I’m Lynda Carter, Wonder Woman actress & singer. Ask Me Anything!

Hello! Thanks for doing this AMA. Were you ever asked to reprise your role as Wonder Woman for another show, even a cameo?

I've never been a fan of reunion shows so I never wanted to do another one!

Thank you for doing this AMA. I just wanted to know, how did it feel, starring on modern superhero shows like Smallville and Supergirl, as opposed to the Wonder Woman show of the 70's?

It's always been fun to do the superhero movies and shows, and I love that there's usually a nod to Wonder Woman! I love Melissa Benoist, and to see young women like her in superhero roles today carrying on the legacy just really makes me so happy and proud.

Hi Lynda! Thanks for doing this AMA!

How did you like working on Fallout 4? Magnolia was such a great character!

Writing music and lyrics for Fallout 4 was one of the greatest experiences of my creative life. It was so wonderful to step into the character of Magnolia! It's so much fun working with my writing team as always, and a special privilege to work with Bethesda Game Studios and the amazing Todd Howard.

Hi 👋 I just want to know one thing. Where did you park your plane?

I don't know! I can't find it.

What was your most funny moment behind the scenes of Wonder woman?

There was an episode of Wonder Woman where I worked with a group of football players. Bubba Smith was very surprised that I could flip him!

So did you save your uniforms and/or props (bracelets, golden lasso, tiara) and are they on display somewhere in a place of honor?

I have quite a collection of memorabilia! I have the original costume, bracelets, boots, everything. The costume was actually on display at the Smithsonian last year. A fan and friend named Shawn Winstian actually gifted me the original costume from Season 1.

If a Sky High sequel gets announced for Disney+, would you be willing to return?

Yeah! That movie was a lot of fun.

It'll be hard without my friend Kelly Preston there, but yes.

Hi Lynda, I just want to say thank you so much for your work! I'm a librarian who researches superhero justice, and published a scholarly article in 2018 on your depiction of justice in the show. I find your work incredibly inspiring. What is one of the biggest things you hope that other superheroes and fans will take away from Wonder Woman's brand of justice?

That is a very good question, and props to librarians like you for saving the world one reader at a time! Knowledge is everything.

I would say that Wonder Woman's brand of justice is not about superpowers, but opposing bullies in every way that you can. There are a lot of bullies in positions of power who marginalize others just because they can. That's what she primarily fights against and what I think is most important about her.

How did your fitness routine change from modeling to acting in Wonder Woman, if at all? Let's go Caps!

First of all, LET'S GO CAPS! I am a long time Caps fan...

When I started Wonder Woman, I worked with circus trainers! I would be strapped in to work on high flying trapeze rigs, trampolines...

I worked with Bob Yerkes, who is well-known by every stunt person in Hollywood. He was wonderful!

Wikipedia says you were born in 1951, how the hell do you still look so good?

Wikipedia was right for once...

I stay out of the sun! Also, probably my Hispanic mother's genes! :)

Hi Lynda. When is Elder Scrolls 6 coming out?

I've asked Todd Howard, but he won't tell me. I have to wait patiently like the rest of you!

What would you tell your younger self if you could?

Don't be so hard on yourself!

When was the last time you dressed up as Wonder Woman?

Seriously?

Hi Lynda, thanks for taking the time for this.

What made you decide to join up in Super Troopers?

I've always been interested in doing more comedic acting. I thought the script was so funny, and I just love the guys from Broken Lizard!

Hi Mrs. Lynda 👋 . I'm a young fan from this generation , and wanted to know how much are proud of Gal as she cary your legacy to this day ? 🥰🤗 love from EGYPT

Hi!

Gal is a very talented actress. She embodies the role beautifully, and Patty created an excellent framework for the character. I'm close to both of them, so proud of what they are doing, and we'll be friends forever because of how we have come to share this legacy.

Hi there! I have to say that I really enjoyed your performance on the Muppet Show back around 1980! I know it's a while back, but did you enjoy working with the Muppets? Was it hard to treat them as "actors" when they weren't real people?

Appearing on The Muppet Show is one of the most enjoyable things I've ever done.

You could see the actors working beneath them and you talk to them, so the Muppets really felt as "alive" as anyone else. It was especially an honor to work with Jim Henson before he passed.

