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Personal Info

Gender

Female

Place of Birth

Vicky Dawson

Biography:

Vicky Dawson is an American actress best known for her role in the 1981 cult slasher film The Prowler, where she played the lead character Pam MacDonald. The Prowler is a horror classic among fans for its intense gore and special effects by Tom Savini, making Dawson's performance particularly memorable to genre enthusiasts. Dawson also appeared on popular TV shows during the 1970s and early 1980s, including Ryan’s Hope, a soap opera where she had a recurring role.

While her film and TV appearances were somewhat limited, The Prowler has given her lasting recognition in the horror community.

Known For

Acting

2023

Toy Phone as Evelyn

2022

The Purple Heart as Mrs. Godfrey

2021

Amazon Queen as Maggie Chambers

2020

False Hopes as Martha McKenzie

2019

1989

Those She Left Behind as Mrs. Kroyer

1981

The Prowler as Pam MacDonald
Carbon Copy as Mary Ann

1978

Breaking Up as Amy Hammil

1977

Lovers and Friends as Tessa Saxton

1972