It’s not easy being a woman and an evil overlord. If you’re going to break the laws of physics and carry out heinous acts, you’re going to need a shady wardrobe. And you don’t just go into Mordor. That’s why the list of the world’s most excellent female villains is the best place to start a terrible new fashion trend.
Our love of all things enigmatic and sinister is what prompted us to reach into our collective back pocket and bring you our list of the world’s most excellent female villains. But, of course, the only thing more terrifying than a woman with a $US6 million ($A6.28m) diamond ring on her left hand is when there’s an entire slate of them running around bashing heads in with mallets made from their enemies’ skulls.
Here’s our list of the world’s worst female villains, and maybe you’ll discover your new favorite fashion trend.
1. Miranda Frost
Miranda Frost is a fictitious Special Task Force member of the Secret Intelligence Service (SIS/MI6), but her actual allegiance is to the legendary diamond dealer Gustav Graves. Rosamund Pike, a British actress who first appeared in the 2002 James Bond film Die Another Day and is also included in the companion novel, plays a responsive character and Bond girl. Raymond Benson wrote the screenplay.
| Miranda Frost | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Miranda Frost |
| Alias(es) | Miss Frost |
| Age | Approximately 29 years old |
| Born | March 7, 1973, London, England |
| Hair | Blonde, long |
| Eyes | Blue |
| Height | 1.83 meters |
| Weight | 57 kilograms |
| Nationality | British |
| Occupation | Intelligence operative, Assistant of Gustav Graves, Publicist |
| Affiliation | British Secret Service, Graves Corporation |
| Status | Deceased; stabbed in the chest by Giacinta Johnson |
| Role | Bond girl, Double Agent |
| Portrayed by | Rosamund Pike |
| Significant Act | Sent Bond’s true identity to Zao, leading to Bond’s imprisonment Helped Bond keep incognito Betrayed Bond |
| Skills | Fencing, Mastery of firearms, Deception and manipulation |
2. Madison Lee
Demi Moore played Madison Lee in the 2003 film Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle as the main antagonist. She’s a former Angel with plans to sell critical information to criminal organizations.
| Madison Lee | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Madison Lee |
| Alias | Madison |
| Origin | Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle |
| Occupation | Former Angel |
| Powers / Skills | Very high intelligence, Marksmanship, Combat proficiency |
| Crimes | Conspiracy, Terrorism, Sabotage, Murder |
| Type of Villain | Traitorous Femme Fatale |
| Portrayed by | Demi Moore |
| Physical Description | Tall, athletic build; Long dark hair |
| Notable Inventions | Molar mic (internal communication device) |
| Weapon of Choice | Gold plated Desert Eagle pistols |
| Specialties | Athlete, gymnast |
| Respected Angels | Acknowledged the current Angels’ fighting skills |
| Difference | “In my day, we used guns” |
| Plan | Obtain HALO rings containing information on Witness Protection Program |
| Defeat | Fell through the floor of an abandoned theater and killed in a gas explosion caused by her own gun during a final fight with the Angels |
3. Kathryn Merteuil
Kathryn Merteuil is a fictional character portrayed by Sarah Michelle Gellar and Amy Adams in Cruel Intentions and Cruel Intentions 2. Kathryn is the series’ major antagonist and is based on the Marquise Isabelle de Merteuil from Pierre Choderlos de Laclos’ 1782 novel Les Liaisons dangereuses.
| Kathryn Merteuil | Information |
|---|---|
| Character | Kathryn Merteuil |
| Portrayed by | Sarah Michelle Gellar (1999), Amy Adams (2001) |
| First appearance | Cruel Intentions |
| Last appearance | Cruel Intentions 2 |
| Created by | Character: Pierre Choderlos de Laclos, Developed for film: Roger Kumble |
| Gender | Female |
| Occupation | High school student (at Manchester Prep; departed) |
| Family | Unnamed father, Tiffany Merteuil (mother), Edward Valmont (stepfather), Sebastian Valmont (maternal stepbrother; deceased) |
| Relatives | Cassidy Merteuil (cousin) |
| Religion | None (Atheism), Christian (only publicly) |
| Residence | Upper East Side, Manhattan, New York |
| Addiction | Cocaine (hidden in rosary) |
| Manipulative Behavior | Uses and destroys people for amusement |
| Disguise | Presents as a deeply religious model student |
| Hidden Nature | Addicted to cocaine, suffers from bulimia |
| Personality Traits | Sociopathic, callous, manipulative, narcissistic |
| Superiority Complex | Demonstrates a strong sense of superiority |
| Love Interest | Ambiguous relationship with step-brother Sebastian |
| Characterization | Archetypal “ice princess,” opulent and cold |
| Fashion Style | Often wears black, gray, and icy blue |
| Antagonistic Role | Primary antagonist of the series |
| Fall from Grace | Reputation ruined by exposure of manipulations |
| Prequel Inconsistencies | Inconsistencies in prequel regarding backstory and behavior |
| Jealousy | Jealous of step-brother Sebastian’s achievements |
| Manipulative Allies | Enlists the help of Danielle to manipulate Sebastian |
| Heartbreak | Heartbroken after Sebastian’s love for Danielle is unreciprocated |
| Alliance | Forms an alliance with Sebastian for manipulation purposes |
| Methadone Clinic | Referred to as a patient in a methadone clinic in the third film |
| Pop Culture Influence | Portrayal parodied in “Not Another Teen Movie” |
4. Queen Ravenna
Queen Ravenna is the antagonist in Snow White and the Huntsman (2012) and The Huntsman: Winter’s War (2016) fantasy action-adventure films. Freya and Finn, a hunter, are her siblings.
| Queen Ravenna | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Princess Ravonna Lexus Renslayer |
| First Appearance | Avengers #23 (December 1965) |
| Alter Ego | Ravonna Lexus Renslayer |
| Partnerships | Kang the Conqueror, Kid Immortus |
| Notable Aliases | Kang-Nebula, Nebula, Terminatrix, Hecate, Temptress, Rebecca Tourminet |
| Abilities | Gifted intellect, superhuman durability, formidable combatant, mastery of futuristic technology |
| Portrayed by | Gugu Mbatha-Raw in Loki (MCU) |
| Moon Knight | Ravonna becomes an incarnation of Moon Knight |
| Other Appearances | The Simpsons short film The Good, the Bart, and the Loki, Lego Marvel Super Heroes 2 |
5. Jennifer Check
Jennifer Check is the main antagonist in Jennifer’s Body, a 2009 horror film. Jennifer Check was a high school student who became a Succubus after being accidentally sacrificed by Low Shoulder. She enticed the male students on the school campus to consume her to sustain her life and power.
