Alison Doody

Born:November 11, 1966

Place of Birth:Dublin, Ireland

Known For:Acting

Biography

Alison Doody, born on November 11, 1966, in Ireland, is a versatile actress and former model. Growing up as the youngest of three siblings, she discovered her passion for the arts during her education in a convent. Despite briefly studying at the National College of Fine Arts in Dublin, she found her true calling in the world of modeling after being approached by a photographer in a café.

Transitioning from modeling to acting, Alison landed her first major role in the James Bond film "A View to a Kill" in 1985, which marked the beginning of her successful acting career. However, it was her portrayal of the seductive Dr. Elsa Schneider in "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade" in 1989 that truly catapulted her into the spotlight. Her performance caught the attention of industry giants like Steven Spielberg and George Lucas, who admired her sense of humor and striking resemblance to Grace Kelly.

Following her Hollywood success, Alison became the face of L'Oréal after replacing Cybill Shepherd. Despite shooting several B-movies in the United States, she ultimately felt a strong pull back to her roots in Ireland. In 1994, she took a hiatus from her career to focus on her relationship with Gavin O'Reilly, whom she later married and started a family with.

After a period of personal reflection and a cameo in the comedy "Les acteurs" in 2003, Alison reignited her passion for acting. Her role in "Allan Quatermain et la pierre des ancêtres" alongside Patrick Swayze in 2004 reignited her career momentum. Despite facing challenges re-entering the industry after a hiatus, she remained determined to find meaningful and diverse roles that resonated with her.

In recent years, Alison has appeared in projects like the short film "Benjamin's Struggle" and the British series "Meurtres en sommeil." Expressing her enthusiasm for returning to acting, she emphasized her desire to explore a range of characters beyond the archetype of the "nasty Nazi." With a renewed focus on quality over quantity, Alison Doody continues to captivate audiences with her talent and dedication to her craft.

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Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade

Elsa Schneider

1989

In 1938, an art collector appeals to eminent archaeologist Dr. Indiana Jones to embark on a search for the Holy Grail. Indy learns that a medieval historian has vanished while searching for it, and the missing man is his own father, Dr. Henry Jones Sr.. He sets out to rescue his father by following clues in the old man's notebook, which his father had mailed to him before he went missing. Indy arrives in Venice, where he enlists the help of a beautiful academic, Dr. Elsa Schneider, along with Marcus Brody and Sallah. Together they must stop the Nazis from recovering the power of eternal life and taking over the world!

RRR

Cassandra Buxton

2022

A fictional history of two legendary revolutionaries' journey away from home before they began fighting for their country in the 1920s.

A View to a Kill

Jenny Flex

1985

A newly-developed microchip designed by Zorin Industries for the British Government that can survive the electromagnetic radiation caused by a nuclear explosion has landed in the hands of the KGB. James Bond must find out how and why. His suspicions soon lead him to big industry leader Max Zorin who forms a plan to destroy his only competition in Silicon Valley by triggering a massive earthquake in the San Francisco Bay.

Major League II

Flannery

1994

After losing in the ALCS the year before, the Cleveland Indians are determined to make it into the World Series this time! However, they first have to contend with Rachel Phelps again when she buys back the team.

A Prayer for the Dying

Siobhan Donovan

1987

Martin, an I.R.A. hitman, is seen by a Catholic priest while carrying out a hit. He grows a bond with the priest and his niece. But his past and his former employers put all their lives in danger.

The Unofficial Science of Indiana Jones

Self

2024

Greg James and Maisie Adam will team up to tackle some of the classic Indiana Jones stunts – we’re talking dodging poisonous darts, outrunning giant boulders and surviving fireballs. Alex Brooker explores the franchise’s famous filming locations and meets iconic cast members to hear their favourite on-set stories.