Heidi Hudson Leick was born in Ohio where she lived for a short period of time before moving to Rochester, New York. It was here where she developed her passion for acting. This led her to the Neighborhood Playhouse Acting School in New York City, which boasts of such alumni as Gregory Peck, Grace Kelly, and Diane Keaton.

Hudson started her career as a model. This enabled her to experience another one of her passions, travel. Despite the many international adventures modeling allowed, Hudson decided to concentrate on an acting career. Her big break came in 1995 when she obtained a starring role in an Arron Spelling production. Hudson really left an impression with this legendary TV producer, and he went on to use her in many of his projects including "Melrose Place."

Hudson is best known for her captivating role on "Xena." Here, her incomparable portal of a Warrior Queen with nothing but revenge on her mind has left a mark on all that have had the pleasure of watching her. Hudson describes this experience as being very therapeutic and relished the opportunity to play such an enraged character. However, don't worry, she has also been known to play an angel on a few occasions. Hudson has also appeared on two of the highest rated TV shows, "Law and Order" and, most recently, "CSI."

When Hudson is not acting or hiking through Napol, she concentrates on her yoga practice. She has helped to launch Healing Heart Yoga Center Inc. It is here where Hudson touches the lives of all that have the privilege of her yoga teachings.



Once read for the role of "Seven of Nine" on "Star Trek: Voyager" (1995). Studied Kung Fu for her role as "Callisto" on "Xena: Warrior Princess" (1995). Good friend of Melinda Clarke.