| Jennifer Check | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Jennifer Check |
| Film Title | Jennifer’s Body |
| Directed by | Karyn Kusama |
| Written by | Diablo Cody |
| Produced by | Daniel Dubiecki, Mason Novick, Jason Reitman |
| Starring | Megan Fox, Amanda Seyfried, Johnny Simmons, J. K. Simmons, Amy Sedaris, Adam Brody |
| Cinematography | M. David Mullen |
| Edited by | Plummy Tucker |
| Music by | Stephen Barton, Theodore Shapiro |
| Production Companies | Fox Atomic, Dune Entertainment |
| Distributed by | 20th Century Fox |
| Release Dates | September 10, 2009 (TIFF), September 18, 2009 (United States) |
| Running Time | 102 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Budget | $16 million |
| Box Office | $31.6 million |
| Genre | Horror comedy |
| Plot | A demonically possessed high school student kills her male classmates and devours their flesh to survive, while her childhood friend tries to stop her killing spree. |
| Critical Reception | Mixed reviews, praised for dialogue, emotional resonance, and performances; criticized for narrative and uneven tone. |
| Cult Classic Status | Regarded as a feminist cult classic, gaining popularity in the wake of the #MeToo Movement. |
| Additional Information | Explores themes of female empowerment, complex relationships between best friends, and the horrors of adolescence. |
| Graphic Novel Tie-In | Boom! Studios released a Jennifer’s Body graphic novel in August 2009. |
6. Blair Waldorf
Blair Cornelia Waldorf is a crucial character in the Gossip Girl series, first featured in the novels and then starred in the television adaptation; she also appeared in the manga adaptation. According to creator Cecily von Ziegesar, she is a New York City social media site and outrageous comic, featuring both an arrogant and compassionate side. Because of her status as the queen bee of Manhattan. Blair’s social life and her activities and relationships are constantly scrutinized by the enigmatic Gossip Girl, a famous blogger.
| Blair Waldorf | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Blair Cornelia Waldorf Bass |
| Alias | B, Queen B |
| Title | Blair, Princess of Monaco (during her marriage to Louis) |
| Family | Harold and Eleanor Waldorf (parents) |
| Spouse | Charles “Chuck” Bass (husband) |
| Children | Henry Bass (son, with Chuck; flash-forward) |
| Religion | Protestant |
| Alma Mater | New York University |
| Description | Blair Waldorf is a New York City socialite known for her extreme personality, combining snobbishness and sensitivity. As the queen bee of Manhattan’s social scene, her actions and relationships are constantly observed by the mysterious Gossip Girl. Blair is a complex character driven by family, romance, and ambition. She has been compared to iconic figures like Becky Sharp and Lizzie Eustace. Known for her fashion sense, Blair’s love life has garnered real-life attention. |
7. Artemisia
Artemisia is the primary antagonist in the 2014 film 300: Rise Of An Empire. She was the Persian Navy’s vicious and brutal leader, and she fought the Greek fleet alongside the 300 Spartans stationed at Thermopile’s bottom. She is devoted to Xerxes and appears to be advising him to go to war with the Greeks, but she also has emotions for her Greek counterpart Themistocles, which led to them being forbidden from fighting each other. Her persona is inspired by a real-life historical figure of the same name.
| Artemisia | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Artemisia Gentileschi |
| Birthdate | July 8, 1593 |
| Birthplace | Rome, Papal States |
| Nationality | Italian |
| Known For | Accomplished Baroque painter |
| Style | Baroque, influenced by Caravaggio |
8. The Baroness
The Baron is a fictitious character that first appeared in Marvel Comics’ GI Joe: A Real American Hero comic book series in June 1982. The Baron is a villain related to King Cobra from Team GI Joe. Baroness is Commander Cobra’s intelligence officer and lieutenant. Baroness is a seductive black woman with long hair, black-rimmed spectacles, and leather attire. Her beauty is equal to her cruelty. She is frequently shown to be having an affair with Destro.
She was the first character to transition from comic book to animated series and then to the toy line. In the 1984 series, she made her action figure debut, wearing a new costume that was eventually translated back to the comics and cartoons. In the 2009 film GI Joe: The Rise of Cobra, actor Sienna Miller plays the character; in the 2021 film Snake Eyes, she is played by Ursula Corberó.
| The Baroness | Information |
|---|---|
| Character | Baroness |
| First appearance | 1982 |
| Affiliation | Cobra |
| Primary MOS | Intelligence |
| Secondary MOS | Fixed-wing pilot |
| Romantic Involvement | Destro |
| Portrayed by | Sienna Miller (2009 film) Úrsula Corberó (2021 film) |
| Background | Spoiled offspring of European aristocrats |
| Training | Spy and saboteur at an exclusive facility |
| Expertise | Cryptography, psychological warfare, bio-chemical skin-irritants |
| Plastic Surgery | Extensive procedures after severe burns |
| Weapon Proficiency | M-16, AK-47, RPG7, Uzi |
| Vehicle Proficiency | Helicopters, various fixed-wing aircraft |
| Action Figure | Released in 1984 with trademark black leather outfit |
| Notable Appearances | Operation: Lady Doomsday, The M.A.S.S. Device, Cobra Civil War |
9. Catwoman
Catwoman (Vietnamese: Miao Nu), often known as The Cat, is a fictional character in the DC Comics series, appearing in Batman Season Spring 1940. Her real name is Selina Kyle (at the same time as Joker). Bob Kane and Bill Finger created Catwoman after being inspired by Kane’s cousin Ruth Steel and actress Jean Harlow. Catwoman is a well-known anti-hero who is both Batman’s lover and rival.
| Catwoman | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Catwoman |
| Publisher | DC Comics |
| First appearance | Batman #1 (spring 1940) |
| Created by | Bill Finger, Bob Kane |
| Alter ego | Selina Kyle |
| Partnerships | Batman, Holly Robinson, Slam Bradley |
| Notable aliases | The Cat, Selina Calabrese, Irena Dubrovna |
| Abilities | Expert burglar, Master martial artist and hand-to-hand combatant, Skilled gymnast and acrobat, Utilizing whips, sharp retractable claws, and climbing pitons |
| Character Background | Catwoman is a fictional character created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane who appears in American comic books published by DC Comics. She is one of Batman’s most notable enemies and an enduring love interest. Initially depicted as a supervillain, she later became an antiheroine with a complex love-hate relationship with Batman. Catwoman is the alter ego of Selina Kyle, a skilled burglar known for her tight, one-piece outfit and bullwhip weapon. She has appeared in various media adaptations and is ranked among the top comic book villains and heroes of all time. Catwoman’s character was inspired by actresses Jean Harlow and Hedy Lamarr, and she was designed as a friendly foe and a romantic interest for Batman. |
10. Santánico Pandemonium
Dusk Till Dawn‘s main enemy, Santánico Pandemónium (sometimes written Santanico Pandemonium), is a 1996 crime action thriller. Titty Twister, a tiny hole-in-the-wall saloon and strip just across the Mexican border where crime brothers Seth and Richie Gecko eloped with a family of captives, is her major draw. She is the vampire queen who has taken up residence in Titty Twister. Santanico is introduced to her captive, drawn audience as a prestigious and highly arousing exotic dancer. Still, she and Titty Twister’s elegant patrons are revealed to be a group of vampires. With her, a terrible dragon, enormous and aggressive.
