Who Is the Woman in Christmas Vacation?

By Anna Duncan

Are you a fan of the classic Christmas movie, National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation? If yes, then you must be familiar with the mysterious woman who appears in just one scene of the movie.

Who is she? What is her role in the movie? Let’s find out!

Firstly, let’s refresh our memory. In the scene where Clark Griswold (played by Chevy Chase) is daydreaming about his swimming pool project, a beautiful woman in a red bikini appears and seduces him in his fantasy. This scene has left many viewers wondering about the identity of this woman.

The woman in question is Miriam Flynn. She played the role of Catherine Johnson, Eddie Johnson’s wife, and cousin-in-law to Clark Griswold. She has appeared in several movies and TV shows throughout her career, but her role in Christmas Vacation is undoubtedly one of her most memorable performances.

Flynn’s character didn’t have much screen time in Christmas Vacation, but she made quite an impact with her iconic line “Why is the carpet all wet Todd?” which was directed towards her on-screen husband Eddie (played by Randy Quaid).

Aside from Christmas Vacation, Flynn has had a successful career as an actress and voice-over artist. She has lent her voice to several animated TV shows such as The Lion King’s Timon & Pumbaa and Buzz Lightyear of Star Command.

In conclusion, Miriam Flynn played the role of Catherine Johnson in National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. Despite having a small role, she left an impression on viewers with her memorable performance. We hope this article has answered your question about the mysterious woman in Christmas Vacation!