Daphne Zuniga

Personal Info

Known For

Acting

Known Credits

1.6034

Gender

Female

Birthday

28-Oct-1962

Age

(64 years old)

Place of Birth

San Francisco, California, USA

Also Known As
  • 达芙妮·祖尼加
  • دافنه زونیگا
  • Daphne Eurydice Zuniga

Daphne Zuniga

Biography

Daphne Eurydice Zuniga (born October 28, 1962) is an American actress best known for her roles as Jo Reynolds on Melrose Place, Victoria Davis on One Tree Hill, Lynn Kerr on the drama series Beautiful People, and Princess Vespa in Spaceballs. She made her film debut in the 1982 slasher film The Dorm That Dripped Blood (1982) at the age of 19, followed by a lead role in another slasher film The Initiation (1984) two years later. She went on to star in several comedies, including Rob Reiner's The Sure Thing (1985), opposite John Cusack, and the cult comedies Modern Girls (1986), and Spaceballs (1987). She also starred opposite Lucille Ball in the television drama film Stone Pillow (1986), and in the science-fiction horror sequel The Fly II (1989). She later gained major exposure as a television actress for her role as Jo Reynolds on the Fox primetime soap opera Melrose Place from 1992 to 1996. Other television credits include roles as Victoria Davis on One Tree Hill (2008–2012), and as Lynn Kerr on the drama series Beautiful People.


