Dana Scully is a fictional character from the popular science fiction television series, 'The X-Files'. She is portrayed by actress Gillian Anderson and is an FBI Special Agent. Scully is partnered with Fox Mulder, played by David Duchovny, and together they investigate paranormal cases for the FBI's X-Files division. Scully is known for her scientific skepticism and rational thinking, often providing a counterpoint to Mulder's more outlandish theories.