Tricia Helfer Catches Some Summer Sun In New Photos

Tricia Helfer soaks up the sun with a feline friend.

By Charlene Badasie | Updated

Model-turned-actress Tricia Helfer is taking some time for herself this summer. However, her cat may have other plans. The 49-year-old recently shared a few snaps of her attempt at relaxation while her furry friend insisted on interrupting. “Trying to relax for 10min after a long day of mowing Dad’s farmyard, and it goes something like this,” she wrote in the Instagram caption.

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In a series of images, Tricia Helfer is seen wearing a white tank top, blue shorts, and sunglasses. But the star of the photos is the brown and white cat that starts by perching on her lap. The fur baby eventually ends up on the actress’ head. “What a sweetie,” one person wrote in the comments, referring to the cat. Others shared the sentiment, posting heart and cat emojis.

Credit: Tricia Helfer’s Instagram

Tricia Helfer previously celebrated the warmer weather in May, delighting her Instagram followers with a captivating snapshot. The photo showcased the actress enjoying a blissful pool day, exuding confidence in her sleek black two-piece swimsuit. “Pool season has started! A little R&R after transplanting 15 plants all afternoon. Four left to do and another four to buy,” she wrote in the caption.

Tricia Helfer embarked on a successful career as a model before transitioning to acting. Her breakthrough role came in 2004 when she portrayed the seductive and enigmatic Cylon model known as Number Six in the critically acclaimed sci-fi series Battlestar Galactica. Her portrayal of the character earned her widespread recognition and established her as a prominent figure in the genre.

Following her success in Battlestar Galactica, Tricia Helfer continued to showcase her versatility as an actress in various television shows and movies. She appeared in popular series like Lucifer, where she played Charlotte Richards / Mom / Shirley Monroe. She also appeared in Van Helsing, where she portrayed the vampire Dracula/Olivia. She also made guest appearances in Suits and The Firm.

Tricia Helfer’s latest acting gig was a role in the drama series Step Up. The show, which premiered on YouTube Red in 2018, is based on the popular film series of the same name. Despite being canceled after its second season, the show found a new home on Starz, which picked it up for further episodes. The series was created by Holly Sorensen, with Channing Tatum and Jenna Dewan producing.

Tricia Helfer

Beyond her acting career, Tricia Helfer is known for her activism and philanthropy. She has been involved in various charitable causes. Along with her former Battlestar Galactica co-star Katee Sackhoff, Helfer co-founded Acting Outlaws. The digital platform serves as a means to collect donations for multiple causes and charity events.

Tricia Helfer is also an animal rights activist, addressing issues like the 2010 oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. In 2014, the actress took part in a PETA video campaign, advocating for the well-being of cats and encouraging owners to keep their pets indoors. Her commitment to philanthropy and raising awareness demonstrates her desire to make a positive impact beyond her acting career.