Credits

A-list A-list (2006) Character: N/A
Darren goes to Hollywood to tackle his dream of becoming an A-list movie star. However, once he gets there his dreams are crushed once he realizes the life of an actor isn't all of the glitz and glamour he had hoped. When Darren is mistaken for Dante, an A-list actor in tinsel town, Darren's world is thrown upside down. With gigs coming in left and right and the paparazzi on his tail, Darren gets his wish, for better or for worse.
Abigail Falls Abigail Falls (2018) Character: Anne
Just out of college, Abbey navigates a relationship with her troubled friend Jude who has recently been diagnosed Bi-Polar. Abbey is thoughtful and guarded while Jude is her opposite, an intoxicating catalyst who lives every day as if it is her last. Friends forever - or at least until the fateful day when they both meet the enigmatic Henry. Set against the cityscape of New York and the rural mountains of North Carolina and shot on an iPhone, the film offers a modern commentary on falling in love through the youthful gaze of the camera that we all carry around in our pockets.
Who's Driving Doug Who's Driving Doug (2016) Character: Alison
A sheltered, intelligent college student Doug changes his life forever when he hires an underachieving driver Scott. In order to escape his oppressively loving mother, Doug agrees to go on a spontaneous road trip with Scott and his college crush Stephanie. At the height of the journey, a tragic series of events tests their bond and opens the road to self-discovery. Drugs, gambling, and romance await the three friends in this coming-of-age drama.
Seducing Charlie Barker Seducing Charlie Barker (2010) Character: Stella
Dark satire of the Manhattan entertainment industry in which a gifted actor (Charlie Barker) begins his fall from grace as he encounters a chameleon-like social climber.
Occupy Alice Occupy Alice (2015) Character: Cindy Lowe
A party girl is forced to change her life when her 13-year-old sister shows up to live with her.
Artificial Lies Artificial Lies (2000) Character: Karen Wettering
Famed psychiatrist and known ladies man Dr. Palmer Harrison is found murdered in his office after the end of the working day. He died with an erection, leaving the police investigators to suspect initially that his sexual partner at the time is the murderer.
...So Goes the Nation ...So Goes the Nation (2006) Character: Self
A look at the role of the Buckeye State in the 2004 Presidential Election.
TED: The Future We Will Create TED: The Future We Will Create (2007) Character: Herself - Host
TED: The future we will create" gives you an all-access pass inside the world of TED to what Wired Magazine refers to as "arguably the hottest gathering around." Every year for four days, an eclectic group of the world's most brilliant minds converge to share big new ideas that will shape our future. For the first time you are invited behind the scenes with actor Daphne Zuniga as she takes you on this amazing journey of discovery, laughter and inspiration that is TED. Take a seat next to the founders of Google or the creator of The Simpsons, and enjoy the same enlightening experience that they paid $4,400 for!
The Road to The Sure Thing The Road to The Sure Thing (2003) Character: N/A
A 26-minute documentary which gives an in-depth overview into the films production. This segment includes soundbytes from most of the cast & crew, as they discuss the script, the casting, and the production.
Secret Lives Secret Lives (2005) Character: Jill Thompson
An art professor is informed that the husband she thought died ten years before has just been murdered. So she starts to research her husband's secret life in search of the reason he disappeared and who might have killed him.
The Eyes of the Panther The Eyes of the Panther (1989) Character: Irene Marlowe
A crusty Old West hermit relates the story of the love of his life, Irene. Before her birth, Irene's family was visited by a mysterious panther, which has followed them through the years, and interferes in the security of her marriage and future.
John Candy: Comic Spirit John Candy: Comic Spirit (2005) Character: Self
A tribute to the late John Candy from the cast of Spaceballs.
The Moof Milkers The Moof Milkers (2026) Character: General Leia Organa
With a packed house, deep-cut fandom energy, and wildly committed performances, the evening turned a familiar script into something fast, chaotic, and genuinely hilarious-a fully unhinged celebration of Star Wars on stage.
Enemies of Laughter Enemies of Laughter (2000) Character: Judy
Nerdy-looking Paul is a neurotic, failed sitcom writer, with a lackluster love life. But his best pal has an idea that might turn things around when he decides to film Paul's life, and turn his romantic disasters into a comedic documentary. When a beautiful young director decides to produce the real-life romantic comedy, Paul realizes that Cupid may be poised with his bow and arrow.
Monkey in the Middle Monkey in the Middle (2014) Character: Olive
Chris has just moved to the East Coast, and already his workaholic father is encouraging him to make new friends. Luckily football (soccer) practice is starting up, and Chris meets a few kids on the team-including his cute neighbor Mara. When Mara invites Chris to help liberate some mistreated animals from the local fair, Chris accepts. They head to the fair that night, but get busted by ringleader Malick, who chases them off the grounds. It isn't until the next morning that Chris realizes Momo, a lovable little monkey, stowed away in his backpack. Not wanting to send Momo back to Malick's greedy clutches, Chris must find a way to keep him out of sight. But handling a monkey does have its perks: Mara is spending a lot of time with Chris, and Momo is even lending Chris a paw on the football field. Chris' summer is bound to have a lot of monkey business, but is it enough to drive him bananas?
