Randi Oakes, born Betty Lee Oakes on August 19, 1951, in Sumner, Iowa, is an American actress and former fashion model. She grew up in Randalia, Iowa, where her father owned a farm. Encouraged by her parents, she pursued a modeling career in New York City after winning the Miss Iowa Model of the Year contest. 

She quickly became one of the top fashion models in the United States. Her transition to acting began at the age of 23, leading to guest appearances on television shows such as "McCloud," "Delvecchio," "Switch," "B.J. and the Bear," "Barnaby Jones," "The Love Boat," and "Fantasy Island."

Randi Oakes gained widespread recognition for her role as Officer Bonnie Clark on the television series "CHiPs," which she played from 1979 to 1982. Her performance on the show made her a beloved figure in the entertainment industry. 

She also starred in the 1978 theatrical crime drama "Acapulco Gold" and had recurring roles on the television series "Rosetti and Ryan" and "Battlestar Galactica." She appeared on multiple editions of "Circus of the Stars" and was a frequent competitor on "Battle of the Network Stars."

In her personal life, she married actor Gregory Harrison on December 21, 1980. The couple has four children: daughters Emma, Lily, and Kate, and son Quinn Edgar Harrison, who was adopted. 

After the birth of her first child in 1985, she retired from acting to focus on her family. She and her family reside in southern Oregon, where she has been busy mothering, designing their home, and overseeing its construction.

Throughout her career, Randi Oakes received recognition for her work in both modeling and acting. She was named Miss Iowa Model of the Year and became a top fashion model in the United States. 

Her role as Officer Bonnie Clark on "CHiPs" remains one of her most memorable performances.