Back in 1984, a young 18-year-old Patrick Dempsey - years before becoming “McDreamy”- landed one of his very first acting roles in Brighton Beach Memoirs. During that time, he met 44-year-old Rocky Parker, a woman who wore many hats: actress, acting coach, manager, and former model. She was also a widow and mother of three - one of her children was even older than Patrick. Despite their 26-year age difference, the two grew close. Rocky began guiding Patrick in his career and soon became his mana

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