Michelle Bauer, born January 1, 1958, in Glendale, California, is an American actress primarily known for her work in low-budget horror and exploitation films. Details of her early life before her acting career are not widely publicized.
Bauer’s acting career began in the mid-1980s, quickly establishing her as a prominent figure in the B-movie horror scene. She became known for her willingness to perform nude scenes and her energetic performances in often outrageous and low-budget productions. Her career was largely defined by her association with directors like David DeCoteau and Fred Olen Ray.
Bauer has appeared in a significant number of films, often playing characters that are either victims or villainous figures. Some of her more well-known roles include:
She continued to work in independent films throughout the 1990s and beyond, occasionally making appearances at horror conventions and engaging with fans.
While Bauer has not received mainstream critical acclaim, she has achieved a cult following within the horror and exploitation film community. Her willingness to embrace the often-taboo subject matter of these genres has made her a memorable and influential figure for fans of B-movies. She is often regarded as a “scream queen” and a notable personality within the independent horror film scene.
Michelle Bauer remains active in select film projects and fan events