| Sant nico Pandemonium | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Santánico Pandemonium |
| Directed by | Gilberto Martínez Solares |
| Written by | Jorge Barragán, Adolfo Martínez Solares, Gilberto Martínez Solares |
| Starring | Delia Magaña, Enrique Rocha, Cecilia Pezet |
| Music by | Gustavo César Carrión |
| Release Date | 26 June 1975 |
| Running Time | 87 minutes |
| Country | Mexico |
| Language | Spanish |
| Film Genre | Nunsploitation horror |
| Character Inspiration | Salma Hayek’s character Santanico Pandemonium in From Dusk Till Dawn |
| Filming Locations | Tepoztlán, Morelos and Morelia, Michoacán, Mexico |
| Premiere Date | 26 June 1975 (La sexorcista) |
| Home Video Release Date | 24 October 1987 (Satanic Pandemonium: The Sexorcist) |
| Score Composer | Gustavo César Carrión |
| Film Style | Delirious amalgam of Satan, witch hunter horror, and nunsploitation |
11. Sabine Moreau
In Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol, Sabine Moreau plays a villain. Léa Seydoux portrays her. A French assassin who only takes diamonds as payment. When she takes nuclear launch codes in return for diamonds, she is responsible for the assassination of Mission Impossible Agent Trevor Hanaway. Her personality is cryptic, chilly, defiant, deceptive, clever, arrogant, bloodthirsty, cruel, manipulative, ruthless, and intellectual, and she is extremely vicious and ruthless.
12. Elektra Vavra King
Elektra Vavra King, along with Renard, is one of the two main antagonists in the 1999 James Bond film The World is Not Enough. She is a wealthy oil heiress kidnapped by Renard, but she and her father end up as his accomplices after understanding her father’s betrayal when he refuses to pay her ransom. Following M’s instructions, she became increasingly disgusted and cynical, determined to avenge those who had harmed her.
| Elektra Vavra King | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Elektra Vavra King |
| Portrayed by | Sophie Marceau |
| Film | The World Is Not Enough (1999) |
| Parentage | Daughter of Scottish oil magnate Sir Robert King and his Azerbaijani wife |
| Kidnapping Incident | Abducted as a teenager by Victor “Renard” Zokas, a terrorist and former KGB agent |
| Stockholm Syndrome | Developed a bond with Renard during her captivity, potentially suffering from Stockholm syndrome |
| Extortion Scheme | Joined Renard in an extortion scheme, mutilating her own ear to send as a message to her father |
| Oil Pipeline Plot | Planned to blow up her family’s oil pipeline as part of an elaborate plan to steal her father’s fortune |
| Relationship with Bond | Briefly became lovers with Bond, later kidnapped him along with M and Christmas Jones |
| Confrontation with Bond | Mortally wounded Bond’s ally Valentin Zukovsky, tortured Bond with a garrote |
| Fatal Outcome | Shot and killed by Bond after taunting him and ordering Renard to fire a nuclear missile |
| Award Nomination | Nominated for Best Actress at the 2000 Empire Awards |
| Exotic Costume Design | Adorned in luxurious textiles to highlight her exoticism |
| Femme Fatale Traits | Displayed characteristics of a femme fatale through clothing, quest for power, and sexual manipulation |
| Complex Character | A damaged and complex woman driven by a desire to redeem her mother’s name and cultural heritage |
| Mastermind of Operation | The true mastermind behind the operation, overshadowing Renard’s role |
13. Xenia Onatopp
Famke Janssen plays Xenia Zaragevna Onatopp, a fictional character, and a Bond girl in the James Bond film GoldenEye. She works for renegade MI6 agent Alec Trevelyan as a fighter pilot and assassin who smashes her enemies with her thighs (Sean Bean).
| Xenia Onatopp | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Xenia Zaragevna Onatopp |
| Portrayed by | Famke Janssen (1995) |
| First appearance | GoldenEye (1995) |
| Voiced by | Jenya Lano (GoldenEye: Rogue Agent) |
| Gender | Female |
| Affiliation | ex-Soviet Air Force, Janus |
| Classification | Bond girl / Henchwoman |
| Birthplace | Georgian Soviet Socialist Republic |
| Occupation | Fighter pilot, assassin |
| Notable Skills | Crushing enemies with her thighs, espionage |
| Allegiance | Alec Trevelyan, Dr. Julius No |
| Video Game Appearances | GoldenEye 007, Nightfire, GoldenEye: Rogue Agent, GoldenEye remake |
| Memorable Moments | Crushing enemies with her thighs, helicopter hijacking |
| Critical Reception | Hypersexualized archetype, femme fatale, parody of feminism |
| Recognition | Top Bond Girl in various lists |
14. Catherine Tramell
Catherine Tramell is a fictional character who appears in the 1992 film Basic Instinct and its sequel Basic Instinct 2 as the main antagonist (2006). In both films, Sharon Stone portrays Catherine Tramell, a character developed by writer Joe Eszterhas. Catherine Tramell is a serial killer and the love interest of detective Nick Curran in Paul Verhoeven’s Basic Instinct; in Basic Instinct 2, she is paired with similarly unstable British psychologist Michael Glass.
| Catherine Tramell | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Catherine Tramell |
| Fictional Work | Basic Instinct |
| Portrayed By | Sharon Stone |
| Created by | Joe Eszterhas |
| Occupation | Writer |
| Specialties | Seduction and manipulation of her victims |
| First Appearance | Basic Instinct (1992) |
| Last Appearance | Basic Instinct 2 (2006) |
| Description | Serial killer |
| Romantic Interest | Decadent detective Nick Curran |
| Notable Quote | “The best kind of revenge is revenge on someone who thinks they’ve beaten you.” |
| Critic Reviews | Described as a mix between a classic femme fatale and a new psychopathic killer, one of the most sinister characters ever created, comparable to Hannibal Lecter. |
15. Poison Ivy
Poison Ivy, whose real name is Pamela Isley, is a fictional villain in the DC Comics series. The character was first introduced in Batman #181 in June 1966 by Robert Kanigher and Sheldon Moldoff. A dangerous plant is commonly known as poison ivy. She is well-known as one of Batman’s most fervent foes.
