
Cast
Lucy Lawless
Acting
Cast
Lucy Lawless
Known for
Acting
Born
1968-03-29
From
Mount Albert, Auckland, New Zealand
Also known as Lucille Frances Lawless, Λουσίλ Λόουλες, Lucille Frances Ryan
Biography
Lucy Lawless, born Lucille Frances Ryan on March 29, 1968, in Mount Albert, Auckland, New Zealand, is an actress, singer, and activist. She gained international recognition and became an iconic figure for her role as Xena in the television series "Xena: Warrior Princess." Lawless began her acting career in New Zealand, initially appearing in various local productions. However, it was her portrayal of the fierce and courageous warrior princess Xena in "Xena: Warrior Princess" (1995-2001) that catapulted her to worldwide fame. The show became a cultural phenomenon and developed a dedicated fan following. Lawless received critical acclaim for her performance, earning praise for her physicality, strong presence, and ability to convey both strength and vulnerability. Beyond her work as Xena, Lawless has appeared in numerous television series and films. She has showcased her versatility as an actress, taking on roles in both drama and comedy. Lawless has appeared in shows such as "Battlestar Galactica," "Spartacus," "Ash vs Evil Dead," and "Parks and Recreation," among others. She has also made guest appearances in various series, demonstrating her range as an actress. Aside from her acting career, Lawless is known for her activism and advocacy work. She has been involved in environmental causes and has spoken out on issues such as climate change and ocean conservation. Lawless has used her platform to raise awareness and promote positive change in various areas. Throughout her career, Lucy Lawless has proven herself as a talented and versatile actress, captivating audiences with her powerful performances and strong on-screen presence. She continues to be admired for her portrayal of Xena and remains an influential figure in the entertainment industry.

Spider-Man
as Punk Rock Girl

Minions: The Rise of Gru
as Nun-Chuck (voice)

EuroTrip
as Madame Vandersexxx

Bedtime Stories
as Aspen

Ginger Snaps
as Announcer on School's PA System (Uncredited)

Bitch Slap
as Mother Superior

Justice League: The New Frontier
as Wonder Woman (voice)

Boogeyman
as Tim's Mother

Battlestar Galactica: The Plan
as D'Anna Biers (archive footage) (uncredited)

The Breaker Upperers
as Client

Saturday Night Live: The Best of Will Ferrell
as Art Teacher (archive footage)

The Spine of Night
as Tzod (voice)

Mosley
as Bera (voice)

Lez Chat
as Construction Worker

Pike River
as Helen Kelly

Locusts
as Maddy Rierdon

Hercules and the Amazon Women
as Lysia

The Changeover
as Miryam Carlisle

Angel of Death
as Vera

Vampire Bats
as Maddy Rierdon

Double Dare
as Self

Dragonlance: Dragons of Autumn Twilight
as Goldmoon (voice)

Your Studio and You
as Lucy Lawless

Hercules and Xena - The Animated Movie: The Battle for Mount Olympus
as Xena (voice)

The Darkroom
as Cheryl

Typhon's People
as Mink Tertius

The Rainbow Warrior
as Jane Redmond

Mothers of the Revolution
as Self

How Bizarre: The Story of an Otara Millionaire
as Self

Lucy Lawless in Concert

Hercules & Xena: Wizards of the Screen
as Xena

Toke
as Duke

Peach
as Peach

I'll Make You Happy
as self

Soldiers Without Guns
as Narrator

Antarctica from Above
as Narrator

Other Men's Careers
as Self

A Bitter Song
as Nurse 1