Hollywood actress and entrepreneur Kimmarie Johnson has died at the age of 50. She was known for her appearances in the popular television series Beverly Hills, 90210 and the film Dude, Where’s My Car?
According to her family, Johnson passed away on November 4 after experiencing a serious medical emergency related to a heart condition.
She was taken to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles on October 27 after a medical emergency at her home. Her niece, Rhonda Scott, told TMZ that the actress had remained hospitalised following the cardiac incident and passed away peacefully on Wednesday afternoon.
Speaking to People, Scott described her aunt as a bright and influential personality, adding that the family would always cherish her life and memories.
From Beauty Pageants To Hollywood
Born Kim Marie Johnson, the actress was originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and grew up in Wilkinsburg.
She studied at California University of Pennsylvania, pursuing education in elementary education and child psychology before moving to New York. After completing her studies, she worked as a flight attendant on international routes, where she was discovered for modelling.
In 1993, Johnson won the title of Miss Pennsylvania USA and advanced to the final stage of the Miss USA competition. That same year, she made her acting debut with an episode of Beverly Hills, 90210.
She later appeared in television programmes including V.I.P. and films such as Dude, Where’s My Car?, Legacy and The Summer of Massacre. Her other independent film credits included Break a Leg, Gang Wars, Spanish Fly and Shadow Fury.
Her final acting appearance was reportedly in an episode of Tucker’s War in 2017.
Actress Also Built A Skincare Business
After the birth of her son in 2003, Johnson took a break from acting. She later returned to performing and appeared in several stage productions between 2007 and 2010, including a production of A Christmas Carol.
In 2011, she founded her skincare company, Skin Glow by Kimmarie, which she continued to run until her death.
Earlier in 2026, Johnson also attended the Los Angeles premiere of the film Michael, in what was among her final public appearances.