Who Is the Girl in the Red Car in Vacation?

By Alice Nichols

Are you a fan of the popular 80s comedy film ‘Vacation’? If so, you may have noticed a mysterious girl in a red Ferrari who appears in several scenes throughout the movie.

Many fans have wondered about her identity and what role she plays in the film. In this article, we’ll explore the mystery of the girl in the red car and try to uncover her true identity.

The Girl in the Red Car

If you’ve seen ‘Vacation’, you likely remember the scene where Chevy Chase’s character, Clark Griswold, is driving on the highway and comes across a beautiful woman driving a red Ferrari. The woman is wearing sunglasses and has long blonde hair flowing in the wind as she speeds past Clark’s family station wagon. Later on in the film, Clark sees her again at a hotel pool where she’s lounging with another man.

Many fans have speculated that this woman is actually Christie Brinkley, a famous supermodel who was at the height of her career during the 80s. Brinkley even appeared in several other films around this time, including ‘National Lampoon’s Vacation’ (the first film in the franchise).

Is She Really Christie Brinkley?

Despite popular belief, it turns out that the girl in the red car is not actually Christie Brinkley. In fact, her name is never mentioned in the credits or anywhere else associated with ‘Vacation’. However, she was played by an actress named Jane Krakowski.

Krakowski is best known for her roles on television shows like ‘Ally McBeal’ and ’30 Rock’. She also appeared in several films during her career, including ‘National Lampoon’s Vacation’.

What Role Does She Play?

So if Jane Krakowski isn’t playing Christie Brinkley, then who is she supposed to be in the film? Well, her character is never actually given a name or backstory. She’s simply meant to be a fantasy object for Clark Griswold and other male characters in the film.

In fact, Krakowski’s character is often referred to as the “girl in the Ferrari” or the “blonde in the red car”. This underscores her role as a sexual object rather than a fully formed character with her own motivations and desires.

Conclusion

In conclusion, while many fans have speculated that the girl in the red car in ‘Vacation’ is Christie Brinkley, she is actually played by actress Jane Krakowski. While Krakowski’s character doesn’t have much of a role beyond being a sexualized object, she still remains an iconic part of 80s pop culture and an unforgettable part of this classic comedy film.