It's a Zoo in Here It's a Zoo in Here (2014) Character: Olive
New kid in town Chris has trouble fitting in, until his neighbor tells him she plans to rescue animals from the local circus. After the animals follow them home, they take one in and teach him what being a kid is all about!
When Star Wars Ruled the World When Star Wars Ruled the World (2004) Character: Self
A VH1 television special wherein the cast discuss the making of the films and what made the franchise a phenomenon.
Mail Order Bride Mail Order Bride (2008) Character: Diana McQueen
Diana McQueen notorious con-woman has had enough. She leaves town and her boss, Tom Rourke, behind. She takes the place of her dying friend, who was to become some man's mail-order bride. Can she pull off this last con?
Prey of the Chameleon Prey of the Chameleon (1992) Character: Patricia / Elizabeth Burrows
J.D. returns to his hometown many years after leaving Carrie at the altar. After their unhappy reunion, J.D. heads to California, only to soon fall for a woman he helps with her broken down car. Little does he know that this woman is a serial killer who takes on the identity of each of her victims.
Abducted Love Abducted Love (2016) Character: Anne Bradshaw
When her accountant husband is kidnapped, Anne Bradshaw reluctantly turns to the police for help. She soon finds herself falling in love with the lead detective, and the two must fight their feelings for each other in order to rescue an innocent man.
Ghost Dog: A Detective Tail Ghost Dog: A Detective Tail (2003) Character: Amanda Morton
A loyal police dog's spirit takes control of a criminal's body to search for its killer.
Loss of Faith Loss of Faith (1998) Character: Claire Hainey
A crime novelist searches for a missing baby at his sister's behest and makes painful discoveries about himself along the way.
Miss Representation Miss Representation (2011) Character: Self
The film MISS REPRESENTATION exposes how American youth are being sold the concept that women and girls’ value lies in their youth, beauty and sexuality. Explores the under-representation of women in positions of power and influence in America, and challenges the media's limited portrayal of what it means to be a powerful woman. It’s time to break that cycle of mistruths.
The Dorm That Dripped Blood The Dorm That Dripped Blood (1982) Character: Debbie
A crazed killer stalks college students who gave up their vacation to clean a deserted dormitory.
Beyond Paradise Beyond Paradise (2015) Character: Elana
Haunted by a tragic past, a stunning music student flees her homeland and ends up in an estranged marriage in Los Angeles, where her piano teacher's lover sparks a passion in her that threatens to destroy everything.
Cityscrapes: Los Angeles Cityscrapes: Los Angeles (1996) Character: Chantal
"CITYSCRAPES" takes you on a 24-hour voyeuristic journey through the bedrooms, bathrooms, bars, cars, clubs, restaurants and back alleys of the lives of the young and hip in post modern Los Angeles. Ten intertwined stories follow eighteen main characters as they deal with the twists and turns of everyday life in the mega-metropolis.
Signed, Sealed, Delivered Signed, Sealed, Delivered (2013) Character: Andrea Shmeckle
A mix up on her first day of work sends Shane to the Dead Letter Office, where a group of quirky characters led by Oliver try to deliver the undeliverable. Though Shane wants out of this strange detail, she can't help but get caught up in the story of one misdirected letter mailed by a dying young woman to the man she was falling in love with. As circumstances around the letter get more complicated, Shane and the group break all the rules to see the letter delivered and justice done.
A Remarkable Life A Remarkable Life (2016) Character: Tracy
There are many things in life that could do a number on a man's masculinity. Lenny Babbitt has his identity and manhood challenged when his wife Tracy leaves him for a female doctor named Iris who has been treating their autistic son Isaac. After losing his job, and wife to a woman no less -- Lenny's dad Jack offers him a job at his pawn shop where he must re-examine his identity, manhood and sense of self after meeting Chelsea, a young, free-spirited pistol that lives life on two wheels. In the end, Lenny realizes that there are no absolutes... only one's faith, sense of self and family -- no matter how it's constituted or defined by society.
The Initiation The Initiation (1984) Character: Kelly Fairchild
An amnesiac sorority member who has been plagued by a recurring nightmare is stalked alongside other coeds by a killer in a deserted department store where they are completing a hazing ritual.
Spaceballs Spaceballs (1987) Character: Princess Vespa
When the nefarious Dark Helmet hatches a plan to snatch Princess Vespa and steal her planet's air, space-bum-for-hire Lone Starr and his clueless sidekick fly to the rescue. Along the way, they meet Yogurt, who puts Lone Starr wise to the power of "The Schwartz." Can he master it in time to save the day?
On Strike for Christmas On Strike for Christmas (2010) Character: Joy Robertson
After years of making sure everything is perfect for her family, Joy Robertson is saying “enough,” and decides to go on strike for the Christmas season. If her husband, Stephen, and their kids want to have the perfect holiday, they will just have to organize it themselves.
