Dian Parkinson (born Diana Lynn Batts; November 30, 1944) is an American former actress, model and beauty pageant titleholder.
[5] In 1975, Parkinson was a guest star on The Mary Tyler Moore Show ("Ted's Moment of Glory").
[citation needed] Parkinson left the show in 1993, supposedly to "pursue other interests", as host Bob Barker announced during her final taping, which aired on June 18, 1993.
The suit was withdrawn in April 1995, with Parkinson claiming it was too costly and had taken a toll on her health.
[11] In 1993, Parkinson was the official spokesperson for the home exercise equipment machine EZ Krunch.