Zoë Bell

Zoë Bell

Born:November 17, 1978

Place of Birth:Waiheke Island, New Zealand

Known For:Acting

Biography

Born on November 17, 1978, in New Zealand, Zoë E. Bell has made a name for herself as a talented stuntwoman and actress. Her career took off when she began doubling for iconic actresses like Lucy Lawless in "Xena: Warrior Princess" and Uma Thurman in "Kill Bill." Bell's fearlessness and skill in performing high-risk stunts quickly caught the attention of Hollywood.

Transitioning from stunts to acting, Bell showcased her versatility by appearing in both television shows and feature films. Her breakout role came in the form of the web series "Angel of Death," where she captivated audiences with her compelling performance. However, it was her role in Quentin Tarantino's "Death Proof" that truly solidified her status as a noteworthy actress.

Bell's collaboration with Tarantino in "Death Proof" not only demonstrated her acting abilities but also highlighted her natural charisma on screen. Portraying herself in the film, she effortlessly embodied a tough and fearless persona, earning praise for her authenticity and raw talent. The film's unique blend of action and suspense allowed Bell to shine in a role that perfectly complemented her background in stunts.

Beyond her on-screen work, Bell's dedication to her craft and willingness to push boundaries have set her apart in the industry. Her commitment to performing her own stunts has earned her respect and admiration from peers and fans alike. Known for her bold approach to action sequences, she continues to raise the bar for stunt performers in the industry.

With a career that spans both behind-the-scenes stunt work and on-screen acting, Bell has proven herself to be a multifaceted talent. Her ability to seamlessly transition between roles showcases her versatility and adaptability as an artist. Whether she's executing jaw-dropping stunts or delivering a powerful performance, Bell consistently delivers with passion and precision.

Drawing inspiration from her experiences in the world of stunts, Bell infuses her acting with a sense of authenticity and intensity that sets her apart. Her unique perspective as someone who has navigated the demanding world of stunt work brings depth and complexity to her performances. This blend of physical prowess and emotional depth has solidified her reputation as a dynamic and compelling presence on screen.

As a trailblazer in a male-dominated industry, Bell has shattered stereotypes and proven that women can excel in traditionally male roles. Her groundbreaking work has paved the way for other female stunt performers and actresses, inspiring a new generation of talent to pursue their dreams fearlessly. By fearlessly taking on challenging roles and pushing boundaries, Bell continues to leave a lasting impact on the world of entertainment.

In addition to her work in film and television, Bell has also delved into producing and directing, further showcasing her creative talents. Her passion for storytelling and commitment to bringing diverse narratives to the screen have led her to explore new avenues in the industry. By expanding her repertoire behind the camera, Bell continues to challenge herself and push the boundaries of her artistry.

With a career marked by daring stunts, memorable performances, and a relentless pursuit of excellence, Zoë Bell has cemented her status as a powerhouse in the world of entertainment. Her fearless approach to her craft, coupled with her unwavering dedication to authenticity, has earned her a well-deserved place among Hollywood's elite. As she continues to captivate audiences with her talent and charisma, there is no doubt that Zoë Bell's star will continue to rise in the years to come.

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Filmography

Acting

Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood

Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood

Janet

2019

Los Angeles, 1969. TV star Rick Dalton, a struggling actor specializing in westerns, and stuntman Cliff Booth, his best friend, try to survive in a constantly changing movie industry. Dalton is the neighbor of the young and promising actress and model Sharon Tate, who has just married the prestigious Polish director Roman Polanski…
Django Unchained

Django Unchained

Tracker

2012

With the help of a German bounty hunter, a freed slave sets out to rescue his wife from a brutal Mississippi plantation owner.
The Hateful Eight

The Hateful Eight

'Six-Horse' Judy

2015

Bounty hunters seek shelter from a raging blizzard and get caught up in a plot of betrayal and deception.
Oblivion

