Take a Look Back at the Iconic Career of Raquel Welch

2023-02-16

Breakout Role in 'Fantastic Voyage' - Raquel Welch first came to fame in 1966 when she starred in the science fiction adventure film Fantastic Voyage. She played a scientist who was miniaturized and injected into a scientist's body in order to save his life.
'One Million Years B.C.' - Raquel Welch's most iconic role came in 1967 with One Million Years B.C., where she played a prehistoric woman. Her iconic fur bikini was widely regarded as a symbol of the 1960s.
Oscar Nomination for 'The Three Musketeers' - In 1974, Raquel Welch was nominated for a Best Supporting Actress Oscar for her role in the swashbuckling adventure film The Three Musketeers.
Successful Television Career - After starring in a number of successful films, Raquel Welch moved into television, starring in the series The West Wing in 2000 and American Family in 2002.
Return to the Big Screen - In recent years, Raquel Welch has returned to the big screen, appearing in films such as The House Bunny (2008) and Sharknado 5: Global Swarming (2017).