Actress and model Kimmarie Johnson, known for her roles in Beverly Hills, 90210
and Dude, Where's My Car?
, has died at the age of 50 following a heart-related medical emergency.
Heart Emergency and Cause of Death
Johnson’s niece, Rhonda Scott, confirmed the details to TMZ and other outlets. Doctors diagnosed her with a heart aneurysm condition,
according to Scott. Johnson died peacefully on the afternoon of November 4 after her heart stopped beating.
She radiated a light so strong and bright. People who came in contact with her felt nothing but positive energy. We will miss her tremendously and continue to honor her life forever.
Rhonda Scott, niece of Kimmarie Johnson, via People magazine
Kim Marie Johnson's Early Career
Born Kim Marie Johnson on April 8, 1976, in Pittsburgh, she grew up in nearby Wilkinsburg. Johnson began her career in the public eye after winning the Miss Pennsylvania USA title in 1992 without any prior pageant training. She went on to represent Pennsylvania in the 1993 Miss USA pageant, where she finished among the top five contestants.
After moving to Los Angeles in the mid-1990s, Johnson pursued modeling and acting. She appeared in a 1998 episode of Beverly Hills, 90210,
playing the character Judy in the ninth-season episode titled The Following Options.
The show originally aired from 1990 to 2000 and starred Jason Priestley, Shannen Doherty, Jennie Garth, Ian Ziering, Luke Perry, Brian Austin Green, and Tori Spelling.
Her most notable film role was in the 2000 comedy Dude, Where's My Car?,
where she appeared as Jumpsuit Chick #5,
alongside stars Ashton Kutcher and Seann William Scott.
Her television credits also included the Pamela Anderson action-comedy series V.I.P.,
which featured her in a 2000 episode from its second season, and the Wanda Sykes’ show Wanda at Large,
in which she appeared in 2003.
Johnson’s other film credits included Shadow Fury,
Break a Leg,
Spanish Fly,
Gang Warz,
Legacy,
and The Summer of Massacre.
In addition to her acting roles, Johnson was a model who worked on campaigns for brands including Vidal Sassoon, Oscar de la Renta, United Colors of Benetton, LA California Mart, and Lady Footlocker.
Kim Marie Johnson's Business Ventures
In 2003, Johnson took a break from acting to raise her son, Cameron Nino. Johnson also launched her own skincare brand, SkinGlow by Kimmarie, in 2011. According to Voyage LA, she was initially from Pittsburgh and was a former Miss Pennsylvania who participated in the Miss USA beauty pageant.
Johnson remained active in the fashion and modeling world in the years leading up to her death. Her final Instagram post, shared on August 27, featured a collaboration with Luna Fashion House, where she wore a black coat decorated with silver floral detailing and coordinating accessories. She also appeared on the cover of a digital edition of Grazia Slovenia magazine in August 2026.
Her family’s tribute focused on the warmth she brought to those around her. Johnson is survived by her son, Cameron Nino, who is a musician based in Los Angeles, and her niece, Rhonda Scott.
Kimmarie Johnson Dies: 'Beverly Hills, 90210' & 'Dude, Where’s My Car?' Actor Was 50 https://t.co/rj4r6GlF1Q
Johnson is one of several Beverly Hills, 90210
stars to have died in recent years. Luke Perry, who played Dylan McKay on the popular show, passed away in March 2019 at the age of 52 following a massive stroke. Joe E. Tata, who played Peach Pit owner Nat Bussichio on the series, died in August 2022 at 85 after being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2014. Shannen Doherty, who played Brenda Walsh on the show, died in July 2024 at the age of 53 after a long struggle with stage 4 breast cancer.
More on Kimmarie Johnson
Kimmarie Johnson, a model and actress who appeared in “Beverly Hills, 90210,” “Dude, Where’s My Car?” and more has died at 50 after suffering a “heart event." “She radiated a light so strong and bright,” her niece Rhonda Scott said in a statement. “People who came in contact… pic.twitter.com/YTOZM35OVj
💔 Kimmarie Johnson (April 8, 1976–November 5, 2026), remembered by many for her appearance as Jane on 'Beverly Hills, 90210' died at 50. Her niece said the actress suffered a “heart event” at her Los Angeles home and was later diagnosed with a heart aneurysm condition. Johnson… pic.twitter.com/cnKRBz2fSl
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