Oblivion

Kara

2013

Jack Harper is one of the last few drone repairmen stationed on Earth. Part of a massive operation to extract vital resources after decades of war with a terrifying threat known as the Scavs, Jack’s mission is nearly complete. His existence is brought crashing down when he rescues a beautiful stranger from a downed spacecraft. Her arrival triggers a chain of events that forces him to question everything he knows and puts the fate of humanity in his hands.
Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters

Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters

Tall Witch

2013

After getting a taste for blood as children, Hansel and Gretel have become the ultimate vigilantes, hell-bent on retribution. Now, unbeknownst to them, Hansel and Gretel have become the hunted, and must face an evil far greater than witches... their past.
Billy Elliot

Billy Elliot

Sandra

2000

County Durham, England, 1984. The miners' strike has started and the police have started coming up from Bethnal Green, starting a class war with the lower classes suffering. Caught in the middle of the conflict is 11-year old Billy Elliot, who, after leaving his boxing club for the day, stumbles upon a ballet class and finds out that he's naturally talented. He practices with his teacher Mrs. Wilkinson for an upcoming audition in Newcastle-upon Tyne for the royal Ballet school in London.
Death Proof

Death Proof

Zoë Bell

2007

Austin's hottest DJ, Jungle Julia, sets out into the night to unwind with her two friends Shanna and Arlene. Covertly tracking their moves is Stuntman Mike, a scarred rebel leering from behind the wheel of his muscle car, revving just feet away.
Malignant

Malignant

Scorpion

2021

Madison is paralyzed by shocking visions of grisly murders, and her torment worsens as she discovers that these waking dreams are in fact terrifying realities with a mysterious tie to her past.
Planet Terror

Planet Terror

Sicko Eating Paramedic #2 (uncredited)

2007

Two doctors find their graveyard shift inundated with townspeople ravaged by sores. Among the wounded is Cherry Darling, a dancer whose leg was ripped from her body. As the invalids quickly become enraged aggressors, Cherry and her ex-boyfriend El Wray lead a team of accidental warriors into the night.
Gamer

Gamer

Sandra

2009

Mind-control technology has taken society by a storm, a multiplayer on-line game called "Slayers" allows players to control human prisoners in mass-scale. Simon controls Kable, the online champion of the game. Kable's ultimate challenge becomes regaining his identity and independence by defeating the game's mastermind.
Bitch Slap

Bitch Slap

Rawhide

2009

Three bad girls - a down-and-out stripper, a drug-running killer, and a corporate powerbroker - arrive at a remote desert hideaway to extort and steal $200 million in diamonds from a ruthless underworld kingpin.
Whip It

Whip It

Bloody Holly

2009

In Bodeen, Texas, Land Of The Dragon, an indie-rock loving misfit finds a way of dealing with her small-town misery after she discovers a roller derby league in nearby Austin.
QT8: The First Eight

QT8: The First Eight

Self

2019

A detailed account of the life and artistic career of legendary filmmaker Quentin Tarantino, from his early days as a video club manager to the scandalous fall in disgrace of producer Harvey Weinstein. A story about how to shoot eight great movies and become an icon of modern pop culture.

Production

The Final Destination

The Final Destination

Stunts

2009

A horrifying premonition saves a young man and his friends from death during a racetrack accident but terrible fates await them nonetheless.
Inglourious Basterds

Inglourious Basterds

Stunts

2009

In Nazi-occupied France during World War II, a group of Jewish-American soldiers known as "The Basterds" are chosen specifically to spread fear throughout the Third Reich by scalping and brutally killing Nazis. The Basterds, lead by Lt. Aldo Raine soon cross paths with a French-Jewish teenage girl who runs a movie theater in Paris which is targeted by the soldiers.
Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood

Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood

Stunt Coordinator

2019

Los Angeles, 1969. TV star Rick Dalton, a struggling actor specializing in westerns, and stuntman Cliff Booth, his best friend, try to survive in a constantly changing movie industry. Dalton is the neighbor of the young and promising actress and model Sharon Tate, who has just married the prestigious Polish director Roman Polanski…
Thor: Love and Thunder

