Kristin Laura Kreuk is a Canadian actress. Debuting on teen drama Edgemont, she became most known for her television roles as Lana Lang in the superhero television series Smallville (2001–2011), Catherine Chandler in The CW sci-fi series Beauty & the Beast (2012–2016) and as Joanna Hanley in the CBC legal drama series Burden of Truth (2018–2021). In 2009, she portrayed Chun-Li in the American martial arts film Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun-Li.
Following her success on Smallville, Kreuk continued to captivate audiences as Catherine Chandler in The CW’s sci-fi drama Beauty & the Beast (2012–2016) and later as Joanna Hanley, a lawyer uncovering corporate corruption, in the acclaimed CBC series Burden of Truth (2018–2021).
In addition to her television career, Kreuk ventured into film, starring as Chun-Li in the 2009 action movie Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun-Li.
Known for her versatility and understated on-screen presence, Kristin Kreuk has built a lasting career as one of Canada’s most recognizable and respected television actresses.
