Multiple Emmy winner Kim Zimmer began her daytime drama career in 1978 with a role as a terrorist on the soap opera One Life to Live. But it is as Reva Shayne, a character she created on Guiding Light in November 1983, for which she is beloved to millions of faithful viewers.
Her portrayal of the unforgettable Reva has also garnered her critical acclaim in the form of four Daytime Emmy awards for Outstanding Lead Actress in 1985, 1987, 1990 and 2006
Before joining the CBS daytime drama, Kim played the devious Nola Aldrich for three and a half years on The Doctors. In 1983, she returned to One Life to Live for a five-month stint as Echo DiSavoy, before joining the cast of Guiding Light.
Kim left Guiding Light in 1990 -- she returned in 1995 -- and landed a recurring role on Aaron Spelling's Models, Inc., as well as guest spots on Seinfeld and University Hospital.
She was featured in the movies-of-the-week Hell Hath No Fury and Disappearance of Vonnie; has guest-starred on Designing Women and Babylon 5; and portrayed Jodie Walker on Santa Barbara. Off-Broadway, she played one of the leading roles in Jon Patrick Shanley's highly acclaimed Four Dogs & a Bone.
Kim, who was born on February 2 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, studied at nearby Hope College and continued her theatrical training at the American Conservatory Theatre in San Francisco. She has performed her own nightclub act, was a professional diver, and still enjoys all sports.
She and her husband, actor/director A.C. Weary, have three children -- two boys and one girl.
Acting Portfolio
TELEVISION
Seinfeld
Lenore
1995
The Disappearance of Vonnie
Vonnie Kaczmarek Pickman
1994
Four Dogs & A Bone
Played a leading role (Off Broadway)
Acting Portfolio
MUSIC
In May of 1999 the book on cassette "Moonlight" was released. Kim Zimmer and GL co-star Robert Newman (Josh) narrated this book by Suzanne Forster.
Awards & Acclaim
Daytime Emmys Winner, Outstanding Lead Actress (1985, 1987, 1990, 2006; for Guiding Light)
Daytime Emmys Nomination, Outstanding Lead Actress (1985, 1986, 1987, 1990, 1998, 1999, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007; for Guiding Light)
Daytime Emmys Pre-Nomination, Outstanding Lead Actress (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007; for Guiding Light)
Soap Opera Digest Awards Winner, Outstanding Lead Actress (1990, 2000)
Soap Opera Digest Awards Nominee, Outstanding Lead Actress (1998, 1999)
Vital Statistics
Birthplace: Grand Rapids, Michigan
Birthdate: February 2, 1955
Hair: Blonde
Eyes: Blue
Marital Status: Married, A.C. Weary [Jul 1981]
Children: Rachel Beth, Maxwell Tyler, Jacob Allen
Alma Mater: Hope College and American Conservatory Theater in San Francisco
Parents: Jack & Didi Zimmer
Siblings: One sister, Karen
Graduated from Forest Hills Central High School
Other Occupations: Was once a professional diver
News Archives
News Archive: Despite reports, Kim Zimmer is not leaving GL. [May 30th, 2005]
News Archive: Emmys name Zimmer Outstanding Lead Actress for fourth time. [Apr 28th, 2006]
News Archive: New year, new rumors that Zimmer is leaving Guiding Light. [May 15th, 2006]
News Archive: Zimmer sounds off on lack of on-screen time. Apr 18th, 2008]
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