| Poison Ivy | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Poison Ivy |
| Publisher | DC Comics |
| First Appearance | Batman #181 (June 1966) |
| Created by | Robert Kanigher (writer), Carmine Infantino (artist) |
| Alter Ego | Pamela Lillian Isley |
| Species | Metahuman |
| Place of Origin | Gotham City / Seattle |
| Partnerships | Harley Quinn, Catwoman |
| Notable Aliases | Dr. Pamela Lillian Isley, Lillian Rose, Dr. Paula Irving, Penelope Ivy, Poison Ice, Dr. Green, Guardian of the Green, Queen Ivy, Ivy |
| Abilities | Poisonous touch, enhanced physical abilities, supernatural control over plant life, genius-level intellect, expert seductress, decelerated aging |
| Depiction | Typically drawn barefoot in a one-piece costume adorned with leaves and vines |
| Media Adaptations | Portrayed by Uma Thurman in Batman & Robin, and voiced by various actresses in animated adaptations |
| Solo Comic Series | Poison Ivy: Cycle of Life and Death (2016), Poison Ivy: Thorns (2021), Poison Ivy (ongoing series, 2022) |
| Origin Story | Gifted powers by the environmental force known as the Green |
| Notable Story Arcs | “Pavane” (Secret Origins, 1988), “No Man’s Land” storyline |
| Connection to Batman | One of Batman’s enduring enemies and a member of his rogues gallery |
| Humanitarian Motive | Seeks to protect and purify Gotham City in her own radical way |
| Friendship with Harley | Best friends and partners-in-crime with Harley Quinn |
16. Emma Frost
Emma Frost is a powerful telepathic mutant who can have her body encased in a diamond-like shell, and she’s one of several characters in the X-Men comics and the Marvel universe who has done so. The evil switches sides and becomes a decent guy. As the White Queen, she has been a member of the Hellfire Club for a long time.
| Emma Frost | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Emma Frost |
| Publisher | Marvel Comics |
| First Appearance | The Uncanny X-Men #129 (January 1980) |
| Created by | Chris Claremont, John Byrne |
| Alter Ego | Emma Grace Frost |
| Species | Human mutant |
| Notable Aliases | White Queen, Black Queen, Black King, Ice Queen |
| Abilities | Telepathic abilities, Shapeshifting into an organic diamond form, Telekinesis, Skilled hand-to-hand combat |
| Marvel’s Femme Fatale | Described as one of Marvel’s most notable and powerful female heroes |
| Evolution as a Character | Transformed from a supervillain and foe of the X-Men to becoming a superhero and leader |
| Appearance in Other Media | Featured in video games, animated television series, and portrayed by Tahyna Tozzi and January Jones |
| Inspiration for the Hellfire Club | Inspired by the character Emma Peel from “The Avengers” portrayed by Diana Rigg |
| Noteworthy Storylines | “The Dark Phoenix Saga,” “Generation X,” “Astonishing X-Men,” and more |
| Background and Family | Born in Boston, Massachusetts, to the wealthy Winston and Hazel Frost, with siblings Christian, Adrienne, and Cordelia |
17. Regina George
The Plastics’ leader is Regina George, and the film and musical Mean Girls’ main adversary. Rachel McAdams plays her in the film, while Taylor Louderman plays her in the musical.
| Regina George | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Regina George Grause |
| Birthdate | February 17, 1991 |
| Birthplace | Chicago, United States |
| Citizenship | Nigerian and American |
| Sport | Athletics |
| Specialization | 400 metres |
| Represented | Nigeria |
| Achievements | Silver medallist at the African Championships (2012) |
| College | University of Arkansas |
| Collegiate Titles | Six 4 × 400 m SEC titles (three indoor, three outdoor) |
| Notable Performances | NCAA 4 × 400 m outdoor title (2013) |
| Personal Bests | 400 m: 50.84s, 200 m: 23.22s (Indoor: 51.05s, 23.00s) |
| Relationship | In a relationship with Inika McPherson |
18. TX
TX (also known as Terminatrix) is the primary antagonist in Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines, the third film in the Terminator franchise and the first in the Rise of the Machines and Salvation Timeline rather than the Mainstream Timeline. She is a formidable gynoid dispatched by Skynet to track down and murder John Connor, the leader of the Human Resistance, and all of his prospective friends, including Katherine Brewster.
| TX | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Texas |
| Nickname | The Lone Star State |
| Motto | Friendship |
| Capital | Austin |
| Largest city | Houston |
| Largest county | Harris |
| Government | Governor: Greg Abbott (R) |
| Legislature | Texas Legislature |
| Judiciary | Supreme Court of Texas (Civil) |
| U.S. senators | John Cornyn (R), Ted Cruz (R) |
| U.S. House delegation | 25 Republicans, 13 Democrats |
| Area | 268,596 sq mi |
| Population | 29,145,505 |
| Density | 114/sq mi |
| Median household income | $66,963 |
| Demonym | Texan |
| Language | English: 64.9% |
| Time zones | Majority of state: Central Time (UTC-06:00) |
| USPS abbreviation | TX |
| ISO 3166 code | US-TX |
| Latitude | 25°50′ N to 36°30′ N |
| Longitude | 93°31′ W to 106°39′ W |
19. Mystique
Mystique (Raven Darkholme) is a mutant who can change into many forms. Mystique is most known as the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants’ second generation, despite having a completely unknown past. Even though the organization disbanded, Mystique remained a dangerous individual when acting alone. Mystique is also the adoptive mother of X-Men Rogue and the biological mother of X-Men Nightcrawler. Mystique is a natural leader with excellent fighting skills, particularly in the employment of contemporary weaponry and technologies. Mystique is one of the earliest Marvel characters to be bisexual while having relationships with men and women (Sabretooth), but her true love is another lady.
| Mystique | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Mystique |
| Publisher | Marvel Comics |
| First appearance | Ms. Marvel #16 (April 1978) |
| Created by | Chris Claremont (writer) and Dave Cockrum (artist) |
| Alter ego | Raven Darkhölme |
| Species | Human mutant |
| Notable aliases | Jean Grey, Professor Charles Xavier, Nick Fury, Storm, Raven Wagner, Leni Zauber, Valerie Cooper, Mallory Brickman, Ronnie Lake, Holt Adler, Surge, Foxx, Amichai Benvenisti, Risty Wilde, Janice Lincoln, William Riva, Victoria Snow, Lonnie Lincoln |
| Abilities | Enhanced strength, speed, stamina, durability, flexibility, agility, and reflexes; Accelerated healing; Slowed aging; Shapeshifting; Skilled martial artist and hand-to-hand combatant; Expert marksman |
20. Number Six
Number Six is a fictitious family from Battlestar Galactica, a reimagined science fiction television series. Tricia Helfer, a Canadian actress, and model play her. She is the sixth of the “Seven Important People” among the twelve known Cylon models. There are various versions of her, including Caprica-Six, Shelly Godfrey, Gina Inviere, Natalie Faust, Lida, Sonja, and the other members of the “Significant Seven.” In addition, she’s the only model who gives each clone a unique human pseudonym.
