Lucy Lawless

Date of Birth: March 29, 1968

Zodiac Sign: Aries

Date of Death: (Alive)

Biography

Lucy Lawless, born Lucille Frances Ryan, is a renowned New Zealand actress and singer best known for her iconic role as Xena in the television series “Xena: Warrior Princess,” which aired from 1995 to 2001. Born in Mount Albert, Auckland, New Zealand, Lawless demonstrated an early interest in performing arts, participating in school plays and musicals. After completing her education, she went on to study opera for a brief period before transitioning to acting. Lawless’s breakthrough came when she was cast as Xena, a character initially introduced in the TV series “Hercules: The Legendary Journeys.” Due to the character’s popularity, Xena was given her own spin-off series, which catapulted Lawless to international fame. Her portrayal of the fierce and complex warrior princess won her numerous awards and a dedicated fan base. Beyond “Xena: Warrior Princess,” Lawless has had a successful and diverse career in television and film. She has appeared in shows such as “Battlestar Galactica,” “Parks and Recreation,” and “Ash vs Evil Dead.” In addition to her acting career, she has been a strong advocate for environmental and social causes, working with organizations like Greenpeace.

5 Interesting Facts about Lucy Lawless

1. Lucy Lawless was inducted into the New Zealand Order of Merit in 2004 for her services to entertainment and the community.

2. She competed in “Celebrity Duets,” a reality TV show, in 2006 and finished as the runner-up.

3. Lawless once made a guest appearance on “The Simpsons” in an episode titled “Treehouse of Horror X.”

4. In 2012, Lucy was arrested for her participation in a Greenpeace protest aimed at preventing oil drilling in the Arctic.

5. She has a star on the New Zealand Walk of Fame.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Lucy Lawless

1. “It’s a privilege to be a part of something that people hold dear.”

2. “I’ve always been a bit of a tomboy, and I used to be a gymnast in school.”

3. “If you’re going to be a warrior, you need to be well-grounded and have a sense of humor.”

4. “I think if you can find the magic in the mundane, that’s where the real success lies.”

5. “I like my characters to be well-rounded and human, even if they’re larger than life.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At her peak, Lucy Lawless’s net worth was estimated to be around $18 million.

Children

Lucy Lawless has three children. She has a daughter, Daisy Lawless, from her first marriage to Garth Lawless. She has two sons, Julius Robert Bay Tapert and Judah Miro Tapert, with her second husband, Robert Tapert, who is a producer and writer.