 ProductLink |
|
 Laura Vandervoort is a versatile actress, producer and writer who not only crosses over genres, but also changes from character to character flawlessly embracing the essence of every role she plays. Laura has built an international fan from her extensive resume and has been consistently working as an actress since she was thirteen years old.She first began her career in background work on Canadian commercials and TV landing her first speaking role at the age of thirteen for the children's series "Goosebumps" and then "Are You Afraid of the Dark?" Laura went on to Disney movies and while attending York University under the concentration of Psychology and English, Laura landed the lead on the CTV TV series 'Instant Star,' a popular series that ran for four seasons.In 2006, Laura shot her first feature film 'The Lookout' starring Jeff Daniels, Joseph Gordon-Levitt. Several TV appearances afterwards led Laura into the hands of The CW network. Landing the coveted role of 'Supergirl' on the hit The CW series 'Smallville.' The in-demand actress went directly into filming several acclaimed indies. Laura then booked a lead role in the SyFy channel's 'Riverworld.' Laura also booked a series regular spot for ABC's sci-fi series 'V' alongside Elizabeth Mitchell, Scott Wolf and Morena Baccarin. Laura then booked five feature films back-to-back: the psychological thriller, 'The Entitled' starring Ray Liotta, followed by 'This Means War' starring Reese Witherspoon and Chris Pine, the lead in 'Desperately Seeking Santa' with Nick Zano, "Broken Trust," a leading role psychological thriller for the Lifetime network and "Ted" directed by Seth Macfarlane, starring Mark Wahlberg and Mila Kunis.Laura has since continued on her superhero path voicing "Mary Jane" in the new Spiderman video game and voicing three episodes of 'Family Guy.' Laura has guest starred on several series including 'Haven,' 'Private Eyes' and 'White Collar' amongst many others. Both feature film and indie film, she is inspired to work on roles that challenge her.Laura's lead role of 'Elena' for the sci fi-action series 'Bitten' for Syfy and Space. The series ran for three hugely successful seasons. Additionally, Laura appeared as a recurring villain on CBS' 'Supergirl.' Laura went on to join the "Saw" franchise as their lead actor in the new installment "Jigsaw." "Jigsaw" was number one in theaters during its release. Soon after, Laura helped produce and starred in a short film titled 'Unspeakable' for the American Film Institute, for which has received many nominations and wins from festivals. Recently Laura won Best Actress for her work in 'Unspeakable' at the Queen Palm Film Festival. Laura went on to her next series 'Ice' starring Jeremy Sisto filming in South Africa. Laura signed on as not only lead actress but Consulting Producer for the feature film 'Rabid' which premieres 2019. A day after 'Rabid' wrapped, Laura took on a new role and new series for Netflix airing 2019 titled 'V Wars' starring Ian Somerhalder.Her newest project is none other than her passion project, 'Age Of Dysphoria.' Laura developed, executive produced and starred in this film alongside Canadian legend, Mr. Gordon Pinsent. The film was directed by Jessica Petelle, who is also an executive producer.Following several film festival wins for both 'Age Of Dysphoria' and Laura as Best Actress, Laura starred as the lead of the movie 'A Christmas Exchange,' alongside actor Rainbow Sun Francks. Followed by several appearances in feature films including, 'See For Me' Laura worked alongside Elisabeth Moss for an episode of the hit Hulu series 'Handmaid's Tale,' during their 4th season. During production of 'Handmaid's Tale,' Laura was in development on her directorial debut for 'My Soul To Take,' a short film she wrote and will also executive produce.September 2020
Bio:
Laura Vandervoort is a versatile actress, producer and writer who not only crosses over genres, but also changes from character to character flawlessly embracing the essence of every role she plays. Laura has built an international fan from her extensive resume and has been consistently working as an actress since she was thirteen years old.She first began her career in background work on Canadian commercials and TV landing her first speaking role at the age of thirteen for the children's series "Goosebumps" and then "Are You Afraid of the Dark?" Laura went on to Disney movies and while attending York University under the concentration of Psychology and English, Laura landed the lead on the CTV TV series 'Instant Star,' a popular series that ran for four seasons.In 2006, Laura shot her first feature film 'The Lookout' starring Jeff Daniels, Joseph Gordon-Levitt. Several TV appearances afterwards led Laura into the hands of The CW network. Landing the coveted role of 'Supergirl' on the hit The CW series 'Smallville.' The in-demand actress went directly into filming several acclaimed indies. Laura then booked a lead role in the SyFy channel's 'Riverworld.' Laura also booked a series regular spot for ABC's sci-fi series 'V' alongside Elizabeth Mitchell, Scott Wolf and Morena Baccarin. Laura then booked five feature films back-to-back: the psychological thriller, 'The Entitled' starring Ray Liotta, followed by 'This Means War' starring Reese Witherspoon and Chris Pine, the lead in 'Desperately Seeking Santa' with Nick Zano, "Broken Trust," a leading role psychological thriller for the Lifetime network and "Ted" directed by Seth Macfarlane, starring Mark Wahlberg and Mila Kunis.Laura has since continued on her superhero path voicing "Mary Jane" in the new Spiderman video game and voicing three episodes of 'Family Guy.' Laura has guest starred on several series including 'Haven,' 'Private Eyes' and 'White