Zoë Lund was an American actress who is best known for Ms. 45, Special Effects, and Bad Lieutenant. Born on February 9, 1962, in New York City, she was also a composer, musician, and political activist.
Personal and Family Life
Born as Zoë Tamerlis to a Swedish mother and a Romanian father, Lund had a unique upbringing in New York City. She was married to Robert Lund from October 31, 1986, until her passing in 1999. Throughout her life, she was known for her natural brunette hair and deep husky New York City accent.
Career Highlights
Lund gained fame for her striking role as Thana in the film Ms. 45 (1981). She also impressed audiences in Special Effects (1984) by playing a dual role. A talented writer and activist, she was an advocate for heroin use and wrote numerous essays and scripts. Lund even co-wrote and acted in Bad Lieutenant (1992), showcasing her multifaceted talents.
Death and Legacy
Zoë Lund passed away on April 16, 1999, in Paris, due to drug-related lung and heart failure. She was only 37 years old at the time of her death. Despite her struggles, her work continues to influence and resonate within the film community, and she is remembered for her bold performances and outspoken views.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Ms. 45 | 1981-04-24 | Thana |
| Special Effects | 1984-11-16 | Andrea Wilcox / Elaine Bernstein |
| Hand Gun | 1994-10-01 | Zelda |
| Exquisite Corpses | 1989-03-23 | Belinda Maloney |
| Hot Ticket | 1993-01-28 | |
| Zoe XO | 2004-04-20 | Herself |
| Zoe Rising | 2014-01-23 | Herself |
| The Houseguest | 1989-01-01 | Marla |
| The Self-Destruction of Gia | 2003-05-07 | Herself |
| Terror in the Aisles | 1984-10-26 | Thana (archive footage) (uncredited) |
| Bad Lieutenant | 1992-11-20 | Zoe |
| Heavy Petting | 1989-09-22 | Self |
| Times Square | 1980-10-17 | Sleez Girl (uncredited) |
| Miami Vice | 1984-09-16 | |
| Hothouse | 1988-06-30 | Chickie |