How was it doing the infamous stunt from Wonder Woman where you were hanging on from the helicopter?

It was such a spontaneous event that went by in probably 30 seconds...

I dove under the helicopter and grabbed onto it, they caught it on film, and I got into trouble because I wasn't supposed to do that! :)

To answer your question, an absolute thrill.

Hey! Hope u are fine :) Do you feel your character, Wonder Woman, helped young girls who like super heroes, be represented? What were the biggest impacts you have been seeing?

Over the last 45 years, I have received so many wonderful letters from people who were inspired by this character. Even I'm still inspired by her after all these years. It's not about superpowers...it's about love, intellect, and justice...the spirit of what women really are! We're strong, complex, wonderful creatures. It's that discovery of who we are that is most important about Wonder Woman, and that's reflected in every letter I get.

I love to hear everyone's stories. Keep em coming!

Any chance of putting out a live cd or dvd of your concert? The energy at your shows is fantasic!

That's an excellent idea. As soon as we get back on the road after COVID, it's something we'll have to do!

How was your morning?

What a nice thing to ask! I was excited to be doing something interesting this afternoon...my first AMA!

Hi Lynda! Do you have a favorite artist or band that you follow? I’ve been to a few of your shows and you are fantastic!

Thank you for coming to our shows! I hope you have as much fun at the shows as I do! I perform with a lot of musicians from Nashville and they're so talented. They can play just about anything.

To answer your question, I've always loved the Rolling Stones, John Mayer...also many singers who are no longer with us, like Ella Fitzgerald and Billie Holiday.

Do you speak other languages besides English?

I speak terrible Spanish!

Do you still have the golden lasso?

I do. I use it on my kids!

What is one of your favorite memories from the set of Wonder Woman?

I honestly have to say the pilot! It was such a big thing...I was the star, technically playing two parts...

You're a starving artist one day, then on the WB backlot playing a superhero the next.

It was a mind-bending experience. So exciting.

Hi Lynda - what would you most like to be remembered for? Not in terms of your film and TV roles, or music, bit in terms of you as a person? What do you hope people think when they hear your name?

I would hope people would think I was a kind person that was a really good friend, and a good wife, mother, and daughter.

Would you please tell us about your pets? We’ve seen your dogs on Instagram more than once, but do you have any other (camera shy) pets?

We have a black lab (Sasha, 10) and a yellow lab (Brady, 7).

We just got a third dog, a rescue named Riley! She is a dramatic diva who has captured the hearts and minds and time of every single person in our household.

She is the draw that brings my adult children back home. ;)

What advice do you have to share with the children of today?

If you're struggling with something in life, whether it's school, or something at home, or something else, don't be afraid to ask for help. You may not know it, but there are probably other people you know in the same boat. You are not alone.

Hello Lynda! Thank you for doing this AMA. My question: if you were to play a Marvel Cinematic Universe character, who might it be and why?

The Hulk, because why not?

So don't make me angry >:)

Hello! I grew up watching Wonder Woman and have always thought you were the most beautiful woman. Can you please share your favorite skincare products so I can have the hope of having skin as beautiful as yours someday?

My favorite skincare product is the shade. Stay out of the sun!

Hi Linda Carter. Do you like to cook ? ,and if so whats your favorite dish to make ?

Ha! I'm not a cook but I love to make my Mexican grandmother's tamale recipe.

My adult children are amazing cooks and they learned nothing from me in the kitchen! ;)

What are you proudest of, career-wise?

Wonder Woman, of course!

Thanks you for this AMA . Your son had a great idea.
the first time i saw Wonder Woman in France, it' was a great choc for me ... i was 10 y old.
I have the DVD box of season 1 and 2...
Did you visit France before the Pandemic ?

Oh yes, I've been to France! Many times! I especially love the French countryside. We are so sad that we are unable to travel right now, because I'd love to return when I can. I think the French people are one of a kind!

What's the best type of cake in your opinion? I like German Chocolate

My mother used to make a great German Chocolate cake, so I'm with you on that.

However, I still think a Coconut cake or a Red Velvet cake baked in a Southern home is best.

(The best one I ever had was in a home in Bloomfield, KY.)

Besides Wonder Woman, who is your favorite superhero?

