Celebrity Info
She’s best known for her standout performance as saloon owner Eleanor Guthrie in the Starz series Black Sails, a role that really put her on the map. And, of course, she made quite an impression as Queen Leila in Disney’s 2014 hit Maleficent—talk about a powerful presence on screen. Now, before she became this well-known name in Hollywood, she was building her foundation back in England. She got her start with the National Youth Theatre, which gave her early exposure to the craft. After that, she went on to study at the University of Leeds and later honed her skills at the prestigious Central School of Speech and Drama. But acting wasn’t her first career move—before all the spotlight, she actually worked as a model. Growing up in London, she was raised alongside her two older sisters, shaping the early years of her life in the UK capital. Yeah, looking back, it’s clear that her journey to fame was anything but accidental.
She was fluent in Spanish, and thanks to her language skills, she landed a role in the popular television series El Tiempo entre Costuras, where she appeared in six episodes. Her performance added depth to the storyline, and viewers quickly took notice of her presence. She brought authenticity to the show, blending seamlessly into the Spanish-speaking environment. Over the course of those six episodes, she made a lasting impression, showcasing both her acting talent and linguistic ability. It was clear that she had a strong connection to the culture, which shone through in her portrayal. She truly stood out during her time on the series.
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