Rachelle Lefevre has established a career in film and television, transitioning from early Canadian projects to lead roles in major U.S. productions while advocating for animal welfare and environmental awareness. After gaining international recognition for her portrayal of the vampire Victoria in the first two installments of The Twilight Saga, Twilight (2008) and The Twilight Saga: New Moon (2009), Rachelle Lefevre solidified her standing in both film and television. This pivotal role earned her a Teen Choice Award for Best Villain in 2010.
Prior to her global success, Lefevre established her career through early Canadian projects, including her first acting role in the TV series Big Wolf on Campus in 1999. Following her move to Los Angeles in 2004, she secured appearances in films such as Confessions of a Dangerous Mind (2002) and went on to land recurring roles on American series including What About Brian and David E. Kelleys Boston Legal, building a robust foundation for her subsequent lead work. Expanding her filmography after the success of The Twilight Saga, Lefevre starred in the acclaimed Barney’s Version (2010), a film partially shot in Rome, and the suspense thriller The Caller (2011).
Lefevre further contributes her expertise and passion to philanthropy, serving on the board of AdoptTogether.