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Lucy Liu

Breakthrough Years
1998
Liu achieved widespread recognition and earned a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for her breakout role as the enigmatic Ling Woo in the popular television series Ally McBeal. This part significantly raised her profile and established her as a distinctive talent in Hollywood.
2000
She solidified her status as a mainstream film star with her role as Alex Munday in the highly successful action-comedy Charlie's Angels. The film's global box office success showcased her ability to lead a major franchise.
2003
Liu garnered critical acclaim and an MTV Movie Award for Best Villain for her iconic portrayal of O-Ren Ishii in Quentin Tarantino's acclaimed martial arts film Kill Bill: Vol. 1. This memorable role further demonstrated her versatility and cemented her reputation as a formidable actress.