The Gladiatrix o Gladiatrices were women who fought as gladiators in the Roman Empire.

They fought like gladiators to win money and freedom, while others did it for prestige or because they liked that lifestyle.

In general, Gladiatrices were seen as a form of entertainment and not a threat to the social or political order of the Roman Empire.

Although some may have been very brave and skilled, more often than not they were considered inferior to male gladiators and were paid less.