Rachelle Marie Lefevre was born on February 1, 1979, in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Her father was an English teacher, and her mother was a psychologist. Lefevre is of French, Irish, and Scottish descent. She attended Centennial Academy, a private high school, and later studied creative arts at Dawson College before pursuing theatre at McGill University.
Lefevre began her acting career in Canadian television, appearing in shows like “Big Wolf on Campus” and “Student Bodies.” Her early roles helped her gain experience and exposure in the industry.
Lefevre’s breakthrough came with her role as Victoria Sutherland in the first two “Twilight” films, “Twilight” (2008) and “The Twilight Saga: New Moon” (2009). While she was replaced in the third film due to scheduling conflicts, her portrayal of the villainous vampire significantly raised her profile.
Following “Twilight,” Lefevre continued to work steadily in both film and television. Some of her notable film roles include:
Her television work includes recurring and main roles in several series:
Lefevre is known for her versatility and ability to portray a range of characters, from villains to more sympathetic roles. She has