Lucy Lawless
Known for Acting · 86 credits
- Born
- 1968-03-29 (age 58)
- Place of birth
- Mount Albert, Auckland, New Zealand
- Also known as
- Lucille Frances Lawless · Λουσίλ Λόουλες · Lucille Frances Ryan · لوسی لالِس · لوسی لاولس
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.
Known For
TV Shows (48)
The Simpsons
1989
as Lucy Lawless (voice)
The Daily Show
1996
as Self
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
2015
as Self - Guest
American Dad!
2005
as Stacy (voice)
Late Show with David Letterman
1993
as Self - Guest
CSI: Miami
2002
as Audrey Yates
Two and a Half Men
2003
as Pamela
Saturday Night Live
1975
as Self - Host
The X-Files
1993
as Shannon McMahon
Spartacus
2010
as Lucretia
Curb Your Enthusiasm
2000
as Lucy Lawless
Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
2013
as Isabelle 'Izzy' Hartley
Adventure Time
2010
as General Tarsal (voice)
LIVE with Kelly and Mark
1988
as Self
RuPaul's Drag Race
2009
as Self - Guest Judge
Jimmy Kimmel Live!
2003
as Self - Guest
Parks and Recreation
2009
as Diane Lewis
Veronica Mars
2004
as Agent Morris
Burn Notice
2007
as Evelyn
Spartacus: House of Ashur
2025
as Lucretia
Battlestar Galactica
2004
as D'Anna Biers
Xena: Warrior Princess
1995
as Xena
Late Night with Conan O'Brien
1993
as Self - Guest
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
2012
as Hiidrala (voice)
The L Word
2004
as Marybeth Duffy
Just Shoot Me!
1997
as Stacy
The Bernie Mac Show
2001
as Lucy Lawless
Salem
2014
as Condessa Marburg
The Reichen Show
2005
as Self
Hercules: The Legendary Journeys
1995
as Lyla / Xena
Star Wars Resistance
2018
as Aeosian Queen (voice)
Less than Perfect
2002
as Tracy Fletcher
Ash vs Evil Dead
2015
as Ruby Knowby
On Air with Ryan Seacrest
2004
as Self
The Ray Bradbury Theater
1985
Flight of the Conchords
2007
as Paula
My Life Is Murder
2019
as Alexa Crowe
Mr. Corman
2021
as Cheryl
Top of the Lake
2013
as Caroline Platt
The Rosie O'Donnell Show
1996
as Self
The Code
2014
as Alex Wisham
Drag Race Down Under
2021
as Self - Guest Judge
Tarzan
2003
as Kathleen Clayton
Robert Kirkman's Secret History of Comics
2017
as Self
Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras
1994
as Self
Super City
2011
Angel of Death
2009
as Vera
Warrior Women with Lucy Lawless
2003
as Self
Movies (38)
Spider-Man
2002
as Punk Rock Girl
Minions: The Rise of Gru
2022
as Nun-Chuck (voice)
EuroTrip
2004
as Madame Vandersexxx
Bedtime Stories
2008
as Aspen
Ginger Snaps
2000
as Announcer on School's PA System (Uncredited)
Bitch Slap
2009
as Mother Superior
Battlestar Galactica: The Plan
2009
as D'Anna Biers (archive footage) (uncredited)
Boogeyman
2005
as Tim's Mother
Justice League: The New Frontier
2008
as Wonder Woman (voice)
Saturday Night Live: The Best of Will Ferrell
2002
as Art Teacher (archive footage)
The Breaker Upperers
2018
as Client
The Spine of Night
2021
as Tzod (voice)
Mosley
2019
as Bera (voice)
Pike River
2025
as Helen Kelly
Hercules and the Amazon Women
1994
as Lysia
Locusts
2005
as Maddy Rierdon
Lez Chat
2010
as Construction Worker
Angel of Death
2009
as Vera
Vampire Bats
2005
as Maddy Rierdon
Double Dare
2004
as Self
Hercules and Xena - The Animated Movie: The Battle for Mount Olympus
1998
as Xena (voice)
Your Studio and You
1995
as Lucy Lawless
Dragonlance: Dragons of Autumn Twilight
2008
as Goldmoon (voice)
The Changeover
2017
as Miryam Carlisle
The Darkroom
2006
as Cheryl
The Rainbow Warrior
1997
as Jane Redmond
Typhon's People
1993
as Mink Tertius
Mothers of the Revolution
2021
as Self
How Bizarre: The Story of an Otara Millionaire
2014
as Self
I'll Make You Happy
1999
as self
Hercules & Xena: Wizards of the Screen
1997
as Xena
Toke
2020
as Duke
Peach
1996
as Peach
A Bitter Song
1990
as Nurse 1
Antarctica from Above
2022
as Narrator
Other Men's Careers
2023
as Self
Lucy Lawless in Concert
2007
Soldiers Without Guns
2019
as Narrator
About 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… With 86 credits spanning from 1975 to 2025, Lucy Lawless has appeared in 38 films and 48 TV shows.
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- Spider-Man (2002) — as Punk Rock Girl
- Minions: The Rise of Gru (2022) — as Nun-Chuck (voice)
- EuroTrip (2004) — as Madame Vandersexxx
- Bedtime Stories (2008) — as Aspen
- Ginger Snaps (2000) — as Announcer on School's PA System (Uncredited)
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