Phoebe Cates

Phoebe Cates’ most memorable performance was her role as Linda Barrett in Fast Times at Ridgemont High. She could have been an A-list actress with plenty of roles at her fingertips, but she chose to do something else. Phoebe decided to live a quiet life after her last role in The Anniversary Party in 2001. Keep reading to find out what she did….

Phoebe Cates settled down with award-winning actor Kevin Kline and started a family. Kevin had plenty of roles available to provide for the family, so Phoebe decided to be a stay-at-home mom instead of continuing her career. She later decided to open a New York-based boutique called Blue Tree after her children were grown. She continues to run her business today.