Judith Shekoni has spent more than two decades honing her craft in the entertainment industry. Her illustrious career began with her breakout role in the BBC's esteemed soap opera, EastEnders, back in 1985. This early success paved the way for her to transition into the world of television, where she landed a part in the Hallmark series, The Hidden City, in 2002.
This initial foray into the US market proved to be a springboard for her subsequent appearances on every major American television network. Some of her notable roles include Mike & Molly, a comedy series that aired on CBS and starred the talented Melissa McCarthy, as well as Backstrom, a crime drama that premiered on Fox and featured the versatile Rainn Wilson.
Judith's impressive résumé also includes appearances on popular shows such as NCIS and NCIS: Los Angeles, both of which aired on CBS. She has also made memorable appearances on Brothers & Sisters, a drama series that aired on ABC, and Damages, a critically acclaimed drama that premiered on Fox.
In addition to her work on television, Judith has also made significant contributions to the world of film. Her impressive filmography includes roles in major studio and independent productions, as well as appearances on major streaming networks. One of her most notable film roles was as Zafrina, the leader of the Amazonian Vampires, in The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 2, which was directed by the acclaimed Bill Condon.
Judith has also had the privilege of working with some of the most talented individuals in the industry. One of her most notable collaborations was with Zachary Levi on the NBC series Heroes Reborn, which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2015 and later received a two-hour premiere on NBC-TV.
In the UK, Judith has made appearances on the BBC drama series Ordinary Lies, which was written by the esteemed BAFTA-winning writer Daniel Brocklehurst. She has also had the opportunity to work with some of the most respected actors in the industry, including Donald Sutherland and Ray Winston on the drama series Ice, which aired for two seasons.
Most recently, Judith has returned to the big screen for Disney, where she played the role of Shriek in Maleficient 2, opposite the talented Angelina Jolie. She can currently be seen starring in the Apple TV series Foundation, a highly anticipated drama that is sure to captivate audiences worldwide.
