Trace Lysette
Biography
Trace Lysette is an American actress. She is known for her work in various productions, including Amazon's series Transparent and the feature film Hustlers. She has also appeared in the Netflix documentary Disclosure. Additionally, Lysette has guest-starred in other shows such as Midnight Texas, Pose, Drunk History, and David Makes Man. She is a product of the New York City house and ball culture scene and has been a voice for trans and other marginalized individuals in Hollywood and beyond. Lysette has been involved in the entertainment industry, with 23 known credits to her name. She was born in Lexington, Kentucky, USA, and is female.
Career overview
Trace Lysette is an American actress known for her work in various film and television productions. She has appeared in a recurring role as Shea in the Amazon series Transparent, and also played the role of Tracey in the feature film Hustlers. Additionally, she has featured in the Netflix documentary Disclosure as herself.
Lysette has also guest starred in other productions, including Midnight Texas, Pose, Drunk History, and David Makes Man. Her acting credits span multiple genres and platforms, showcasing her versatility as an actress.
As an actress, Lysette has accumulated a significant number of credits, with 23 known credits to her name. Her work has been recognized in various contexts, including her involvement in the New York City house and ball culture scene. This experience has informed her advocacy for trans and marginalized individuals in the entertainment industry.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
26 titles- Night After Night (2026) as Therese
- A Deeper Love: The Story of Miss Peppermint (2025) as Self
- Dope Queens (2025) as Angel
- Monica (2023) as Monica
- Monica (2023) Executive Producer
- Quantum Leap (2022) as Kate
- Q-Force (2021) as Toluca Lake (voice)
- Venus as a Boy (2021) as Hendrix
- Trans in Trumpland (2021) Executive Producer
- Disclosure (2020) as Self - Actress / Producer
- The Kelly Clarkson Show (2019) as Self
- Hustlers (2019) as Tracey
- David Makes Man (2019) as Femi
- Transparent: Musicale Finale (2019) as Shea
- POSE (2018) as Tess
- POSE (2018) as Clothing Store Saleswoman
- The Advocate Celebrates 50 Years: A Long Road to Freedom (2018) as Self
- Coffee House Chronicles: The Movie (2016) as Rachel
- Blunt Talk (2015) as Gisele
- I Am Cait (2015) as Self
- Transparent (2014) as Shea
- Coffee House Chronicles (2014) as Rachel
- Drunk History (2013) as Elizabeth Eden
- Drunk History (2013) as Sylvia Rivera
- RuPaul's Drag Race (2009) as Self
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999) as Lila
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Trace Lysette best known for?
Trace Lysette is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Night After Night (2026), Quantum Leap (2022), Disclosure (2020), The Kelly Clarkson Show (2019).
When and where was Trace Lysette born?
Trace Lysette was born on October 2, 1987 in Lexington, Kentucky, USA.
How many credits does Trace Lysette have?
Trace Lysette has accumulated over 26 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1999 to 2026.
What is Trace Lysette's background in cinema and television?
Trace Lysette is an American actress. She is known for her work in various productions, including Amazon's series Transparent and the feature film Hustlers. She has also appeared in the Netflix documentary Disclosure. Additionally, Lysette has guest-starred in other shows such as Midnight Texas, Pose, Drunk History, an...