Lexi Carrington ◆

The story of Alexis begins long before her first onscreen appearance. As the first wife of oil tycoon Blake Carrington , she was a young socialite who felt neglected while her husband built his empire. After Blake discovered her having an affair, he used his immense power to exile her from Denver , paying her to stay away and effectively cutting her off from her children, Fallon and Steven.

: Over the years, she orchestrated numerous schemes, including taking over ColbyCo Oil to compete directly with Blake and eventually buying the Carrington mansion out from under him. The Reconstructed Icon lexi carrington

: After years of manipulation, her own son, Adam Carrington , pushed her face into a lit fireplace in a fit of rage. The story of Alexis begins long before her

: She returned not just to reunite with her children, but to seek revenge on the husband who cast her out and to challenge his new marriage to Cristal. : Over the years, she orchestrated numerous schemes,

In the modern CW reboot, Alexis's story took a darker, more physical turn:

: This plot point served as a creative way to recast the character . After undergoing facial reconstructive surgery in Europe, Alexis returned to Atlanta with a "new look" (portrayed by Elaine Hendrix) and a fresh set of vendettas. Legacy of the "Anti-Hero"

Alexis Carrington (often referred to as "Lexi" in fan circles or newer contexts) is the legendary antagonist of the television series Dynasty . Her "story" is one of exile, revenge, and a relentless quest to reclaim her place at the top of the social and financial ladder.