Chelsea Field: From Solid Gold Dancer to NCIS Star

Early Life and Career

Chelsea Field was born in Glendale, California, and began her career as a Solid Gold Dancer. One of her first television roles was on the popular 1980s series Airwolf.

Major Film Role

Field's first major film role came in 1987 when she played the warrior woman Teela in the cult superhero film Masters of the Universe. This role helped establish her as a rising star in Hollywood.

Personal Life and NCIS

Chelsea Field is married to actor Scott Bakula, who plays the lead role of Dwayne Pride on NCIS: New Orleans. Field has recurred as Rita Devereaux on the show for the past four seasons and was recently promoted to series regular. The couple met on the set of Quantum Leap, where Field played Scott Bakula's character's love interest, Dr. Sam Beckett.

Field's portrayal of Rita Devereaux has been praised for its authenticity and emotional depth. She is known for her ability to bring a sense of realism and vulnerability to her characters.