| Number Six | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Number Six |
| Portrayed by | Tricia Helfer |
| Alias | Caprica-Six, Shelly Godfrey, Gina Inviere, Natalie Faust, Lida, Sonja |
| Cylon Model | Sixth of the “Significant Seven” Cylon models |
| Characteristics | Seductive, statuesque infiltrator capable of adapting to human form and emotions |
| Unique Traits | Retains memories and can be downloaded into another body; mimics human body at the cellular level, making her almost undetectable |
| Hair Color | Mostly platinum-blonde, but some versions have honey-blonde or black hair |
| Significant Role | Involved in an affair with Dr. Gaius Baltar, instrumental in the Cylon attack on the Twelve Colonies |
| Personality | Individualistic, susceptible to human emotions, dislikes being treated as expendable |
| Leitmotif | Recognizable 8-note motif composed by Richard Gibbs |
| Relationships | Involved in a ménage à trois with Baltar and Biers; pregnant with Colonel Saul Tigh’s child |
| Transformation | Downloaded into a new body, referred to as “Caprica Six” by fellow Cylons |
| Journey and Change | Experiences emotions, questions her actions, advocates for peace with humans, aids in the Cylon occupation of New Caprica |
| Redemption | Develops caring relationship with Colonel Saul Tigh, fights alongside Baltar in defense of Galactica |
| Conclusion | Begins a new life as a farmer with Baltar on Earth |
21. Grendel’s mother
Grendel’s mother, also known as “Hag” in the original Viking Beowulf legend, is one of the three primary adversaries in the Viking saga Beowulf and its various retellings over the years, including the main villain in the capture film 2007 3D motion. She has evolved from a nasty old girl to a seductive obese female (akin to a siren), but her motivations have stayed constant: to avenge her son Grendel’s death at the hands of her son, Beowulf, the Viking hero.
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22. Serleena
Serleena XPath (also known as Serleena) is the primary antagonist in Men in Black II, a sci-fi comedy released in 2002. She is the Kylothian queen, on a quest to find the Light of Zartha to destroy the planets Zartha and Earth.
| 22 Serleena | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Serleena |
| Birthdate | April 17, 1989 |
| Birthplace | Visalia, California, U.S. |
| Alma Mater | Mt. San Antonio College |
| Occupation | Intergalactic Criminal |
| Species | Kylothian |
| Height | 6 feet 3 inches (190 cm) |
| Eye Color | Blue |
| Hair Color | Blonde |
| Abilities | Shape-shifting, superhuman strength |
| Weaknesses | Vulnerable to light and certain gases |
| Nemesis | Agents K and J (Men in Black) |
| Goals | Obtain the Light of Zartha and conquer Earth |
| Film Appearances | “Men in Black II” (2002) |
| Infamy Level | Known throughout the galaxy as a fearsome criminal |
| Previous Crimes | Interstellar smuggling, planetary invasions |
| Motivation | Lust for power and domination |
23. Regina Mills
Regina Mills, popularly known as “The Evil Queen,” is the principal character and main antagonist of ABC’s Once Upon a Time fairy tale television series. She is the primary antagonist in Season 1 and a minor antagonist in Season 2. (along with Captain Hook), one of the main protagonists/sub-anti-heroes in Seasons 3-6, and the main character in the series. Central in season 7. Snow White-crowned her as the Queen of Mercy in the finale.
| Regina Mills | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Regina Mills |
| Birthdate | April 17, 1989 |
| Birthplace | Visalia, California, U.S. |
| Occupation | Queen consort, witch (secretly) |
| Spouse | King |
| Children | Snow White (stepdaughter) |
| Alias | The Evil Queen, Wicked Queen |
| Notable Versions | Disney’s Queen Grimhilde |
| Personality | Beautiful, proud, arrogant |
| Motivation | Desire to be “the fairest in the land” |
| Methods | Witchcraft, manipulation, schemes |
| Magic Mirror | Source of validation and information |
| Fate | Grotesquely executed in the traditional resolution |
| Character Development | Sympathetic portrayals, antihero or tragic hero |
| Retellings | Variations showing moral conflict or madness |
| Lesson | Warns against narcissism, pride, and hubris |
24. Amanda Woodward
Heather Locklear portrays Amanda Woodward, a fictitious character on the television show Melrose Place. The character was added to the show to boost its ratings, which worked. Amanda made a cameo in The CW’s 2009 remake, but her presence wasn’t enough to save the show from cancellation.
| Amanda Woodward | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Amanda Woodward |
| Franchise Character | Beverly Hills, 90210 franchise character |
| Portrayed by | Heather Locklear |
| Duration | 1993–2010 |
| First appearance | Melrose Place: January 27, 1993 (episode 1.21: “Picture Imperfect”) |
| Last appearance | Melrose Place (2009): April 13, 2010 (episode 1.18: “Wilshire”) |
| Occupation | Partner and President of WPK Former: Owner and President of AWA (Amanda Woodward Advertising) President of D&D Advertising Stockholder in D&D Advertising Vice-President of D&D Advertising Owner of Melrose Place Complex Art Director of D&D Advertising |
| Parents | Palmer Woodward (father) Hillary Michaels (mother) |
| Siblings | David Michaels (younger maternal half-brother) |
| Spouses | Jack Parezi (1991–95) Peter Burns (1996–97, 1999–?) Kyle McBride (1998, 1998–99) Rory Blake (1998) |
| Children | Unnamed child with Billy (miscarriage) Unnamed child with Kyle (miscarriage) |
| Additional Information | – Fictional character in the Beverly Hills, 90210 franchise |
25. O-Ren Ishii
In Tarantino’s Kill Bill series, O-Ren Ishii is the main antagonist. In Kill Bill Vol. 1 as the main enemy and as a postmortem villain in Kill Bill Vol. 2. She is the ultimate head of the Tokyo Yakuza and one of The Bride’s greatest opponents. In addition, she is a member of the Deadly Assassins Squad (DeVAS).
