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Lucy Lawless
Actor, Producer, Director, WriterBorn March 29, 1968 (57 years)
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.
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.
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Lucy Lawless Filmography
| 2025 | Spartacus: House of Ashur (TV Series) · as Lucretia |
| 2025 | Pike River · as Helen Kelly |
| 2022 | Minions: The Rise of Gru · as Nun-Chuck (voice) |
| 2021 | The Spine of Night · as Tzod (voice) |
| 2021 | Mr. Corman (TV Series) · as Cheryl |
| 2020 | Toke · as Duke |
| 2019 | Mosley · as Bera (voice) |
| 2019 | My Life Is Murder (TV Series) · as Alexa Crowe |
| 2019 | Soldiers Without Guns · as Narrator |
| 2018 | Star Wars Resistance (TV Series) · as Aeosian Queen (voice) |
| 2018 | Big City Greens (TV Series) · as Mimi O'malley |
| 2018 | The Breaker Upperers · as Client |
| 2017 | The Changeover · as Miryam Carlisle |
| 2016 | The Barefoot Bandits (TV Series) · as Denenis Gobb |
| 2015 | Ash vs Evil Dead (TV Series) · as Ruby Knowby |
| 2014 | The Code (2014) (TV Series) · as Alex Wisham |
| 2014 | Salem (TV Series) · as Condessa Marburg |
| 2013 | Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. (TV Series) · as Isabelle 'izzy' Hartley |
| 2013 | Top of the Lake (TV Series) · as Caroline Platt |
| 2012 | Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2012) (TV Series) · as Hiidrala (voice) |
| 2011 | Super City (TV Series) |
| 2011 | Spartacus: Gods of the Arena (TV Series) · as Lucretia Batiatus |
| 2010 | No Ordinary Family (TV Series) · as Helen Burton |
| 2010 | Adventure Time (TV Series) · as General Tarsal (voice) |
| 2010 | Spartacus (TV Series) · as Lucretia |
| 2009 | Bitch Slap · as Mother Superior |
| 2009 | Battlestar Galactica: The Plan · as D'anna Biers (archive Footage) (uncredited) |
| 2009 | Parks and Recreation (TV Series) · as Diane Lewis |
| 2009 | Angel of Death · as Vera |
| 2009 | Angel of Death (TV Series) · as Vera |
| 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 | |
| 2007 | Burn Notice (TV Series) · as Evelyn |
| 2007 | Flight of the Conchords (TV Series) · as Paula |
| 2006 | The Darkroom · as Cheryl |
| 2005 | Vampire Bats · as Maddy Rierdon |
| 2005 | In the Cutz (TV Series) · as Guest |
| 2005 | Locusts · as Maddy Rierdon |
| 2005 | American Dad! (TV Series) · as Stacy (voice) |
| 2005 | |
| 2004 | Battlestar Galactica (2003) (TV Series) · as D'anna Biers |
| 2004 | Veronica Mars (TV Series) · as Agent Morris |
| 2004 | Saturday Night Live: The Best of Cheri Oteri · as Miss Diamond |
| 2004 | EuroTrip · as Madame Vandersexxx |
| 2004 | The L Word (TV Series) · as Marybeth Duffy |
| 2003 | Tarzan (TV Series) · as Kathleen Clayton |
| 2003 | Two and a Half Men (TV Series) · as Pamela |
| 2003 | |
| 2002 | Less Than Perfect (TV Series) · as Tracy Fletcher |
| 2002 | Saturday Night Live: The Best of Will Ferrell · as Art Teacher (archive Footage) |
| 2002 | CSI: Miami (TV Series) · as Audrey Yates |
| 2002 | Spider-Man · as Punk Rock Girl |
| 2000 | Ginger Snaps · as Announcer On School's Pa System (uncredited) |
| 2000 | The 52nd Annual Primetime Emmy Awards · as Xena |
| 1998 | |
| 1997 | Just Shoot Me! (TV Series) · as Stacy |
| 1995 | Xena: Warrior Princess (TV Series) · as Xena |
| 1995 | Hercules: The Legendary Journeys (TV Series) · as Xena |
| 1994 | Hercules and the Amazon Women · as Lysia |
| 1994 | Hide Tide - Ein cooles Duo (TV Series) · as Sharon List |
| 1993 | The X-Files (TV Series) · as Shannon Mcmahon |
| 1993 | The Rainbow Warrior · as Jane Redmond |
| 1993 | Typhon's People · as Mink Tertius |
