Biography

Lisa Varga moved from South Bend, Indiana, to LA to pursue an acting and modeling career. After modeling all over the country, Lisa landed acting roles in a number of TV series, from Walker, Texas Ranger (1993) to America's Most Wanted: America Fights Back (1988) and, most recently, Game Time: Tackling the Past (2011) and Homeland (2011). She also had roles in films such as Rudy (1993), Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me (1999), Gold Diggers (2003) (aka "Lady Killers"), Marley & Me (2008), and the starring role in "Deadly Closure" - which changed it's title to Deadly Closure (2010). Lisa won the Best Actress award for her film at the Movieville International Film Festival. In addition to acting, Lisa also writes, produces and performs her own stunts.
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Lisa is well traveled and has a genuine love for people and making new connections. Her passions run deep for family, sports, entertainment and charity. They have all been a constant in her life from a very young age. After helping her brother Shane battle and survive two rounds of Hodgkin's Lymphoma, Lisa co-founded Fight Club for Cancer with him-a non-profit organization geared toward raising awareness and bringing smiles to those battling cancer. Lisa is involved in multiple charities and has dedicated her life to making a difference in the world. Helping others is Lisa's first priority. A career in entertainment, modeling and sports is her reward for hard work and perseverance.

Having landed numerous roles in feature films and TV series, Lisa is certainly no stranger to the camera. The Movieville International Film Festival named her Best Actress for her starring role in the movie Deadly Closure. Lisa can be seen in Marley & Me, The Hunted, Fair Haven, and Crowning Jules as well as on the small screen in hit shows including NBC's Game Time: Tackling the Past and the Emmy award-winning TV series Homeland on Showtime. Lisa plays the title role Alexis in a pilot for the TV series Alexis Ronan. She has also been cast in another pilot-Brent and Lilly-scheduled to film in the summer

Lisa feels most at home as a host. She has a natural way about her that puts guests at ease even before the cameras are rolling. Lisa began her hosting career as a sideline reporter for Friday Night Football. Later, she went on to host the series W - The Women's Show. Lisa is a recurring host on the Home Shopping Network (HSN) and a well-known spokesperson for several infomercials as well as a brand ambassador for multiple products in the heath, beauty, fashion and fitness industries. She has interviewed top athletes and is the creator and host of Beyond The Offseason, a series that showcases athletes in a positive light as they give back to their community in the off-season.

Created and hosted by Lisa Varga, Beyond The Offseason is an inspirational series that shines a positive light on athletes as they give their time and hearts to charity and individuals during their offseason. After helping her brother Shane battle and survive two rounds of Hodgkin's Lymphoma, Lisa was motivated by the support and love she and her brother received from multiple athletes and was driven to create a unique story-telling platform about sports figures who give back and make a difference. The Beyond The Offseason series was born, it grew and now features current athletes-both professional and college-as well as former players, coaches and sports teams from around the country, who are involved in philanthropy
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Lisa Varga moved from South Bend, Indiana, to Los Angeles to pursue an acting and modeling career. After modeling all over the country, Lisa landed acting roles in a number of TV series, and movies. Her most notable acting roles in film and television include: "Homeland" (Showtime), "Game Time: Tackling the Past", (NBC), "Marley and me", (20th Century Fox), and "Armed and Deadly", where Lisa won the best actress award at the Movieville International Film Festival in Sarasota, FL.

Lisa has her own production company, Lisa Varga Entertainment and has created multiple series including "Beyond The Offseason", "The enLIGHTen Project", and "The Comeback". Lisa was also a recurring host on HSN (Home Shopping Network) and is a model and spokesperson for several high end brands.

Lisa is an award winning actress and writer. She is also a dedicated philanthropist.
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Lisa Varga is an award-winning actress, host, producer, and writer. She has created a trusted brand name for herself in film and television, as well as in the health, beauty, and sports world. Ms. Varga has been successful in front of, and behind the camera, and is the CEO and owner of her own production company, Lisa Varga Entertainment.

Her most notable acting roles in film and television include: "Homeland" (Showtime), "Game Time: Tackling the Past", (NBC), "Marley and Me", (20th Century Fox), and was also a recurring host on HSN (Home Shopping Network). After having a successful Hollywood career in film and television, Lisa moved from Los Angeles, back to her hometown of South Bend, Indiana to be closer to her family after her brother was diagnosed with cancer. Her passion for family, community, and storytelling enriched her career path and is the driving force behind her success. Lisa has an extensive background in producing, writing, hosting, and creative development. In her spare time, she also manages her own charitable organizations. Lisa enjoys giving her heart, time, and talents to numerous local, and national charities. She believes in giving back for all the success and blessings she has had over the years.

Lisa co-wrote the screenplay for a feature film project called "Freedom". She has the starring role in the film and is also an executive producer and writer. She also has a new series called The enLIGHTen Project that aired on NBC in August of 2024. It features uplifting stories about people, charities, and causes that impact the world in a positive way. Lisa is the creator, executive producer, and host of a sports series called "Beyond The Offseason" which opened the door for a spin-off series called "The Comeback".
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