Who does Jill Wagner play in Special Ops: Lioness? Character explored in depth

Jill Wagner is a part of the CIA (Image via Paramount+)
Jill Wagner is a part of the CIA (Image via Paramount+)

American actress, model, and television personality Jill Wagner joins the cast of Special Ops: Lioness. She has hosted ABC's Wipeout and has become more known as an actress. Acclaimed writer Taylor Sheridan created the series and recently introduced Jill in this new role.

In the series, Jill Wagner plays Bobby, an important member of Joe's team. Bobby is an aggressive woman who serves as a QRF operator, providing ground support for the Lioness. Bobby has quickly become a fan favorite in Special Ops: Lioness. Special Ops: Lioness is loosely based on a real US military program.

The film follows Joe (Saldaña) as she struggles to find balance in her personal and professional life while being a key component in the CIA's efforts to combat terrorism. Kaitlyn Meade (Kidman) and Donald Westfield (Kelly) of the Lioness program recruit a tough Marine Raider named Cruz (De Oliveira) to work undercover with Joe to stop state-sponsored terrorism and prevent the next 9/11.


Who is Bobby in Special Ops: Lioness?

Bobby as a skilled markswoman (Image via Paramount+)
Bobby as a skilled markswoman (Image via Paramount+)

Paramount+'s Special Ops: Lioness is an action thriller series about Joe, the station chief of the Lioness program, who is training Cruz, a new female Marine officer. As the story unfolds, Cruz meets Joe's team, including Bobby, who quickly becomes a supportive figure for her.

Bobby is introduced in the premiere episode "Sacrificial Soldiers." She appears during a failed mission in Syria that results in the death of one of Joe's field agents. Later, when Cruz joins the team, Bobby is formally introduced. She leads the Lioness program's Quick Reaction Force (QRF), which operates under the CIA. Bobby is portrayed as a skilled markswoman and also as the voice of reason in a team dominated by men, with the exception of Joe and Cruz.

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How is Jill fit for the character of Bobby in Special Ops: Lioness?

Jill Wagner as Bobby (Image via Paramount+)
Jill Wagner as Bobby (Image via Paramount+)

Wagner plays Bobby in Special Ops: Lioness. Her new role demands so much of her that the actress has undergone intense training to meet the challenges. She captures the energy of the MC, showing Bobby as a tough, strong, and loyal team member of the Lioness.

Bobby's straightforward attitude and dependability are key qualities that make her a respected member of her unit. The series will explore Bobby's background, which is expected to be as exciting and powerful as her character in the story.

Jill has worked hard to connect with her character and has often worked with the show's creator to bring Bobby to life.

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Everything to know about the actress Jill Wagner

Wagner was born in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. After completing her education, she moved to California to pursue an entertainment career. In 2003, she joined the cast of MTV's Punk'd, appearing in several sketches. The following year, Wagner was ranked 90th on the Maxim Hot 100 Women of 2004. She appeared on the July 2006 front magazine cover of American FHM magazine.

In 2006, she starred in the Spike TV series Blade: The Series as Krista Starr. She has also co-hosted the show Inside the Vault on WGN America. Wagner has guest starred in many television series, including Quintuplets and Bones. Her film credits include Junebug (2005) and the 2008 horror film Splinter.

In March 2008, it was announced that she would host the ABC game show Wipeout, which premiered on 24 June 2008. In June 2011, she made a guest appearance on MTV's Teen Wolf. Since then, she has made many on-screen appearances.

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Both seasons of Special Ops: Lioness is now available for fans to stream on Paramount+.

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