Jayne Trcka, the bodybuilder and actress best known for playing Miss Mann in the hit comedy 'Scary Movie', has died at the age of 62. Her son confirmed the news to media outlets.
Details Surrounding Her Death
The San Diego medical examiner confirmed to TMZ that Trcka died on December 12 in San Diego, California. Her cause of death is currently listed as pending, with the examiner noting to The Sun that 'there was trauma to the body' but that a definitive cause could not be indicated at this time.
Her son stated he was unaware of any health issues she was facing prior to her passing. Reports indicate a concerned friend tried to call Trcka several times in the days before she was found. After receiving no answer, the friend went to her home, discovered her unresponsive, and called emergency services.
A Dual Career: From Bodybuilding to Hollywood
Jayne Trcka was a prominent figure in the 1980s bodybuilding scene during the fitness boom. She studied gymnastics before moving into weight training and competition.
Her competitive successes included winning first place at the 1997 California State Championships and a top prize at the 1998 Junior Nationals. This led to features in major fitness publications like Flex, MuscleMag International, and Women's Physique World.
She transitioned to acting, with her breakout role coming in 2000's 'Scary Movie', the Keenen Ivory Wayans-directed spoof of teen horror films. Playing Miss Mann opposite stars like Anna Faris, she became a recognisable face. She continued acting until her last credited role in 2016.
One of her notable later appearances was in the iconic 2009 music video for Lady Gaga's 'Telephone', where she played one of the officers escorting the singer to prison in the collaboration with Beyoncé.
Industry Remembers a Unique Talent
Trcka's death marks the loss of a unique personality who successfully bridged two distinct worlds: the competitive discipline of professional bodybuilding and the comedic flair of Hollywood spoof cinema. Tributes from fans of both her film work and her fitness career have begun to surface online, remembering her distinctive presence.
The San Diego medical examiner's office is continuing its investigation to determine the official cause of death. Metro has contacted the examiner for further comment.
