Melanie Lynskey
Actor
Born May 16, 1977 · New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand
Active 1994–present
Melanie Jayne Lynskey (born May 16, 1977) is a New Zealand actress. Known for her portrayals of complex women and her command of American dialects, she works predominantly in independent films.
Filmography
Don't Say Good Luck (2026) — Elizabeth BirenbaumPike River (2025) — Anna OsborneGriffin in Summer (2025) — HelenHouse (2004) — Natalie TavaresThe Last of Us (2023) — Kathleen CoghlanThe Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012) — Aunt HelenDon't Look Up (2021) — June MindyYoung Sheldon (2017) — Dora EricsonOver the Garden Wall (2014) — Beatrice (voice)Two and a Half Men (2003) — RoseIt's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (2005) — KateUp in the Air (2009) — Julie BinghamThe Shield (2002) — MarcyEverAfter (1998) — Jacqueline de GhentAmerican Dad! (2005) — Sharon (voice)Psych (2006) — Emily BloomFlags of Our Fathers (2006) — Pauline HarnoisThe Frighteners (1996) — DeputyThe L Word (2004) — Clea MasonYellowjackets (2021) — Shauna SadeckiSeeking a Friend for the End of the World (2012) — Karen AmalfiHeavenly Creatures (1994) — Pauline ParkerCoyote Ugly (2000) — GloriaSweet Home Alabama (2002) — Lurlynn