Long before she became the fierce shieldmaiden Lagertha in Vikings, Katheryn Winnick was mastering real-life combat. Born in Toronto to Ukrainian parents, she earned her first black belt in Taekwondo at just 13 and opened three martial arts schools by the age of 21. Few know she trained actors in self-defense before she ever faced a camera. #fblifestyle #actress #KatherynWinnick | Scrolls of the Ages

Katheryn Winnick is a Canadian actress best known for playing Lagertha in the series Vikings, admired for her fierce presence and powerful acting. Born in Toronto on December 17, 1977, she trained in martial arts from a young age and holds multiple black belts, even running her own schools before acting. Her strong talent and versatility led to roles in Big Sky, Wu Assassins, and films like The Marksman, making her a respected and influential star in Hollywood. | Lens of the Long Ago