Barbi Benton | Veterinarian

 

Barbi Benton is known as a four-season regular for the television series Hee Haw and a country singer in the 1970s. After graduating from UCLA, she became a veterinarian but eventually had to give up that career path because she could not stand the sight of blood. Following her appearance in the TV series, Benton then landed a credit role in the West German comedy film The Naughty Cheerleader in 1970.

After that, the actress appeared in various television series as a featured repeat performer, such as The Love Boat, Fantasy Island, and The Bobby Vinton Show. Benton also starred in the short-lived comedy series Sugar Time! on ABC-TV and the slasher film Hospital Massacre. Benton attained modest success as a recording artist, reaching the top-five spot on Billboard’s country singles charts with hit her record Brass Buckles. However, it seems Benton has a following of young talents that want to achieve the same feats as her.