Lena Headey is a British actress and producer who gained worldwide fame as Cersei Lannister in the blockbuster series Game of Thrones. Known for her powerful performances intense screen energy and strong presence in both mainstream and independent cinema she continues to explore fresh creative roles in film television and voice acting. Here are Lena Headeys important details including age net worth family physical stats career timeline social media updates and more.
Quick Bio
- Full Name: Lena Kathren Headey
- Date of Birth: October 3 1973
- Age: 52 years old as of 2025
- Birthplace: Hamilton Bermuda
- Nationality: British
- Ethnicity: English heritage born in Bermuda
- Profession: Actress Producer Voice Artist
- Known For: Game of Thrones role as Cersei Lannister and major film roles in 300 and Dredd
- Marital Status: Married
- Children: Wylie and Teddy
- Net Worth: 12 Million USD approx
Early Life and Background
Lena Headey was born in Bermuda where her father served in the police force. Her family later moved to England and she spent her childhood in Yorkshire before relocating to London. She showed interest in performing arts early and her acting journey began when a casting director noticed her during a school stage performance at the age of seventeen leading to her first film appearance.
Married, Husband and Kids
Lena Headey is married to American actor Marc Menchaca with their wedding held in 2022. She has two children Wylie born in 2010 and Teddy born in 2015. Despite being a prominent public figure she prefers to keep her family life private and away from major media attention.
Height Weight and Body Stats
- Height: 5 feet 5 inches approx
- Weight: 60 kg approx
- Shoe Size: US 7 approx
- Eye Color: Green hazel
- Hair Color: Dark brown
- Body Type: Slim
- Build: Lean fit physique
- Distinctive Features: Sharp expressive eyes and commanding on screen presence
Career and Achievements
Her acting career began in British cinema and television during the early 1990s.
International attention followed with roles in major films before her game changing performance as Cersei Lannister which earned her global admiration awards recognition and a place among the most iconic TV characters of all time.
She has continued working across genres including drama action sci fi comedy and voice roles for animated projects.
Career Timeline
1992: Made acting debut in the film Waterland
1993: Appeared in critically appreciated English film and TV projects
2005: Gained mainstream film visibility through The Brothers Grimm
2006: Rose to wider fame as Queen Gorgo in the film 300
2008: Starred as Sarah Connor in Terminator The Sarah Connor Chronicles
2011: Joined Game of Thrones cast as Cersei Lannister
2012: Appeared as the main villain Ma Ma in the film Dredd
2019: Featured in Fighting With My Family and various creative projects
2023: Reentered high profile roles including limited series and voice work
2024: Continued widening acting range in streaming projects
2025: Appears in action thriller Ballistic and stars in a new Netflix crime thriller series
Major Awards and Honors
- Multiple Emmy Award nominations for performance in Game of Thrones
- Golden Globe nomination for portraying Cersei Lannister
- Acknowledged by critics worldwide for compelling and versatile characters
Latest Updates
- Acting in the upcoming film Ballistic expected to release in 2025
- Starring in a Netflix crime thriller series currently in production
- Working more in voice roles and creative collaborations
- Maintains active presence in global entertainment projects
Net Worth
Lena Headey holds an estimated net worth of about 12 Million USD as of 2025. She has earned her wealth through high budget television roles especially Game of Thrones major film performances long term residuals from successful projects producing content and voice work for popular titles.
Social Media Presence
She maintains an appreciative fan community by interacting occasionally and celebrating creative milestones
- Instagram: @iamlenaheadey around 3.53 million followers
- On Instagram she shares project promotions family celebrations social issues and candid personal posts
- X Twitter: @IAMLenaHeadey used for communication updates and supportive messages for various causes
Trivia and Facts
- She was discovered by chance during a school play
- Practices activism for various humanitarian campaigns
- Enjoys working in diverse genres and challenging roles
- Believes storytelling should inspire emotion and perspective
FAQs about Lena Headey
Is Lena Headey still working in major films and shows
Yes she continues to act in theatrical releases and streaming projects in 2025
What role made Lena Headey world famous
Her portrayal of Cersei Lannister in Game of Thrones brought her worldwide fame
How many children does Lena Headey have
She has two children Wylie and Teddy
Where is Lena Headey from
She was born in Bermuda and raised in England
