Rebecca Romijn

Model and actress, X-Men series

Rebecca Romijn - Model and actress, X-Men series
Born

November 6th, 1972
52 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Started a career as a model, representing high-profile brands and appearing on numerous magazine covers. Transitioned into acting, gaining significant recognition for roles in 'X-Men' as Mystique and 'Star Trek: Discovery' as Number One. Portrayed characters on television programs such as 'The Punisher' and 'Ugly Betty'. Voiced characters in various animated series and participated in reality television.

Portrayed Mystique in the X-Men film series

Appeared in 'Star Trek: Discovery' as Number One

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