Jayne Trcka, a former professional bodybuilder and actress best known for her role in the original Scary Movie, has died at the age of 62.
Her son confirmed her death to TMZ, with reports indicating that Trcka died on December 12 in San Diego, California. The San Diego Medical Examiner’s Office has confirmed her passing, noting that her cause of death is still pending.
According to her son, there were no known health issues in the period leading up to her death.
Found Unresponsive at Her Home
TMZ reported that a close friend became concerned after being unable to reach Trcka by phone over several days. The friend reportedly went to check on her in person and found her unresponsive, prompting a call to emergency services.
The San Diego medical examiner later told The Sun that trauma was present on the body, but officials said it was too early to determine whether it contributed to her death.
“There was trauma to the body, but we wouldn’t be able to indicate cause of death at this time,” the examiner said.
From Bodybuilding to Hollywood
Jayne Trcka was a prominent figure during the 1980s bodybuilding boom, becoming a recognisable face in the fitness world. She appeared in several major bodybuilding publications, including Flex, MuscleMag International, and Women’s Physique World.
She began her athletic journey in gymnastics before transitioning to weight training and competitive bodybuilding. Her achievements included:
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First place at the 1997 California State Championships
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A top prize at the 1998 Junior Nationals
Acting Career and Pop Culture Moments
Trcka made her acting debut in 2000 with the original Scary Movie, where she played Miss Mann, appearing alongside Anna Faris and Carmen Electra. The film, directed by Keenen Ivory Wayans, became a box office hit by parodying horror franchises such as Scream and I Know What You Did Last Summer.
She went on to appear in various film and television projects, with her last credited acting role in 2016.
In 2009, Trcka also made a memorable pop culture appearance in Lady Gaga’s “Telephone” music video, starring alongside Beyoncé, where she played one of the officers escorting Gaga to prison.
Tributes Expected as Investigation Continues
Tributes have begun emerging from fans of both bodybuilding and cult comedy cinema, remembering Trcka as a trailblazer who successfully crossed from competitive fitness into entertainment.
Authorities have confirmed that investigations into her death are ongoing, and further details will be released once the medical examiner’s findings are complete.
