Annabel Schofield, a model born in Wales who became a prominent figure in London’s 1980s fashion world before transitioning to acting with a memorable role on “Dallas,” has died at 62. Designer-model Catalina Guirado stated that Schofield passed away on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, in Los Angeles after a battle with cancer.
Schofield was born on Sept. 4, 1963, in Llanelli, Wales, and grew up surrounded by the entertainment industry. Her father, John D. Schofield, worked as a British film production executive on major Hollywood titles including “Romancing the Stone,” “Jerry Maguire,” and “As Good as It Gets.” Being exposed to film sets from a young age helped shape her creative career, which spanned more than four decades across several fields.
She became a standout figure in London’s vibrant 1980s fashion scene, an era when the city’s edgy street style influenced runways around the world. Represented by London’s Take Two Agency, she appeared on hundreds of magazine covers—among them Italian Vogue and Vogue Germany—and led major campaigns for Yves Saint Laurent, Versace, Rimmel, Revlon, and Boots No. 7. Her frequent collaborations with celebrated photographer David Bailey, who considered her one of his favorite models, further cemented her status as one of the decade’s leading faces.
She achieved widespread recognition through a popular Bugle Boy Jeans commercial in which she drove a black Ferrari Testarossa through the desert and delivered the memorable line: “Excuse me, are those Bugle Boy jeans you’re wearing?” The advertisement became one of the most iconic fashion commercials of the late 1980s and remains a notable pop culture moment.
Melissa Richardson, former head of London’s Take Two Agency, paid tribute to Schofield, saying, “She was the forerunner of Take Two—without her, we could never have made it as we did.”
At the height of her modeling career, Schofield moved to Los Angeles to pursue acting. She landed a 12-episode part on “Dallas” in 1988, playing artist’s model Laurel Ellis opposite Larry Hagman’s iconic J.R. Ewing during the show’s 11th season. The role showcased her natural screen presence and marked a significant shift from fashion to television.
Her film credits include “Solar Crisis” with Charlton Heston, in which she portrayed Alex Noffe, along with roles in “Dragonard” and “Eye of the Widow.” She later moved into production work behind the scenes on major films such as “The Brothers Grimm,” “Doom,” and “City of Ember.”
In 2010, Schofield founded Bella Bene Productions in Burbank, producing commercials, music projects, and fashion content as an executive producer. She worked closely with director and graphic artist Nick Egan—known for collaborations with The Ramones, The Clash, Duran Duran, and Oasis. Her creative partnerships also included photographers Andrew McPherson, Ellen von Unwerth, and Michael Muller, and she produced a 3D Guerlain campaign featuring Angelina Jolie shot by photographer Will Camden.
Drawing from her own life, Schofield authored the semi-autobiographical novel “The Cherry Alignment,” inspired by her experiences as a model and actress during the 1980s. She dedicated the book to her late friend and colleague from “The Brothers Grimm,” Heath Ledger.
The actress publicly revealed her cancer diagnosis in November 2023, posting updates on a GoFundMe page that raised more than $34,000 of its $40,000 goal. In a July 2025 update, she shared that the cancer had reached her brain and that she would be starting chemotherapy. She later described undergoing surgery to remove a mass through her nasal passages.
In her last Instagram post on Jan. 20, 2026, Schofield wrote: “It was very exciting to get this done finally but I’m not out of the woods yet.”
In a December 2025 update, Schofield discussed the emotional and financial challenges brought on by her illness. “All of this is compounded by the Christmas season and the fact that I’m alone most days and completely out of money,” she wrote. Her diagnosis had been made more than two years prior, during which she struggled to stay afloat while undergoing treatment.
Schofield was preceded in death by her father, who died in 2020, and her sister, Amanda. She is survived by her mother. Her passing marks the loss of a multifaceted creative talent whose influence helped shape both the fashion world and the entertainment industry during a defining period in pop culture.