Velasca
Melinda Clarke played the Amazon Velasca in season two of Xena: Warrior Princess. However, it turns out that Clarke was originally considered for the role of Xena but dropped out. Interesting choice on her part!
Introduction
Renee O’Connor was first introduced to Xena executive producers Rob Tapert and Sam Raimi after she played Deianeira in their television movie, Hercules and the Lost Kingdom. For the now 47-year-old, that role opened the door for her to play the legendary Gabrielle in Xena: Warrior Princess.