Yvonne Strahovski — biography, films, roles and trivia

Biography

Yvonne Jacqueline Strzechowski, professionally known as Yvonne Strahovski, is an Australian actress.

She is known for the role of Sarah Walker in the series Chuck (2007–2012), as well as Hannah McKay in the television series Dexter (2012–2013). She currently plays the role of Serena Joy Waterford in the series The Handmaid's Tale. In addition, Strahovski has appeared in several Australian and American films, and also voiced and animated one of the main characters of Mass Effect — Miranda Lawson.

Filmography

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2017 The Handmaid's Tale Serena Joy Waterford

Awards & recognition

7 nominations · 3 Award ceremony

Golden Globe Awards 1 nominations

Best Supporting Actress in a Series, Miniseries, or TV Movie The Handmaid's Tale 2019

Screen Actors Guild Awards 4 nominations

Best Drama Series Ensemble The Handmaid's Tale 2022
Best Drama Series Ensemble The Handmaid's Tale 2020
Best Drama Series Ensemble The Handmaid's Tale 2019

1 more

Best Drama Series Ensemble The Handmaid's Tale 2018

Emmy Awards 2 nominations

Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Series The Handmaid's Tale 2021
Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Series The Handmaid's Tale 2018

Interesting facts

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Yvonne's Polish surname — Strzechowski — was changed to Strahovski by Chuck producer Josh Schwartz for easier pronunciation.
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The character Miranda Lawson from the video games Mass Effect 2 and Mass Effect 3 received her appearance and voice from Yvonne Strahovski.