
The Exorcist star Linda Blair has found herself in the headlines for all the wrong reasons. According to reports, her South Carolina property was searched on Friday, July 31, 2026, as part of an active investigation into a reported kennel operation. The same was revealed by Los Angeles County officials.
Now, with the investigation putting a fresh spotlight on Linda, many have become curious about the actress’ personal life. While the actress never married, she was in a relationship with musician Rick Springfield.
Linda Blair and Ricky Springfield were scrutinized for their drastic age difference
For those unaware, Linda Blair was only 15 years old when she dated Rick Springfield. Back in the ‘70s, it was the actress who first approached Rick during a show at the Whisky A Go Go. Owing to her role in The Exorcist, Rick claimed that Linda was the “hottest young actress in movies” at the time. Recalling the moment they met and noting their age difference, Rick wrote in his memoir Late, Late At Night:















