Lena Headey, born on October 3, 1973, in Hamilton, Bermuda, is a Bermudian-British actress renowned for her versatile roles in film and television. She is best known for her portrayal of Cersei Lannister in the critically acclaimed television series "Game of Thrones" (2011-2019). Headey's acting career began at the age of seventeen when a casting agent noticed her performance in a one-off show and invited her to audition for the film "Waterland" (1992), marking her big-screen debut. Over the years, she has demonstrated her range by playing diverse characters, from action-oriented roles in "300" (2006) and "The Brothers Grimm" (2005) to more dramatic parts in "Possession" (2002) and "The Remains of the Day" (1993).

In addition to her iconic role in "Game of Thrones," Lena Headey has appeared in various other notable projects, including "Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles" (2008-2009), where she played Sarah Connor, and the horror thriller "The Broken" (2008). Her film career has taken her to locations around the world, including India, Russia, Norway, Romania, Mexico, Canada, Bulgaria, and the Czech Republic. Headey continues to be active in the industry, with recent projects such as "The Abandons" (2025), where she stars alongside Gillian Anderson and Ryan Hurst. Outside of acting, Headey is a vegetarian and practices yoga, which she discovered during her work in India. #LenaHeadey #GameOfThrones #CerseiLannister #Actress