In this interview, Lynda Carter reflects on the turning point of her career — being cast as Wonder Woman in 1975. She didn’t even have to do a cold reading. The producers had already seen her in a few small roles and believed she had what it took. At the time, she was a struggling actress, trying to find her place in Hollywood. What many fans don’t know is that Lynda had actually auditioned for Wonder Woman once before, in 1974, when a very different version of the character was being developed.

TONIGHT on PEOPLE: In an exclusive interview, Lynda Carter shares her story of becoming the first Wonder Woman back in the classic 70s TV series… | WFSB - Channel 3 Eyewitness News

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Wonder Woman rescuing a scientist trapped inside what looks like a safe-deposit box. Behind this incident, a bitter man with telekinetic powers planning to take a revenge on Wonder Woman! Do you remember how the episode finishes?⁣ ⁣ #LyndaCarterEverything⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ #lyndacarter #wonderwoman #dcextendeduniverse #dcentertainment #timelessbeauty #oldhollywoodglamour #oldhollywoodglam #bombshells #feminist #girlpower #womeninspiringwomen #womeninspiration #womanpower #supergirl #w

Captured by Nazis, Wonder Woman (Lynda Carter) faces a tough challenge as Andros (Tim O'Connor) refuses her help. Without her belt and lasso, will she still find a way to save the day? Watch this intense scene from 'Judgment from Outer Space: Part 2' and feel the suspense! What’s your favorite Wonder Woman moment? | Lynda Carter Everything