Beverly D'Angelo rose to stardom as Ellen Griswold in the National Lampoon's Vacation films, but she has one regret as she looks back on her career at 74.
The beloved actress, who originated the role of Ellen Griswold alongside Chevy Chase‘s Clark W. Griswold in the first Vacation film in 1983, played the iconic role of Ellen in several follow-ups, including 1989’s beloved holiday version,Christmas Vacation. But in 2025, D'Angelo opened up about something she would have done differently.
"I have to say, people ask me, ‘What would you say to your younger self?’ I would’ve said, ‘Do more nudity,’" D'Angelo told Fox News Digital in a new interview.
D’Angelo, who appears next alongside Hayden Panettiere in the psychological thrillerSleepwalker, recalled that she saw actress Christie Brinkley struggling with going topless in Vacation. That's when she stepped in.
"I sure love the story, and it sounds like exactly where I’d step in and say, ‘Leave this girl alone,’" said D'Angelo. "Her being topless really wasn’t that pivotal to what was going on in the scene. But, I thought it really made a difference to see the little devoted wife say to her husband, ‘OK, you want to have fun? I’ll show you fun,’ and then just strip off. I thought that was great. I thought it was really perfect."
D'Angelo noted that she "didn't have any qualms about it," and "the pool was heated."
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The Cast of Christmas Vacation Reunited Recently
Cousin Eddie pulled his trailer into New England this past Christmas because four of the stars of the iconic holiday film reunited in Rhode Island for Rhode Island Comic Con, Parade previously reported. Chevy Chase, Randy Quaid, Juliette Lewis, and D’Angelo looked better than ever for the big event.
In the comments section, everyone was thrilled to see the Christmas Vacation squad back together 36 years after the film premiered.
Schitt’s Creek legend Dan Levy jumped in with a heart eye emoji, while Marisol Nichols, who played Audrey in National Lampoon’s Vegas Vacation, commented with “Merry early Christmas from one Audrey to another ❤️.” Even Rose McGowan chimed in with “heaven exists.”
View this post on InstagramD’Angelo Brought Ellen Griswold Back This Past Holiday Season
If you happened to see D’Angelo back on TV screens this past holiday season, it’s not just because you were rewatching Vacation on a loop like the rest of us. The blonde beauty was featured in a partnership with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Parade previously shared.
“The holidays are full of joy, cheer, and, let’s be honest, a little chaos. Everyone’s merry, everyone’s messy, and somehow, someone always ends up sleeping on the couch. That’s where Wyndham Rewards comes in,” D’Angelo said in a statement. “With more than 20 brands and thousands of hotels, it’s the simple way to stay close to family—without being too close. A real bed, extra perks, and a little breathing room? Now that’s how you brighten the season without tripping a breaker.”
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