Thor: Love and Thunder

Stunt Coordinator

2022

After his retirement is interrupted by Gorr the God Butcher, a galactic killer who seeks the extinction of the gods, Thor Odinson enlists the help of King Valkyrie, Korg, and ex-girlfriend Jane Foster, who now wields Mjolnir as the Mighty Thor. Together they embark upon a harrowing cosmic adventure to uncover the mystery of the God Butcher’s vengeance and stop him before it’s too late.
Iron Man 3

Iron Man 3

Stunts

2013

When Tony Stark's world is torn apart by a formidable terrorist called the Mandarin, he starts an odyssey of rebuilding and retribution.
Kill Bill: Vol. 1

Kill Bill: Vol. 1

Stunt Double

2003

An assassin is shot by her ruthless employer, Bill, and other members of their assassination circle – but she lives to plot her vengeance.
Thor: Ragnarok

Thor: Ragnarok

Stunt Double

2017

Thor is imprisoned on the other side of the universe and finds himself in a race against time to get back to Asgard to stop Ragnarok, the destruction of his home-world and the end of Asgardian civilization, at the hands of a powerful new threat, the ruthless Hela.
The Proposal

The Proposal

Stunt Double

2009

When she learns she's in danger of losing her visa status and being deported, overbearing book editor Margaret Tate forces her put-upon assistant, Andrew Paxton, to marry her.
Kill Bill: Vol. 2

Kill Bill: Vol. 2

Stunt Double

2004

The Bride unwaveringly continues on her roaring rampage of revenge against the band of assassins who had tried to kill her and her unborn child. She visits each of her former associates one-by-one, checking off the victims on her Death List Five until there's nothing left to do … but kill Bill.
Catwoman

Catwoman

Stunts

2004

Liquidated after discovering a corporate conspiracy, mild-mannered graphic artist Patience Phillips washes up on an island, where she's resurrected and endowed with the prowess of a cat — and she's eager to use her new skills... as a vigilante. Before you can say "cat and mouse", handsome gumshoe Tom Lone is on her tail, fascinated by both of her personas.
Blood and Bone

Blood and Bone

Stunts

2009

In Los Angeles, an ex-con takes the underground fighting world by storm in his quest to fulfill a promise to a dead friend.
Death Proof

Death Proof

Stunts

2007

Austin's hottest DJ, Jungle Julia, sets out into the night to unwind with her two friends Shanna and Arlene. Covertly tracking their moves is Stuntman Mike, a scarred rebel leering from behind the wheel of his muscle car, revving just feet away.
The Kingdom

The Kingdom

Stunts

2007

A team of U.S. government agents is sent to investigate the bombing of an American facility in the Middle East.
27 Dresses

27 Dresses

Stunts

2008

Altruistic Jane finds herself facing her worst nightmare as her younger sister announces her engagement to the man Jane secretly adores.
Poseidon

Poseidon

Stunts

2006

A packed cruise ship traveling the Atlantic is hit and overturned by a massive wave, compelling the passengers to begin a dramatic fight for their lives.
Planet Terror

Planet Terror

Stunts

2007

Two doctors find their graveyard shift inundated with townspeople ravaged by sores. Among the wounded is Cherry Darling, a dancer whose leg was ripped from her body. As the invalids quickly become enraged aggressors, Cherry and her ex-boyfriend El Wray lead a team of accidental warriors into the night.
Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair

Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair

Stunts

2011

An assassin is shot and almost killed by her ruthless employer, Bill, and other members of their assassination circle – but she lives to plot her vengeance.
Bitch Slap

Bitch Slap

Fight Choreographer

2009

Three bad girls - a down-and-out stripper, a drug-running killer, and a corporate powerbroker - arrive at a remote desert hideaway to extort and steal $200 million in diamonds from a ruthless underworld kingpin.