Connie Nielsen

Connie Nielsen is a Danish actress known for film and television roles in both European and American productions.

Connie Nielsen is a Danish actress known for her roles in both European and American productions. She gained international recognition for her performances in Gladiator and the Wonder Woman films.

What it is

Connie Nielsen, born Connie Inge-Lise Nielsen on 3 July 1965 in Frederikshavn, Denmark, is a Danish actress with a career spanning from the 1980s to the present. She began performing in local revue and variety scenes before moving into film and television across Europe and the United States.

Why it matters

Nielsen's breakthrough in American cinema came with The Devil's Advocate (1997), followed by her acclaimed role as Lucilla in Gladiator (2000). She later became widely known to superhero audiences as Queen Hippolyta in the Wonder Woman franchise, and to television viewers through series like Boss.

Key details

Her notable works include The Devil's Advocate, Gladiator, Boss, and the Wonder Woman films. She is the mother of two sons and had a long relationship with musician Lars Ulrich. Nielsen is also multilingual and trained in singing and dance.