Since her breakout in the late '90s, Elaine Hendrix has been admired by fans for her versatility in the characters that she played and for fearlessly showing her acting chops across different genres, whether it's comedy or drama.
She is back in the main spotlight recently, thanks to her participation as one of the contestants in the current season of Dancing with the Stars, where she has consistently received high scores across various performances.
You might be in the mood to watch movies and TV shows that Hendrix has starred in. Here is our list of some of her best works so far.
Romy and Michele's High School Reunion
Romy and Michele's High School Reunion follows two dim-witted, inseparable friends who hit the road for their ten-year high school reunion and concoct an elaborate lie about their lives in order to impress their classmates.
Hendrix played the supporting role of Lisa Luder, one of the titular characters' high school classmates who has become an assistant editor at Vogue. While she only appeared in a few scenes, she was still a standout as her character became the catharsis in a key moment that happened in the film.
Where You Can Stream: Hulu
The Parent Trap
The Parent Trap follows identical twins Annie and Hallie, separated at birth and each raised by one of their biological parents, who discover each other for the first time at summer camp and make a plan to bring their wayward parents back together.
Hendrix famously played the role of Meredith Blake, the antagonist of the film. This film is considered her breakthrough role as she became more recognised after its release. Despite being the villain, there are a lot of fans who have also defended Meredith Blake throughout the years.
Where You Can Stream: Disney+
Superstar
Based on a popular Saturday Night Live sketch, Superstar follows a nerdy Catholic schoolgirl, Mary Katherine Gallagher, who dreams of superstardom.
Once again, Hendrix is playing an antagonist character who faces off against the protagonist. Similar to her previous roles, she became a standout because of her pitch-perfect comedic timing and charismatic presence.
Where You Can Stream: Paramount+
Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll
The series follows a middle-aged once once-famous rock singer, who desperately wants his glory days back, finds out he has a talented daughter, who wants to reunite and front his old band, and date his guitar player.
Hendrix played the main role of Ava Delany, the main character's longtime live-in girlfriend. After years of various guest roles on TV and lackluster movie projects, she got an opportunity to play a standout character, and this time around, she is the moral compass of the series.
Where You Can Stream: Hulu
Dynasty
The CW's reboot of Dynasty follows two of America's wealthiest families as they feud for control over their fortune and their children.
Hendrix famously played the role of Alexis Carrington, which was originated by Joan Collins in the original series and is considered one of the most iconic TV characters of all time. She managed to successfully do her own take that stands out individually and does not feel like a copy of the original.
Where You Can Stream: Netflix
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