Shuri from Black Panther!

What is one role you haven't performed but would still like to play?

I would love to do a comedy! It's not a type of acting I've done much of, but it would be so much fun.

Lyle Waggoner seemed pretty cool with playing the love interest to your hero, and I like how they brought that back in the newer Wonder Woman films. There is something really great about a relationship where the guy is helping the woman but he obviously knows she's the one capable of doing the job. How did Lyle feel about playing that part?

Lyle was signed before I was! He was the first person to be hired by the producers.

He had a lot to say about who ended up with the Wonder Woman role, and he was a delight to work with. He knew exactly what the role was and he was very supportive in the entire experience.

I just bought my son a Wonder Woman book, and he's really responding to all the bright colors (he's very young).

What do you think Wonder Woman has to offer both boys and girls?

She shows all kids that women can be smart, powerful superheroes! She disrupts gender stereotypes. Representation matters.

When you were casted as Wonder Woman what was your reaction when you heard the news?

I was down to my last $25 when I got the call from my agent and he said "Hello, Wonder Woman!"

My first reaction was joy at the knowledge that I was going to be able to pay my rent. I screamed!

I was by myself in my apartment and spent some time calling my family to share the news. Lots of jumping and dancing around. :)

Speaking as the still-learning dad of a little about-to-be-three-year-old girl... is there any little nugget of wisdom you can share to encourage this little one to be her best self? To give her some good life advice and to be able to truthfully tell her that Wonder Woman gave me that advice for her... well that would just be about the best damned thing ever.

You are the most important person in her life, so I would say that she'll be her best self if you lead by example and encourage her every day. Keep going, Dad!

What is your favorite movie?

The Shawshank Redemption

Who's the most wonderful woman you know?

My daughter, Jessica Carter Altman.

It is a privilege to be her mother! I don't know how I ended up with the husband and children I did, but they are extraordinary and so accomplished.

Lynda, you were a shining light in my childhood and you still are today. Thank you.

You always seem so confident and grounded in your values. Is there one habit or discipline you have maintained for a long time that helps you stay strong and looking forward?

Fake it til you make it.

It's important for me to step outside of myself and count my blessings. I try not to take anything for granted. When my empathy for others grows, so does my confidence.

Did you have a particular emotional response to your WW outfit ending up in the Smithsonian? How did you hear about that, and what was it like?

It was a great honor, and so humbling. I found out because they asked me to loan it to them! It was fun to watch them handle it so carefully with white gloves and everything...

When you make a salad, do you peel off the outer leaves of the head of lettuce or just throw it all in?

I'm not a barbarian!

u/OfficialLyndaCarterI love your singing and got to see you live a few years ago. You mentioned you were working on your 4th album. Is it still in the works? I have the others, and am super excited about the next, especially the songs you wrote!

I am working on a single right now and will be putting together an album next year!

Is there anything that you would like to say to my dad? He is 50 and was very likely to have been enjoying your films in their prime.

50 is a bit young. Ask him if he remembers me!

But seriously, I hope he found the Wonder Woman (or Man or Person) for him.

What are your plans for new concerts? We fans are really missing your shows!

Thank you so much! I am dying to see the fans and enjoy your company. As soon as it's safe, I'll be back on the road!

Were there any roles that you passed on that you regret now? And were there any really huge roles after wonder woman that you tried out for?

There were quite a few movies that I wanted to do, but just couldn't because of scheduling. But I have no regrets!

Have you put any of your own money into your video slot machines? Did you win anything?

I'm sure you've heard it before but you were definitely a lot of early Gen-Xers first crush

No, I'm not much of a gambler! (Though now I'm reminded of my friend Kenny Rogers...)

Hi Lynda, is there a process to get a signed photo of you?

Come to a live show! I always sign autographs afterwards :)

What are the best and worst parts about being an actress?

Stepping into the life of a character is really fun, especially since you're contributing something that is all your own, like I did with Wonder Woman's spin.

However, it can be very physically tough on a person.

What modern song would you love to cover?

Anything by Sam Smith!

Hi Lynda, any plans to play Scottsdale Center for the Arts in the future?

I think that's a great idea and I will try to see if I can get Scottsdale on my new schedule when COVID is over. :)

Who's your favorite Ska band?

What's ska?