Spaceballs: The Documentary Spaceballs: The Documentary (2005) Character: Self
The cast and crew of Spaceballs looks back at the making of the movie.
Last Rites Last Rites (1988) Character: Angela
After witnessing her lover being murdered by his jealous wife, Angela seeks refuge in a church where she encounters a young priest named Michael, who gives her sanctuary. But the killing was not a simple act of passion, as the victim had ties to organized crime, and, surprisingly, so does Michael, whose father is a powerful don. When the priest finds himself falling in love with Angela, his religious vows and family ties are both severely tested.
Christmas Do-Over Christmas Do-Over (2006) Character: Jill
Kevin tries to be involved with his son and ex-wife's family for Christmas. During dinner, he thought his Christmas *day* couldn't be more screwed; his son suddenly wishes it was Christmas every day. After that, it was a regular Groundhog's Day. Kevin learns new dance moves and can actually sing. Don't let the caroling fool you.
The Obsession The Obsession (2006) Character: Deborah Matthews
A ballet teacher's obsession with a young student leads him to date the girl's unaware mother in order to get closer to the object of his twisted affection.
Stand-Ins Stand-Ins (1997) Character: Shirley
Six women who came to Hollywood with the dream of becoming famous find themselves working as stand-ins for the glamorous stars of the late 1930s. Gathering for a birthday celebration at their local watering hole, they introduce a new member to the group – instigating a turn of events that will change their lives forever.
The Sure Thing The Sure Thing (1985) Character: Alison Bradbury
Gib, a beer-guzzling slob, and Alison, an uptight Ivy-Leaguer, are an unlikely duo stuck together on a cross-country trip during Christmas break. At first they get on each other's nerves but, as time passes, they find their divergent natures complement each other. Now they need to realize what they've already found before it's too late.
Charlie's Ghost Story Charlie's Ghost Story (1995) Character: Ronda
Charlie is a kid whose archeologist father has made several discoveries while exploring a cave in Colorado. However, Charlie makes a discovery of his own -- the spirit of a long-dead explorer has come back to haunt him until his remains can be recovered and finally buried in a proper place. But Charlie can't manage this task on his own, with his old man being too busy with his work to aide the restless soul. What's a supernaturally-afflicted lad like him to do?
Christmas in Paris Christmas in Paris (2019) Character: Kate
A gorgeous, French multi-millionaire comes to Montana to do a deal and photoshoot with a major cosmetics company and meets the woman of his dreams - the beautiful Art Director on his shoot. When the two jet off to Paris on a whirlwind Christmas adventure, they each think that their happiness could last forever. But in the middle of their magical Parisian getaway, she discovers a secret about him that could push them apart forever.
Modern Girls Modern Girls (1986) Character: Margo
Margo, Kelly, and CeCe have three things in common: they're roommates, they're gorgeous, and they're hooked on the glamour and excitement of L.A.'s rock and roll nightlife. When they get mixed up with a rock star, an arrogant ex-boyfriend, a pseudo-sadist, and the nicest nerd in the City of Angels, it's a full night to say the least!
A Family Thanksgiving A Family Thanksgiving (2010) Character: Claudia
A happily single, self-absorbed, workaholic corporate lawyer is living the high life in New York City until she awakes in alternative reality. Now a wife and stay-at-home mom, Claudia struggles to make sense of her new life.
A Christmas Arrangement A Christmas Arrangement (2018) Character: Blair Covington
Flower shop owner Poppy enters the annual holiday floral show for a chance to win the grand prize but standing in her way of victory is Garrett, the underappreciated protégé of florist extraordinaire, Blair. While Poppy and Garrett’s rivalry heats up on the flower show floor, an undeniable romance begins amidst a whimsical holiday backdrop.
Changing Hearts Changing Hearts (2012) Character: Christina Riley
A modern Prodigal Son story starring Brian McNamara, Daphne Zuniga, and Brad Johnson. James Reed, quite content with his current life, reluctantly returns home to the family business, a sick father, and a brother with whom he's always at odds.
When Duty Calls When Duty Calls (2015) Character: Carol Lawton
When newlyweds, Ellie and Martin, both volunteer at their local police department they find themselves tangled in a criminal case.
Those Left Behind Those Left Behind (2017) Character: Shelly
A family finally comes to terms with the grief over their son's suicide 25 years earlier.
Spaceballs: The Totally Warped Animated Adventures Spaceballs: The Totally Warped Animated Adventures (2008) Character: Princess Vespa
From a galaxy not so far away come these hilarious animated adventures based on Spaceballs — the greatest sci-fi spoof of all time! Join Yogurt, President Skroob, Lone Starr, Barf, Princess Vespa and the dastardly, dorky Dark Helmet for a blast of interstellar insanity. Directed and voiced by comic genius Mel Brooks and featuring voices from the film's original stars Daphne Zuniga and Joan Rivers, Spaceballs: The Totally Warped Animated Adventures! pokes fun at everything under the sun, from pop culture and politics to megahit movies and reality show TV. Set your lasers on STUNingly funny, and may the Schwartz be with you!
