Biography
American actress P.J. Soles (her initials stand for Pamela Jayne) has specialized in playing sexy, sometimes villainous young women. She debuted as one of the nasty girls who makes life a living hell for an awkward young woman with psychokinetic powers in
Carrie (1976). In 1978, she played
Jamie Lee Curtis' best friend in
Halloween and had her first starring role the following year as a rabid Ramones fan in
Rock 'n' Roll High School. Though she is most frequently cast in supporting parts, she occasionally wins leads in films such as
Stripes (1981) and the low-budget thriller
Innocent Prey. In addition to her American filmwork, Soles has worked in several international films. ~ Sandra Brennan, All Movie Guide