| O Ren Ishii | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | O-Ren Ishii |
| Alias | Cottonmouth, Queen of Tokyo’s Underworld |
| Age | 29 |
| Occupation | Assassin |
| Affiliation | Deadly Viper Assassination Squad, Crazy 88 |
| Residence | Tokyo, Japan |
| Portrayer | Lucy Liu |
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| Last | Template:Ch |
| Summary | O-Ren Ishii, also known as Cottonmouth and the Queen of Tokyo’s Underworld, was a highly skilled assassin affiliated with the Deadly Viper Assassination Squad and the Crazy 88. She rose to power as the leader of the Yakuza in Tokyo, ruling over the city’s criminal underworld. O-Ren’s expertise in swordsmanship and strategic leadership made her a formidable figure. She was portrayed by Lucy Liu in the film “Kill Bill.” |
26. Queen Akasha
The primary antagonist in Anne Rice’s The Vampire Chronicles novel series and the 2002 film adaption Queen of the Damned is Queen Akasha, also known simply as Akasha. Because she is the first vampire to be born, she is the repressive queen of vampires. According to the Chronicles of Vampire novels, Akasha is one of two ancient vampires who have gone missing, along with her husband and king, Enkil, both of whom are known as the Must-Knows.
| Queen Akasha | Information |
|---|---|
| Name | Queen Akasha |
| Occupation | Queen of the Damned |
| Film | Queen of the Damned |
| Directed by | Michael Rymer |
| Screenplay by | Scott Abbott, Michael Petroni |
| Based on | The Queen of the Damned by Anne Rice |
| Starring | Stuart Townsend, Aaliyah, Marguerite Moreau, Vincent Pérez, Lena Olin |
| Cinematography | Ian Baker |
| Edited by | Dany Cooper |
| Music by | Richard Gibbs, Jonathan Davis |
| Production Companies | Village Roadshow Pictures, NPV Entertainment, Material Productions |
| Distributed by | Warner Bros. Pictures |
| Release Dates | February 22, 2002 (United States), April 4, 2002 (Australia) |
| Running Time | 101 minutes |
| Countries | Australia, United States |
| Language | English |
| Budget | $35 million |
| Box Office | $45.4 million |
| Background | Queen Akasha is the first vampire, awakened by Lestat with his music. |
| Portrayed by | Aaliyah (in her final film role) |
| Plot Involvement | Queen Akasha seeks Lestat’s companionship and later proclaims him her new king. |
| Critical Reception | The film received mostly negative reviews from critics. |
| Legacy | Queen of the Damned is dedicated to Aaliyah, who tragically died in a plane crash after completing filming. |
27. Cersei Lannister
Queen Cersei Lannister is a primary antagonist in A Song of Ice and Fire and the television series Game of Thrones. She is the Queen of the Seven Kingdoms at the start of the series. She was Lord Tywin Lannister’s daughter, Ser Jaime Lannister’s twin sister and lover, and Tyrion Lannister’s sister and arch-enemy. She was the wife of King Robert I Baratheon and the mother of incestuous children Joffrey, Myrcella, and Tommen. She is also a bitter rival of House Stark, particularly Arya, Ned, and Sansa Stark.
| Cersei Lannister | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Cersei Lannister |
| A Song of Ice and Fire character Game of Thrones character | A Song of Ice and Fire character Game of Thrones character |
| Portrayed by | Lena Headey |
| First appearance | Literature: A Game of Thrones |
| Last appearance | Television: “The Iron Throne” |
| Created by | George R. R. Martin |
| Adapted by | D.B. Weiss & David Benioff (Game of Thrones) |
| Gender | Female |
| Title | Queen Consort (to Robert I) |
| Family | House Lannister |
| Spouse | Robert Baratheon |
| Significant others | Jaime Lannister |
| Children | with Jaime: Joffrey Baratheon |
| Relatives | Tywin Lannister (father) |
| Age | 37 years old (TV series) |
| Characteristics | Lust for power |
| Prominence | Complex and captivating character |
| Other Names | Queen of the Seven Kingdoms |
28. Elsa Schneider
Dr. Elsa Schneider is the second villain in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, the third installment of the Indiana Jones series, released in 1989. She’s an Austrian art professor who wants to find the Holy Grail, and she, like Walter Donovan, keeps her Nazi ties hidden. Elsa is a nasty and conflicted woman, unlike Marion Ravenwood and Willie Scott, Jones’ former love interests from prior escapades. Throughout the film, she has seduced Jones, first Henry, then Indiana. Elsa was also a close friend of Indiana Jones, both the first and last.
| Elsa Schneider | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Elsa Schneider |
| Gender | Female |
| Nationality | Austrian |
| Profession(s) | Art Historian, Nazi Agent |
| Allegiance(s) | Nazis |
| Character Description | Austrian art historian and former Olympic swimmer. Recruited by the Nazis to find the Holy Grail for Adolf Hitler’s immortality. Involved in schemes to extract information and betrayed colleagues. Obsessed with acquiring the Holy Grail for herself. Known for her seduction of Professor Henry Jones Sr. and her ultimate demise due to her greed and betrayal. |
29. Elle Driver
Elle Driver, popularly known as California Mountain Snake, is a well-known actress, are the primary antagonist in Vol. 1 and the minor antagonist in Vol. 2. Along with Vernita Green, O-Ren, and O-Ren, she is an arrogant and vicious swordswoman loyal to Bill and a member of Bill’s elite assassins squad, the Deadly Assassins Squad. Beatrix Kiddo, alias Black Mamba and The Bride, Ishii, Budd, and the film’s protagonist, Beatrix Kiddo, Black Mamba and The Bride.
30. Marisa Coulter
Marisa Coulter appears in Philip Pullman’s trilogy, His Dark Material, as a recurring villain. Mrs. Coulter is a chilly and sophisticated villain who initially debuted in her first novel, Northern Lights, known as Mrs. Coulter throughout the series. In her third work, The Amber Spyglass, her character endures various alterations before rehabilitating.
| Marisa Coulter | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Marisa Coulter |
| First appearance | Northern Lights |
| Last appearance | La Belle Sauvage |
| Created by | Philip Pullman |
| Portrayed by | Nicole Kidman (film), Ruth Wilson (TV series) |
| Voiced by | Erin Mathews (video game) |
| Family | Madame Delamare (mother), Marcel Delamare (brother) |
| Spouse | Mr Edward Coulter (husband; deceased) |
| Former Lover | Lord Asriel (father of Lyra Belacqua) |
| Children | Lyra Belacqua (daughter) |
| Age | 35 through the main trilogy |
| Description | Beautiful and young with sleek black hair |
| Academic Work | ‘The Bronze Clocks of Benin’ |
| Personality | Elegant, cool-minded sophisticate |
| Traits | Calculating, power-hungry, ruthless |
| Political Connections | Highly placed and trusted in the Church’s hierarchy |
| Manipulation | Orchestrates Iorek Byrnison’s exile and power play |
| Maternal Instincts | Rescues Lyra, prioritizing her safety |
| Loyalties | Betrays the Church to save Lyra |
| Sacrifice | Gives up her life to safeguard her daughter |
| Daemon | Golden monkey named Ozymandias |
| Relationship | Reconciles with Lord Asriel, defeating Metatron |
31. Victoria Grayson
The main antagonist of the ABC series Revenge is Victoria Harper (previously Victoria Grayson). She is the Grayson family’s most powerful matriarch, and she would go to any length to safeguard her social rank and guarantee that her offspring achieve their maximum potential. She is also Conrad Grayson’s ex-wife, and she had a love relationship with David Clarke before accusing him of terrorism while pregnant with their daughter.
