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Melanie Jayne Lynskey (/ ˈ l ɪ n s k i / LIN-skee; born 16 May 1977) is a New Zealand actress. Known for her portrayals of complex women and her command of American accents, she works predominantly in independent films and television.
IMDb profile of Melanie Lynskey, a New Zealand actress known for her roles in Heavenly Creatures, Up in the Air, Yellowjackets and more. See her photos, videos, credits, awards and trivia.
- Actress, Soundtrack
- May 16, 1977
- 4 min
Learn about the life and career of the New Zealand actress who starred in Heavenly Creatures, Two and a Half Men, and Yellowjackets. Find out her family, awards, trivia, and more on IMDb.
- May 16, 1977
Mar 14, 2023 · Melanie Lynskey’s character in “Yellowjackets” is as comfortable skinning a rabbit as she is defrosting a roast. Philip Cheung for The New York Times. By Alexis Soloski. March 14, 2023. WEST...
- Alexis Soloski
Jan 16, 2022 · Lynskey, a New Zealand actress whose Kiwi twang morphs into a flawless American accent on “Yellowjackets,” was calling from her daughter’s bedroom last week in Atlanta (“I’m hiding,” she...
- Sarah Bahr
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May 23, 2022 · The actress, who debuted at 17 in Heavenly Creatures, talks about her struggles with Hollywood, self-doubt, and food. She also shares her experience of working with Peter Jackson, Kate Winslet, and her daughter Kahi.
Lynskey, 45, born in New Zealand, entered the industry early. That predilection for women with turbulent inner lives was there from the start. At 15, she was cast opposite Kate Winslet in the...