Lisa Langlois

Biography

Lisa Langlois, born on March 15, 1959, in North Bay, Ontario, is a talented Canadian actress known for her versatile performances across movies, television, and theater. Growing up in Hamilton, Ontario, she attended a French language school, where she honed her language skills and eventually became fluent in French. In 1974, she showcased her beauty and grace by representing Hamilton in the Miss Teen Canada beauty pageant, finishing as the runner-up.

Graduating from McMaster University in Hamilton, Langlois made a remarkable film debut in Claude Chabrol's mystery "Blood Relatives" in 1978, sharing the screen with the legendary Donald Sutherland. This led to her involvement in several other Canadian films, including the thriller "Phobia" (1980) directed by John Huston. She later starred in cult classics such as the horror film "Happy Birthday to Me" (1981), the teen actioner "Class of 1984" (1982), alongside a young Michael J. Fox, and the killer rat shocker "Deadly Eyes" (1982).

Transitioning to American projects, Langlois made her mark in Hollywood with appearances in Paramount Pictures comedies like "The Man Who Wasn't There" (1983) and "National Lampoon's Joy of Sex" (1984), directed by Martha Coolidge. In 1985, she showcased her musical talents in the romantic comedy "The Slugger's Wife," impressing audiences with her performance as a struggling singer. Her versatility shone through as she guest-starred on TV shows like "Murder, She Wrote" and graced the stage in productions like La Jolla Playhouse's "Once In A Lifetime" in 1988.

Returning to Canada in the 1990s, Langlois continued to captivate audiences with her acting prowess in action films like "The White Tiger" (1995) and "The Final Cut" (1995) alongside Sam Elliott. She also made notable appearances on television series such as "Beyond Belief: Fact or Fiction?" (1998), "Vengeance Unlimited" (1999), and "Relic Hunter" (2000). After a brief hiatus, she made a triumphant return to the Los Angeles stage in 2004, starring in "Jungle Express" in Malibu.

In her later career, Langlois showcased her talent in the thriller "The Perfect Marriage" (2006), which premiered on Lifetime Television, and was invited to perform a recurring role in the TV series "The L Word" in 2007. Beyond her successful acting career, Langlois is a devoted mother to her son, Emerson. With a career spanning decades and a diverse range of roles, Lisa Langlois continues to leave a lasting impact on the entertainment industry with her talent and dedication to her craft.