| Victoria Grayson | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Victoria Grayson |
| Portrayed by | Madeleine Stowe |
| First Appearance | “Pilot” (episode 1.01) |
| Last Appearance | “Two Graves” (4.23) |
| Created by | Mike Kelley |
| Alias | Victoria Eleanor Harper (maiden name) |
| Gender | Female |
| Occupation | First Lady of New York, Charity Volunteer, Housewife, Socialite |
| Family | Marion Harper (mother, deceased), Maxwell (father, deceased) |
| Spouse | Conrad Grayson (divorced) |
| Children | Patrick Osbourne (son), Daniel Grayson (son, deceased), Charlotte Clarke (daughter) |
| Nationality | American |
| Born | June 11, 1958 (deceased) |
| Residence | Grayson Manor, Southampton, New York |
| Net Worth | $3.9 billion |
| Notable Accomplishments | Golden Globe Award nominee for Best Actress – Television Series Drama |
| Personality | Cold, ruthless manipulator and murderer |
| Background | Raised by a penniless mother, involved in an incestuous relationship, faced hardships |
| Motivation | Protecting social status, wealth, and power |
| Infamous Actions | Framed David Clarke for a terrorist attack, orchestrated his imprisonment |
| Revenge Scheme | Targeted by David Clarke’s daughter, Emily Thorne, in a scheme to ruin her life |
| Manipulative Tactics | Deception, blackmail, manipulation to achieve goals |
| Notable Relationships | Conrad Grayson (estranged husband), Lydia Davis (former best friend and affair partner) |
32. Milady de Winter
Milady de Winter (together with Captain Rochefort) is a secondary villain in the 2011 film adaption of The Three Musketeers. She is Athos’s sweetheart, and she assists the Musketeers on a mission in Venice, but she betrays them to Cardinal Richelieu, with whom she is genuinely working.
| Milady de Winter | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Milady de Winter |
| First Appearance | The Three Musketeers |
| Created by | Alexandre Dumas, père |
| Gender | Female |
| Occupation | Spy |
| Nationality | French |
| Age | Approximately 22 years old |
| Description | Tall, fair-haired, and uncommonly beautiful |
| Personality | Diabolically cunning, manipulative, ruthless, and cruel |
| Alias | Known by numerous aliases to conceal her identity |
| Femme Fatale | Classic example of a femme fatale |
| Relationship | Wife of Athos, one of the three musketeers |
| Background | Convicted criminal, escaped from a scandalous past |
| Abilities | Capable and intelligent French spy |
| Appearance | Described as appearing demonic and frighteningly ugly |
| Fate | Captured, tried, and beheaded for her crimes |
| Sequel | In the sequel Twenty Years After, her son Mordaunt continues the role of antagonist |
33. Katinka Ingaborgovinanana
Katinka Ingaborgovinanana is the second villain of Zoolander and its sequel Zoolander 2.
| Katinka Ingaborgovinanana | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Katinka Ingabogovinanana |
| Alias | Alexanya Atoz |
| Gender | Female |
| Occupation | Right-Hand, Owner of House of ATOZ |
| Role | Secondary Antagonist in Zoolander, True Main Antagonist in Zoolander 2 |
| Affiliation | Henchwoman of Jacobim Mugatu |
| Characteristics | Tough, Chief Henchwoman, Aiding Jacobim Mugatu |
| Films | Zoolander, Zoolander 2 |
| Portrayer | Milla Jovovich (Zoolander), Kristen Wiig (Zoolander 2) |
| Involvement | Plot to brainwash a model for political assassination |
| Notable Scene | Disguised as a nurse at Mugatu’s headquarters, conditioning Derek for assassination |
| Foiled Plan | Attempted assassination during a fashion show with a programmed trigger |
| Romantic Involvement | Romantically involved with Mugatu as his girlfriend/accomplice |
| Fate | Arrested, possibly along with Evil DJ and other fashion designers involved in Mugatu’s plan |
34. Irina Komarov
In the film A Good Day to Die Hard, released in 2013, Irina Komarov played a secondary antagonist. She is Yuri Komarov’s daughter and second-in-command.
| Irina Komarov | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Irina Komarov |
| Gender | Female |
| Eye color | Green |
| Hair color | Black |
| Born | 1983 |
| Died | November 2012 |
| Family | Yuri Komarov (father) |
| Weapon(s) owned | Heckler & Koch MP5K-PDW submachine gun with silencer |
| Affiliation | Yuri Komarov |
| First appearance | A Good Day to Die Hard |
| Last appearance | A Good Day to Die Hard |
| Cause | Helicopter crash and explosion |
| Portrayer | Yuliya Snigir |
35. Alex Forrest
In the 1987 live-action film Fatal Attraction, Alexandra “Alex” Forrest was the primary antagonist. Glenn Close, who previously portrayed Marquise de Merteuil in Dangerous Liaisons, Cruella De Vil in the 1996 live-action production of 101 Dalmatians, and Dr. Caroline Caldwell in The Girl With All the Gifts, plays her.
| Alex Forrest | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Alex Forrest |
| Birthdate | March 19, 1947 |
| Birthplace | Greenwich, Connecticut, U.S. |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years Active | 1974–present |
| Spouses | Cabot Wade (m. 1969; div. 1971) James Marlas (m. 1984; div. 1987) David Shaw (m. 2006; div. 2015) |
| Partner(s) | Len Cariou (1979–1983) John Starke (1987–1991) Steve Beers (1995–1999) |
| Children | Annie Starke |
| Parent | William Close (father) |
| Tony Awards | 3 |
| Emmy Awards | 3 |
| Golden Globe Awards | 3 |
| Academy Award Nominations | 8 |
| American Theater Hall of Fame Induction | 2016 |
| Time 100 | Named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine (2019) |
| Broadway Career | Tony Award-winning performances in “The Real Thing” (1983), “Death and the Maiden” (1992), and “Sunset Boulevard” (1995) Hosted the Tony Awards in 1992 and 1995 |
| Film Career | Notable roles in “Fatal Attraction” (1987), “Dangerous Liaisons” (1988), “The Wife” (2017), and “Hillbilly Elegy” (2020) |
| Television Career | Primetime Emmy Award for “Serving in Silence: The Margarethe Cammermeyer Story” (1995) Golden Globe Award for “The Lion in Winter” (2003) Starred in “Damages” (2007-2012) as Patty Hewes |
| Family Background | Born to socialite Elizabeth Mary Hester “Bettine” (Moore) and William Taliaferro Close Descendant of Marjorie Post and distantly related to Princess Diana and Clint Eastwood |
| Early Life and Education | Studied theater and anthropology at the College of William & Mary Honorary doctorate from William & Mary in 1989 |
| Humanitarian Work | Advocate for various causes, including mental health |
| Stage and Film Debut | Stage debut in “Love for Love” (1974)< |
36. Harley Quinn
Harley Quinn is a fictional character and appears in the DC Comics universe, and she is a foe of Batman. In September 1992, the character was first seen in Batman’s animated series The Animated Series, developed by Paul Dini and Bruce Timm. Harley Quinn made her first appearance in DC Comics’ The Batman Adventures #12 (September 1993). Calliope Jones, played by actress Arleen Sorkin in the TV series Days of Our Lives, was the inspiration for Harley Quinn’s appearance and voice. Harleen Quinzel’s real name is Harleen Quinzel, and the moniker “Harley Quinn” is a pun on the name “Harlequin,” a type of character frequently seen in masked plays in Europe. dell’arte).
