Kim Johnston Ulrich (born Kim Charisse Johnston) is an American actress. Born Kim Charisse Johnston, she is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George P. Johnston. She graduated with an Associate of Arts degree in fashion merchandising from Modesto Junior College and with a Bachelor of Arts degree in art from Stanislaus State College. Before Ulrich became an actress, she worked as a model, appearing in national magazines. She married casting director Robert J. Ulrich on January 3, 1981, in Modesto, California. They has two children, Cooper and Tierney.