Karina Lombard, born January 21, 1969, in Tahiti, French Polynesia, is an actress of diverse heritage. Her mother was Swiss, and her father was of Russian, Italian, and Tahitian descent. She spent her early years in Spain and Switzerland before moving to the United States.
Lombard initially pursued a career in modeling, appearing in magazines and advertising campaigns. She transitioned to acting in the early 1990s.
Lombard gained recognition for her role as Antoinette Cosway in the 1993 film Wide Sargasso Sea, an adaptation of Jean Rhys’ novel. This performance showcased her dramatic range and established her presence in the film industry.
She is also known for her portrayal of Nonhelema, a Shawnee woman, in the 1995 historical drama Legends of the Fall, alongside Brad Pitt and Anthony Hopkins. This role further expanded her visibility and cemented her status as a versatile actress.
In 1996, Lombard starred in Last Man Standing, an action film directed by Walter Hill and starring Bruce Willis. She played Felina, a key character in the narrative.
She had a recurring role as Marienne Bellamy in the Showtime series The L Word (2004-2009), contributing to the show’s exploration of lesbian relationships and experiences.
Other television appearances include roles in series such as Rescue Me and CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. She has also appeared in several independent films.
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