Lisa Wilcox is an American actress, former model, and designer, known for her leading roles in prominent horror franchises and extensive television work. After gaining significant recognition for her leading role as Alice Johnson in A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master (1988), Lisa Wilcox solidified her status in prominent horror franchises, reprising the role in the commercially successful sequel, A Nightmare on Elm Street: The Dream Child (1989). Her extensive career began with a film debut in Gimme an ‘F’ (1984), followed by numerous television guest appearances, including Hardcastle and McCormick (1985), You Again? (1986), CBS Schoolbreak Special (1987), Valerie’s Family: The Hogans (1987), Mr.
Belvedere (1987), and MacGyver (1987). Wilcox, who holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from UCLA, has amassed over 100 film, television, commercial, and theater credits, showcasing her range from early guest spots on series like It’s a Living (1988) and Hotel (1988) to leading genre roles. Wilcox demonstrated her versatility across genres, securing regular roles in acclaimed television series such as Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventures (1992), and recurring as Ellen on Knots Landing (1989). She also made memorable appearances in long-running shows like General Hospital and delivered a culturally recognized performance as Yuta in the Star Trek: The Next Generation episode, ‘The Vengeance Factor’ (1989).
Most recently, Wilcox appeared as herself alongside her son in the reality television series MILF Manor (2023), demonstrating her willingness to explore new formats and connect with contemporary audiences.