Lucy Lawless
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.
Known For
Credits
- 2023 · Other Men's Careers as Self
- 2022 · Antarctica from Above as Narrator
- 2022 · Minions: The Rise of Gru as Nun-Chuck (voice)
- 2021 · The Spine of Night as Tzod
- 2021 · Mothers of the Revolution as Herself
- 2021 · Mr. Corman as Cheryl
- 2021 · RuPaul's Drag Race Down Under as Self - Guest Judge
- 2020 · Toke as Duke
- 2019 · Mosley as Bera (voice)
- 2019 · My Life Is Murder as Alexa Crowe
- 2019 · Soldiers Without Guns as Narrator
- 2018 · Star Wars Resistance as Aeosian Queen (voice)
- 2018 · The Breaker Upperers as Client
- 2017 · Robert Kirkman's Secret History of Comics as Self
- 2017 · The Changeover as Miryam Carlisle
- 2015 · Ash vs Evil Dead as Ruby Knowby
- 2015 · The Late Show with Stephen Colbert as Self
- 2014 · The Code as Alex Wisham
- 2014 · How Bizarre: The Story of an Otara Millionaire as Herself
- 2014 · Salem as Condessa Marburg
- 2013 · Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. as Isabelle 'Izzy' Hartley
- 2013 · Top of the Lake as Caroline Platt
- 2012 · Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles as Hiidrala (voice)
- 2011 · Super City as
- 2010 · No Ordinary Family as Helen Burton
- 2010 · Lez Chat as Construction Worker
- 2010 · Adventure Time as General Tarsal (voice)
- 2010 · Spartacus as Lucretia
- 2009 · Battlestar Galactica: The Plan as D'Anna Biers (archive footage) (uncredited)
- 2009 · Angel of Death as Vera
- 2009 · Bitch Slap as Mother Superior
- 2009 · Parks and Recreation as Diane Lewis
- 2009 · Angel of Death as Vera
- 2009 · RuPaul's Drag Race as Self - Guest Judge
- 2008 · Bedtime Stories as Aspen
- 2008 · Justice League: The New Frontier as Wonder Woman (voice)
- 2008 · Dragonlance: Dragons of Autumn Twilight as Goldmoon (voice)
- 2007 · Lucy Lawless in Concert as
- 2007 · Burn Notice as Evelyn
- 2007 · Flight of the Conchords as Paula
- 2006 · The Darkroom as Cheryl
- 2005 · The Reichen Show as Self
- 2005 · Vampire Bats as Maddy Rierdon
- 2005 · Locusts as Maddy Rierdon
- 2005 · American Dad! as Stacy (voice)
- 2005 · Boogeyman as Tim's Mother
- 2004 · Battlestar Galactica as D'Anna Biers
- 2004 · Battlestar Galactica as
- 2004 · Veronica Mars as Agent Morris
- 2004 · Double Dare as Self
- 2004 · EuroTrip as Madame Vandersexxx
- 2004 · The L Word as Marybeth Duffy
- 2004 · On Air with Ryan Seacrest as Self
- 2003 · Warrior Women with Lucy Lawless as Self
- 2003 · Tarzan as Kathleen Clayton
- 2003 · Two and a Half Men as Pamela
- 2003 · Jimmy Kimmel Live! as Self
- 2002 · Less than Perfect as Tracy Fletcher
- 2002 · Saturday Night Live: The Best of Will Ferrell as Art Teacher (archive footage)
- 2002 · CSI: Miami as
- 2002 · Spider-Man as Punk Rock Girl
- 2001 · The Bernie Mac Show as Lucy Lawless
- 2000 · Ginger Snaps as Announcer on School's PA System (Uncredited)
- 2000 · Curb Your Enthusiasm as Lucy Lawless
- 1999 · I'll Make You Happy as self
- 1998 · Hercules and Xena - The Animated Movie: The Battle for Mount Olympus as Xena
- 1997 · Hercules & Xena: Wizards of the Screen as Xena
- 1997 · The Rainbow Warrior as Jane Redmond
- 1997 · Just Shoot Me! as Stacy
- 1996 · Peach as Peach
- 1996 · The Rosie O'Donnell Show as Self
- 1995 · Xena: Warrior Princess as Xena
- 1995 · Your Studio and You as Lucy Lawless
- 1995 · Hercules: The Legendary Journeys as
- 1995 · Hercules: The Legendary Journeys as Lysia
- 1995 · Hercules: The Legendary Journeys as Xena (voice)
- 1995 · Hercules: The Legendary Journeys as Lyla
- 1995 · Hercules: The Legendary Journeys as Xena
- 1994 · Hercules and the Amazon Women as Lysia
- 1993 · Late Night with Conan O'Brien as Self - Guest
- 1993 · The X-Files as Shannon McMahon
- 1993 · Typhon's People as Mink Tertius
- 1990 · A Bitter Song as Nurse 1
- 1989 · The Simpsons as Lucy Lawless (voice)
- 1988 · LIVE with Kelly and Mark as
- 1985 · The Ray Bradbury Theater as
- 1975 · Saturday Night Live as Self - Host