Vanessa Angel, born Vanessa Madeline Angel on November 10, 1966, in London, England, is a British actress and former model. Discovered as a teenager while modeling in London, she moved to New York at 16 and appeared on covers of Vogue and Cosmopolitan. Transitioning to acting, she debuted in films like Spies Like Us (1985) and gained fame for her role as Lisa in the TV series Weird Science (1994-1998).
She is also recognized for her performance as Claudia in the comedy Kingpin (1996) alongside Woody Harrelson and Bill Murray. Angel has appeared in numerous TV shows including Stargate SG-1 and films such as Superbabies: Baby Geniuses 2. With a career spanning over four decades, she has showcased versatility in comedy and drama.
Married to actor Rick Otto from 1996 to 2019, she has one child and continues occasional acting roles. Her poised presence and modeling background have made her a recognizable figure in entertainment.