Rose McIver is an actress, director, and producer recognized for her extensive work across television and film, demonstrating versatility in various roles. After making her film debut at three years old as an angel in the Academy Award-winning film The Piano (1993), Rose McIver went on to establish a robust career across television and film. She quickly became a familiar face in fantasy television, appearing in projects such as Hercules and the Amazon Women (1994), Hercules: The Legendary Journeys (1995), and Xena: Warrior Princess (1995). McIver transitioned into lead television roles with Maddigan’s Quest (2006) and Rude Awakenings (2007).
A significant early career milestone came with her portrayal of Summer Landsdown, the Yellow Ranger, in all 32 episodes of Power Rangers R.P.M. (2009). The same year, she gained recognition for her supporting role as Lindsey Salmon in the feature film The Lovely Bones (2009). McIver continued to build her diverse portfolio with a main-cast role in Super City (2011) and recurring appearances in acclaimed series.
She captivated audiences with her role in Masters of Sex (2013) and as the iconic Tinker Bell in Once Upon a Time (2013-2017). A pivotal point in her career was securing the lead role of Olivia ‘Liv’ Moore in The CW’s hit comedy-drama series iZombie, which ran for five seasons from 2015 to 2019. During this period, McIver also starred in Netflix’s popular holiday film franchise, leading as Amber Moore in A Christmas Prince (2017), A Christmas Prince: The Royal Wedding (2018), and A Christmas Prince: The Royal Baby (2019). Demonstrating her versatility, McIver took on a main role in the Hulu comedy series Woke (2020-2022).
Her work as both an actress and a burgeoning director/producer highlights her commitment to compelling storytelling and underscores her marketable appeal across various entertainment platforms.