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Rebecca Romijn

Rebecca Romijn is an American actress and former model.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Rebecca Romijn is an American actress and former model, best known for playing Mystique in the original X-Men film trilogy and for her television roles in Ugly Betty and Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. She was born on November 6, 1972, in Berkeley, California, and began her career as a model before transitioning into acting.

Early life and career

Romijn was born in Berkeley, California, and worked as a model before becoming an actress. Sources describe her as a former model who transitioned into film and television acting in the late 1990s.

Acting roles

Her most prominent screen role was Mystique in the X-Men films, and she also appeared in other films such as Femme Fatale and The Punisher. On television, she played Alexis Meade in Ugly Betty and later appeared in Star Trek productions.

Personal life

Romijn was married to actor John Stamos from 1998 to 2005 and married actor Jerry O'Connell in 2007. She has twin daughters with O'Connell.

Key facts

  • Rebecca Romijn is an American actress and former model, born November 6, 1972, in Berkeley, California.
  • She is best known for playing Mystique in the X-Men film trilogy.
  • Her television roles include Alexis Meade in Ugly Betty and a role in Star Trek: Strange New Worlds.
  • She was married to John Stamos (1998–2005) and has been married to Jerry O'Connell since 2007.
  • She has twin daughters with Jerry O'Connell.
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Canadian context

Rebecca Romijn is relevant to Canadian audiences through her long-running mainstream film and television work, especially her roles in major Hollywood franchises and genre television that have had broad distribution in Canada.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Rebecca Romijn?
Rebecca Romijn is an American actress and former model, best known for playing Mystique in the X-Men films.
How old is Rebecca Romijn?
She was born on November 6, 1972, which makes her 53 years old as of 2026.
What is Rebecca Romijn known for?
She is best known for portraying Mystique in the X-Men film series and for her television roles in Ugly Betty and Star Trek: Strange New Worlds.
Who is Rebecca Romijn married to?
Rebecca Romijn is married to actor Jerry O'Connell; they married in 2007. She was previously married to John Stamos.
What movies has Rebecca Romijn been in?
Selected films include X-Men, X2, X-Men: The Last Stand, Femme Fatale, The Punisher, Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me, Rollerball, S1m0ne, and Godsend.
Is Rebecca Romijn a model?
Yes. She is described as a former model and later became an actress.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rebecca_Romijn
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, occupation, acting credits, and general biography.
  2. TV Insider — https://www.tvinsider.com/people/rebecca-romijn/
    Supports: Birth date, age, birthplace, spouses, and occupation.
  3. Notable Biographies — https://www.notablebiographies.com/newsmakers2/2007-Pu-Z/Romijn-Rebecca.html
    Supports: Marriage history and selected filmography.
  4. Us Weekly — https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrities/rebecca-romijn/
    Supports: Modeling background, marriage to Jerry O'Connell, and earlier marriage to John Stamos.
  5. Memory Alpha — https://memory-alpha.fandom.com/wiki/Rebecca_Romijn
    Supports: Star Trek roles and identification as actress and former model.
  6. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0005381/
    Supports: Modeling background and film credits.