46 years old (Born on May 16, 1977)
New Zealand actres; She is famous from Heavenly Creatures, Sweet Home Alabama, Two and a Half Men.
Turned down a role in Mansfield Park (1999). Considered one of New Zealand's most internationally successful actors. Received coaching from co-star Sarah Peirse for her role in Heavenly Creatures (1994). Was FilmForce Celeb of the Day on October 18, 2002. Has three younger brothers and one younger sister.Melanie Lynskey's Best Moments
Fun Facts About Melanie Lynskey
Friends with Natasha Lyonne.
Named one of E! Online's "Sizzlin' Sixteen" in 2003.
She had ambitions, prior to Heavenly Creatures (1994), to become a film critic.
Auditioned for roles in The Crucible (1996), Scream (1996/I) and Cousin Bette (1998).
Was the first person to kiss Kate Winslet in a film (Heavenly Creatures (1994)).
Had a production company called Velvet Morning Productions.
Was shortlisted for the role of Valerie Veran in Little Nicky (2000).
She was cast as Pauline Parker in Heavenly Creatures (1994) two weeks before filming began. Co-writer Fran Walsh discovered her at the last minute whilst scouring local high schools for Parker lookalikes.
She attended Victoria University in Wellington, New Zealand.
Frequently works with past co-stars.
She has a dog named Mouse, a chihuahua-dachshund mix.
One of her best friends is Emily Deschanel, sister of Zooey Deschanel.
Is a good friend with Detroit Rock City (1999) co-star Sam Huntington.
Is a vegetarian.
Was at one time slated to appear in an episode of "Angel" (1999), in a role written especially for her by the show's producer, Joss Whedon.