| 1992 | Late Show with David Letterman (TV Series) · as D'anna Biers - Top Ten Presenter |
| 1991 | The End of the Golden Weather · as Joe's Girl |
| 1990 | The Adventures of the Black Stallion (TV Series) · as Sarah Mcfee |
| 1989 | The Simpsons (TV Series) · as Lucy Lawless (voice) |
| 1985 | The Ray Bradbury Theater (TV Series) |
| 2023 | Rewind the '90s (TV Series) · as Self |
| 2021 | Mothers of the Revolution · as Self |
| 2021 | Tiny Kitchen Cook Off (TV Series) · as Self |
| 2021 | Drag Race Down Under (TV Series) · as Self - Guest Judge |
| 2020 | Boss Bitch Fight Challenge · as Self |
| 2020 | Josh Gates Tonight (TV Series) · as Self |
| 2020 | Stars In The House (TV Series) · as Self |
| 2018 | The 1990s: Totally Scandalous (TV Series) · as Self |
| 2017 | Robert Kirkman's Secret History of Comics (TV Series) · as Self |
| 2017 | The Project (NZ) (TV Series) · as Self - Guest Host |
| 2015 | The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (TV Series) · as Self |
| 2015 | The Nightly Show with Larry Wilmore (TV Series) · as Self - Panelist |
| 2012 | PoliticKING with Larry King (TV Series) · as Self |
| 2009 | Lopez Tonight (TV Series) · as Self |
| 2009 | |
| 2009 | RuPaul's Drag Race (TV Series) · as Self - Guest Judge |
| 2008 | Legend of the Seeker: The Making of a Legend! · as Self - Host |
| 2008 | The Bonnie Hunt Show (TV Series) · as Self |
| 2008 | The Wendy Williams Show (TV Series) · as Self |
| 2007 | Chelsea Lately (TV Series) · as Self - Guest |
| 2006 | Celebrity Duets (TV Series) · as Self |
| 2005 | The Reichen Show (TV Series) · as Self |
| 2005 | 05 Spaceys · as Self |
| 2005 | The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson (TV Series) · as Self |
| 2004 | Bro'Town (TV Series) · as Self |
| 2004 | The Soup (TV Series) · as Self |
| 2004 | The 58th Annual Tony Awards · as Self - Audience Member |
| 2004 | Double Dare · as Self |
| 2004 | On Air With Ryan Seacrest (TV Series) · as Self |
| 2003 | Warrior Women with Lucy Lawless (TV Series) · as Self |
| 2003 | Jimmy Kimmel Live! (TV Series) · as Self |
| 2002 | The Wayne Brady Show (TV Series) · as Self |
| 2002 | V Graham Norton (TV Series) · as Self |
| 2002 | Last Call with Carson Daly (TV Series) · as Self |
| 2001 | The Bernie Mac Show (TV Series) · as Lucy Lawless |
| 2000 | Curb Your Enthusiasm (TV Series) · as Lucy Lawless |
| 1999 | I'll Make You Happy · as Lucy Lawless |
| 1998 | Celebrity Deathmatch (TV Series) · as Lucy Lawless |
| 1998 | The 50th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards · as Self - Audience Member |
| 1996 | Something So Right (TV Series) · as Lucy Lawless |
| 1996 | The Daily Show (TV Series) · as Self |
| 1996 | The Rosie O'Donnell Show (TV Series) · as Self |
| 1995 | Your Studio and You · as Lucy Lawless |
| 1994 | Extra (TV Series) · as Self |
| 1994 | The Howard Stern Show (TV Series) · as Self |
| 1994 | Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras (TV Series) · as Self |
| 1994 | Sidewalks Entertainment (TV Series) · as Self - Guest |
| 1993 | Late Night with Conan O'Brien (TV Series) · as Self - Guest |
| 1992 | The Tonight Show with Jay Leno (TV Series) · as Self |
| 1991 | Maury (TV Series) · as Self - Guest |
| 1988 | LIVE with Kelly and Mark (TV Series) · as Self |
| 1981 | Entertainment Tonight (TV Series) · as Self |
| 1979 | 60 Minutes Australia (TV Series) · as Self |
| 1975 | Saturday Night Live (TV Series) · as Self - Host |
| 1966 | The Jerry Lewis MDA Labor Day Telethon (TV Series) · as Self |
| 1952 | Today (TV Series) · as Self |
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| 2019 | My Life Is Murder (TV Series) · as Executive Producer |
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