Xena: Warrior Princess

Lucy Lawless delivered a commanding and charismatic performance as Xena in 'Xena: Warrior Princess,' transforming the character into a feminist icon of 1990s television. Her portrayal blended fierce warrior strength with emotional depth, setting Xena apart from typical action heroes of the era. Compared to her other roles, such as her recurring part as Lucretia in 'Spartacus,' Lawless showcased remarkable versatility, shifting from the empowered warrior to complex historical figures with equal conviction. A fun trivia fact is that Lucy Lawless performed most of her own stunts on the show, contributing to the authenticity and dynamic energy that fans loved.