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.
87 acting credits · 1 directing credit
Acting · 87
The Simpsons
1989
The Daily Show
1996
American Dad!
2005
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
2015
CSI: Miami
2002
Two and a Half Men
2003
The X-Files
1993
Spartacus
2010
Late Show with David Letterman
1993
Saturday Night Live
1975
Curb Your Enthusiasm
2000
Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
2013
RuPaul's Drag Race
2009
Adventure Time
2010
Parks and Recreation
2009
Jimmy Kimmel Live!
2003
Veronica Mars
2004
Burn Notice
2007
LIVE with Kelly and Mark
1988
Xena: Warrior Princess
1995
Battlestar Galactica
2004
Spartacus: House of Ashur
2025
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
2012
Spider-Man
2002
The L Word
2004
Late Night with Conan O'Brien
1993
Salem
2014
Just Shoot Me!
1997
The Bernie Mac Show
2001
Hercules: The Legendary Journeys
1995
The Reichen Show
2005
Star Wars Resistance
2018
Ash vs Evil Dead
2015
Less than Perfect
2002
On Air with Ryan Seacrest
2004
Minions: The Rise of Gru
2022
My Life Is Murder
2019
The Ray Bradbury Theater
1985
Flight of the Conchords
2007
Mr. Corman
2021
EuroTrip
2004
Top of the Lake
2013
Tarzan
2003
Drag Race Down Under
2021
The Rosie O'Donnell Show
1996
The Code
2014
Bedtime Stories
2008
Robert Kirkman's Secret History of Comics
2017
Ginger Snaps
2000
Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras
1994
Justice League: The New Frontier
2008
Bitch Slap
2009
Super City
2011
Angel of Death
2009
Boogeyman
2005
Saturday Night Live: The Best of Will Ferrell
2002
Battlestar Galactica: The Plan
2009
Hercules and Xena - The Animated Movie: The Battle for Mount Olympus
1998
Spartacus: Gods of the Arena
2011
Pike River
2025
The Breaker Upperers
2018
The Spine of Night
2021
Warrior Women with Lucy Lawless
2003
Angel of Death
2009
Mosley
2019
Hercules and the Amazon Women
1994
Double Dare
2004
Your Studio and You
1995
Typhon's People
1993
Dragonlance: Dragons of Autumn Twilight
2008
The Changeover
2017
Locusts
2005
Vampire Bats
2005
The Darkroom
2006
Lez Chat
2010
Mothers of the Revolution
2021
Peach
1996
Hercules & Xena: Wizards of the Screen
1997
The Rainbow Warrior
1997
How Bizarre: The Story of an Otara Millionaire
2014
Toke
2020
I'll Make You Happy
1999
Soldiers Without Guns
2019
Antarctica from Above
2022
Other Men's Careers
2023
Lucy Lawless in Concert
2007
A Bitter Song
1990