Collar' amongst many others. Both feature film and indie film, she is inspired to work on roles that challenge her.Laura's lead role of 'Elena' for the sci fi-action series 'Bitten' for Syfy and Space. The series ran for three hugely successful seasons. Additionally, Laura appeared as a recurring villain on CBS' 'Supergirl.' Laura went on to join the "Saw" franchise as their lead actor in the new installment "Jigsaw." "Jigsaw" was number one in theaters during its release. Soon after, Laura helped produce and starred in a short film titled 'Unspeakable' for the American Film Institute, for which has received many nominations and wins from festivals. Recently Laura won Best Actress for her work in 'Unspeakable' at the Queen Palm Film Festival. Laura went on to her next series 'Ice' starring Jeremy Sisto filming in South Africa. Laura signed on as not only lead actress but Consulting Producer for the feature film 'Rabid' which premieres 2019. A day after 'Rabid' wrapped, Laura took on a new role and new series for Netflix airing 2019 titled 'V Wars' starring Ian Somerhalder.Her newest project is none other than her passion project, 'Age Of Dysphoria.' Laura developed, executive produced and starred in this film alongside Canadian legend, Mr. Gordon Pinsent. The film was directed by Jessica Petelle, who is also an executive producer.Following several film festival wins for both 'Age Of Dysphoria' and Laura as Best Actress, Laura starred as the lead of the movie 'A Christmas Exchange,' alongside actor Rainbow Sun Francks. Followed by several appearances in feature films including, 'See For Me' Laura worked alongside Elisabeth Moss for an episode of the hit Hulu series 'Handmaid's Tale,' during their 4th season. During production of 'Handmaid's Tale,' Laura was in development on her directorial debut for 'My Soul To Take,' a short film she wrote and will also executive produce.September 2020
Tivia:
Has second degree black belt in karate.A picture of hers from V (2009) (as her character Lisa) was used to make fake ID passports as part of an international identity-theft ring disclosed by authorities in June 2016. The FBI agent immediately recognized her face because of her appearances in Smallville (2001).Wanted to be Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1992) in her youth. She reportedly sent Joss Whedon a letter telling him Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997) needed a "sister". Whedon remembered her letter when she auditioned for a role years later.Attended York University for Psychology and English majors.Was on the cover of the final issue of Stuff magazine. (October 2007)Portrays Indigo, the third alien character in her career (and the second DC Comics alien) on Supergirl (2015) after Lisa in V (2009) and Kara Zor-El/Supergirl herself in Smallville (2001).Ranked #17 on Maxim magazine's Hot 100 Women list of 2014.Ranked #53 on Maxim magazine's Hot 100 Women" list of 2010.Ranked #25 in Wizard magazine's "Sexiest Women of TV" list. (March 2008)Her third cousin is celebrated Canadian actor Gordon Pinsent from Newfoundland.Ranked #73 on Maxim magazine's Hot 100 Women list of 2011.Ranked #58 in the 2011 FHM Australia list of "100 Sexiest Women in the World".Shares a birthday with the fictional character of Kara Zor-El/Supergirl, which she portrayed on Smallville (2001) - September 22. |
| Name: |
Laura Vandervoort |
Type: |
Actress,Producer,Director (IMDB) |
| Area: |
All World |
Platform: |
IMDB |
| Category: |
|
Business scope: |
Actress,Producer,Director |
| Products for sale: |
Actress,Producer,Director |
| Model rank: |
70 |
| Last update: |
2024-07-01 03:03:25 |
Laura Vandervoort profile
| Height: |
5' 6' (1.68 m) |
| Biography: |
Laura Vandervoort is a versatile actress, producer and writer who not only crosses over genres, but also changes from character to character flawlessly embracing the essence of every role she plays. Laura has built an international fan from her exten |
| Trivia: |
Has second degree black belt in karate.A picture of hers from V (2009) (as her character Lisa) was used to make fake ID passports as part of an international identity-theft ring disclosed by authorities in June 2016. The FBI agent immediately recognized her face because of her appearances in Smallville (2001).Wanted to be Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1992) in her youth. She reportedly sent Joss Whedon a letter telling him Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997) needed a "sister". Whedon remembered her letter when she auditioned for a role years later.Attended York University for Psychology and English majors.Was on the cover of the final issue of Stuff magazine. (October 2007)Portrays Indigo, the third alien character in her career (and the second DC Comics alien) on Supergirl (2015) after Lisa in V (2009) and Kara Zor-El/Supergirl herself in Smallville (2001).Ranked #17 on Maxim magazine's Hot 100 Women list of 2014.Ranked #53 on Maxim magazine's Hot 100 Women" list of 2010.Ranked #25 in Wizard magazine's "Sexiest Women of TV" list. (March 2008)Her third cousin is celebrated Canadian actor Gordon Pinsent from Newfoundland.Ranked #73 on Maxim magazine's Hot 100 Women list of 2011.Ranked #58 in the 2011 FHM Australia list of "100 Sexiest Women in the World".Shares a birthday with the fictional character of Kara Zor-El/Supergirl, which she portrayed on Smallville (2001) - September 22. |
| Trademarks: |
Blonde hair and piercing blue eyes |
| Quotes: |
Hollywood is something imagined... acting is something crafted.
<br />
<hr>
[on appearing on a number of sci-fi shows] The Sci-Fi genre has been very nice to me. |
| Job title: |
Actress,Producer,Director |
| Children: |
No Children |
| Parents: |
Kerry Sanger |
| Relatives: |
Gordon Pinsent (Cousin) |
|
