Her Looks (Literally) Paid Off
Luckily for Linda, her looks paid off – quite literally. Her pageants were able to help pay for her schooling. And after joining one beauty pageant, all the rest just fell into place, and doors were suddenly opening for the young, bright, and beautiful girl. Thompson would later attend Memphis State University, where she double-majored in English and Drama.
Linda Thompson, 1979. Photo By Fotos International/Shutterstock
Having grown up in a very modest and grounded family, Thompson kept her faith and traditional values in front of her decision-making. But being that way didn’t stop her from shining bright. Linda also had an older brother named Sam. And as it turns out, Sam had his own door into the world of show business. He was one of Elvis Presley’s bodyguards.