Mad at the Moon Mad at the Moon (1992) Character: Young Mrs. Miller
A young woman on the frontier marries a meek farmer who has an annoying habit of going through a rather drastic change every full moon.
Gates of Paradise Gates of Paradise (2019) Character: Nurse Broadfield
Heaven's daughter Annie finds herself orphaned and crippled. Whisked off to Farthinggale Manor by Tony Tatterton, Annie pines for her lost family, especially for her half-brother Luke. Without the warm glow of Luke's love, she is lost in the shadows of despair and forced into submission by nurse Broadfield. When Annie discovers a cottage hidden in Farthinggale's woods, the mystery of her past deepens. Even as she yearns to see Luke again, her hopes and dreams are darkened by the sinister Casteel spell.
Staying Together Staying Together (1989) Character: Beverly Young
After their father abruptly sells the beloved family-owned restaurant that has employed them for years, the charismatic McDermott boys - hot-tempered Brian (Quill), lovelorn Kit (Mulroney) and jokester Duncan (Astin) - find themselves at odds with their parents and each other.
Gross Anatomy Gross Anatomy (1989) Character: Laurie Rorbach
Joe Slovak is a brilliant first-year med student whose casual, nonconforming approach to life gets tested when he enrolls in Gross Anatomy, the toughest course in med school.
The Wrong Babysitter The Wrong Babysitter (2017) Character: Susan Brown
A recent kidnapping has single mom Susan worried about leaving her daughter Christy at home for an out-of-town trip - until neighbor Teri offers to "babysit," looking in on Christy and spending the night. But Susan rushes home when Christy goes missing, under circumstances reminiscent of her police detective husband's death. Susan will have to open the past wound of her husband's death in order to rescue the only family she has left.
Gone Missing Gone Missing (2013) Character: Rene
When best friends, Kaitlin and Maddy, go missing during Spring Break, their mothers do everything they can to find them, while realizing that their different parenting styles may have led to their disappearances.
Quarterback Princess Quarterback Princess (1983) Character: Kim Maida
The Maida family has moved to Oregon, and daughter Tami wants to play quarterback for the high school football team. There's just one problem. She's a girl. With everyone from the coach to her next door neighbor against her, she's out to prove that not only can she can play football, but she can win the state championship. (Based on a true story)
Heaven Heaven (2019) Character: Nurse Broadfield
Heaven Leigh Casteel, gifted and intelligent, is the eldest of five dirt-poor children struggling to survive in a mountain shack. As she endures neglect and abuse, Heaven discovers a dark secret that changes everything she thought she knew about her family. Then tragedy tears her world apart and she must forge her own way in the cruel, unknown world.
The Fly II The Fly II (1989) Character: Beth Logan
Martin Brundle, born of the human/fly, is adopted by his father's place of employment (Bartok Inc.) while the employees simply wait for his mutant chromosomes to come out of their dormant state.
Summer Forever Summer Forever (2015) Character: Sophie
Three best friends make the most of their last summer weekend together before going their separate ways to college.
Vision Quest Vision Quest (1985) Character: Margie Epstein
After deciding he needs to do something meaningful with his life, high school wrestler Louden Swain sets out on a mission to drop weight and challenge the area's undefeated champion, which creates problems with his teammates and health. Matters are complicated further when Louden's father takes in an attractive female drifter who's on her way to San Francisco.
Witness Unprotected Witness Unprotected (2018) Character: Sam
Sam is a divorced freelance photographer who is struggling to put her daughter, Laurie, though college. She takes any job, even the dangerous ones, to keep the paychecks coming. Her latest assignment, given to her by a private investigation firm, goes horribly wrong when Sam suspects the subject of her stakeout may have been the victim of foul play.
Search Engines Search Engines (2016) Character: Kate
During another tumultuous Thanksgiving holiday, one family suffers a tragedy: loss of all cell phone reception throughout the house. The sudden media blackout forces the clan to face all their crises head-on—and uncover a few ugly truths along the way.
Stone Pillow Stone Pillow (1985) Character: Carrie Lang
A homeless woman named Florabelle becomes the unwitting guide to the streets for a New York social worker named Carrie who thinks she has lessons to offer the down-and-out clients she serves at the homeless shelter. Soon, however, Carrie realizes that she's the one who has much to learn.
Eight Hundred Leagues Down the Amazon Eight Hundred Leagues Down the Amazon (1993) Character: Minha
Outlaw Joam Garral makes a clandestine journey down the crocodile and piranha infested Amazon river to attend his daughter's marriage. Not only must he brave the dangers of the Amazonian jungles, but also the bounty hunter hot on his trail.
Heartbeats Heartbeats (2017) Character: Michelle Andrews
When a bubbly American hip hop dancer goes to India with her family for a wedding, she is impressed by a new dance style and falls in love with the man who introduced her to it.



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