About
Kristin Laura Kreuk is a Canadian actress who gained recognition for her roles in television. She is best known for portraying Lana Lang in the superhero series Smallville, which aired from 2001 to 2011. Kreuk also starred as Catherine Chandler in the sci-fi series Beauty & the Beast and as Joanna Hanley in the legal drama Burden of Truth. In addition to her television work, she played Chun-Li in the martial arts film Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun-Li.
Career Timeline
Breakthrough 'Smallville' Role
Lands role as Lana Lang, gaining wide recognition.
'Street Fighter' Film
Stars in 'Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun-Li'.
'Beauty & the Beast' Lead
Plays lead in 'Beauty & the Beast' TV series.
'Burden of Truth' Role
Stars in 'Burden of Truth' legal drama.
NXIVM Controversy
Involvement with NXIVM brings negative attention.
Steady Career
Continues to work in television, maintaining steady career.
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Last updated: February 24, 2026