Catherine Winnick, born on December 3, 1977, in Toronto, is a Canadian actress with Ukrainian and Finnish roots. Before acting, she was a professional taekwondo athlete, holding a 3rd-degree black belt and becoming one of Canada's youngest instructors at age 16. Winnick began her film career in the early 2000s, gaining international recognition in 2013 for her role as Lagertha in the historical series "Vikings."
Her portrayal of a warrior in "Vikings" brought her global fame. Winnick has appeared in TV series such as "Bones," "The Blacklist," and "Law & Order," as well as films including "Love & Other Drugs," "Now You See Me 2," and the Russian-Ukrainian project "I'm a Teacher." She continues to act while maintaining a relatively private lifestyle and remains notable in historical and action genres.