| Harley Quinn | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Harley Quinn |
| Publisher | DC Comics |
| First Appearance | Batman: The Animated Series “Joker’s Favor” |
| Created by | Paul Dini (writer), Bruce Timm (artist) |
| Alter Ego | Harleen Frances Quinzel |
| Place of Origin | Brooklyn / Gotham City |
| Partnerships | Joker, Poison Ivy, Catwoman, Bud and Lou, Batman |
| Notable Aliases | Dr. Harleen Quinzel, Holly Chance, Dr. Jessica Seaborn |
| Abilities | Genius-level intellect, Enhanced strength and agility, Toxic immunity, Expert in gymnastics and hand-to-hand combat |
| Pet Hyenas | Bud and Lou |
| Voice Actresses | Arleen Sorkin, Tara Strong, Margot Robbie, Kaley Cuoco |
| Live-Action Portrayals | Margot Robbie, Kaley Cuoco |
| Popular Comics | Batman: Harley Quinn, Gotham City Sirens, Harley Quinn (ongoing series) |
| Popularity | One of DC Comics’ most popular characters |
| Recognized as | Fourth pillar of DC Comics’ publishing line |
37. Helen Sharp
Along with her adversary Madeline Ashton, Helen Sharp is the second main character villain in the black comedy Death Becomes Her. She’s been Madeline’s love rival since the actress married her first lover after robbing her out of jealousy. However, Madeline persisted in doing so, to Helen’s chagrin.
| Helen Sharp | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Helen Sharp |
| Birthdate | October 29, 1985 |
| Birthplace | Bournemouth, Dorset, United Kingdom |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2008–present |
| Spouse | Joe Fox (married in 2019) |
| Children | 1 |
| Other Names | Janet Montgomery |
| Notable Work | Lead in TV series Salem |
| Alma Mater | Not available (additional information needed) |
38. Amy Dunne
Amy Elliot-Dunne is the main antagonist in David Fincher’s 2012 novel and 2014 film Gone Girl, written by Gillian Flynn. She is a clever, calculating psychopath who devises an elaborate plan to fake her death and forces her husband Nick to kill her as punishment for Nick’s infidelity.
| Amy Dunne | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Amy Dunne |
| Gender | Female |
| Role | Main Protagonist |
| Occupations | Writer |
| Relationships | Nick Dunne (husband) |
| Aka | Nancy (Alias) |
| Status | Alive |
| Actor | Rosamund Pike |
| Book | Gone Girl |
| Nationality | American |
| Age | 38 |
| Birthplace | Carthage, Missouri, United States |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree in Psychology |
| Notable Traits | Manipulative |
| Notable Works | “Amazing Amy” children’s book series |
| Notable Skills | Strong writing and storytelling abilities |
| Notable Behavior | Tendency for vindictive acts and manipulation |
39. Alexis Carrington Colby
Alexis Carrington Colby is a fictitious character in the American television series Dynasty and its remake as the main antagonist. Blake Carrington’s ex-wife conspired to bring him and their children Adam, Amanda, Steven, and Fallon a slew of problems.
| Alexis Morell Carrington | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Alexis Carrington Colby |
| Dynasty Character | Yes |
| Portrayed by | Joan Collins as Alexis Colby |
| Duration | 1981–1989, 1991 |
| First Appearance | “The Testimony” (1981, non-speaking, face unseen) |
| Last Appearance | Dynasty: The Reunion (1991) |
| Created by | Richard and Esther Shapiro |
| Other Names | Alexis Morell Carrington Colby Dexter Rowan |
| Occupation | Socialite, Businesswoman |
| Father | Steven Morell |
| Sisters | Cassandra Morell |
| Spouse | Blake Carrington, Cecil Colby, Dex Dexter, Sean Rowan |
| Children | Adam Carrington, Fallon Carrington, Steven Carrington, Amanda Carrington |
| Grandchildren | L.B. Colby, Lauren Colby, Danny Carrington, Unnamed son of Adam Carrington |
| First Cousins | Rosalind Bedford, Sable Scott Colby, Francesca Scott Colby |
| Backstory | Exiled by Blake after an affair, scheming and conniving personality |
| Notable Relationships | Romantic involvements with various individuals |
| Legacy | Ranked highly among TV Guide’s and Rolling Stone’s lists of greatest villains |
40. Miranda Priestly
Miranda Priestly is the primary antagonist in Lauren Weisberger’s 2003 novel The Devil Wears Prada and the 2006 film adaptation.
| Miranda Priestly | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Miranda Priestly |
| Birthdate | October 25, 1949 |
| Birthplace | London’s East End, United Kingdom |
| Occupation | Editor-in-chief, US Runway |
| Spouse | Hunter Tomlinson (novel), Stephen (film) |
| Children | Twin daughters Cassidy and Caroline |
| First Appearance | The Devil Wears Prada (2003) |
| Last Appearance | Revenge Wears Prada: The Devil Returns (2013) |
| Created by | Lauren Weisberger |
| Portrayed by | Meryl Streep (film) |
| Gender | Female |
| Title | Editor-in-chief, US Runway |
| Notable Traits | Known for her icy demeanor and diva attitude |
| Career | Started as an assistant to a British designer, rose to prominence in London’s fashion world |
| Move to America | Transferred to American Runway by Elias-Clark |
| Fashion Accessory | Often seen wearing a white Hermès scarf |
| Leadership Style | Demanding and known for emotional and psychological abuse |
| Personality Type | ENTJ (Extraverted, Intuitive, Thinking, Judging) |
| Inspirations | Not based directly on Anna Wintour; inspired by men such as Clint Eastwood and Mike Nichols |
| Cultural Impact | Referenced in various media and discussions on female antiheroines |