Lara Croft

Lara Croft is a fictional character, the central protagonist of the popular "Tomb Raider" video game franchise, which began in the mid-1990s. She is depicted as a highly intelligent and athletic archaeologist and adventurer who embarks on perilous missions around the world. Croft is newsworthy due to the upcoming "Tomb Raider" series for Prime Video. Production of the series has been temporarily halted due to an injury sustained by Sophie Turner, the actress portraying Lara Croft. The character's enduring popularity and the high-profile nature of the Prime Video adaptation contribute to her current relevance. Previously, Lara Croft has been portrayed in films by Angelina Jolie and Alicia Vikander.