Claire Forlani, a talented British actress, was born in the United Kingdom and spent her childhood in London. She received her education at the prestigious Arts Educational School before making the bold decision to relocate to the United States with her parents, Pier Luigi and Barbara Forlani, at the tender age of 19.
As a young adult, Claire began to make a name for herself in the film industry, landing leading roles in a string of successful movies. Her notable film credits include Meet Joe Black (1998),Basquiat (1996),The Rock (1996),Mystery Men (1999),Mallrats (1995),Antitrust (2001),Boys and Girls (2000),The Medallion, Hallam Foe (2007),Flashbacks of a Fool (2008),and Green Street Hooligans (2005).
In addition to her extensive filmography, Claire has also made a significant impact on the small screen. She has appeared in several television shows, including the Sky International series Domina, which explores the ancient Roman Empire. Her other television credits include Departure, Camelot (2011),playing the role of Queen Igraine, The Pentagon Papers (2003),Nightmares & Dreamscapes: From the Stories of Stephen King (2006),and recurring roles on NCIS: Los Angeles (2009) and CSI: NY (2004).
Claire has also lent her talents to several high-profile advertising campaigns, working with esteemed brands such as Dewars, L'Oréal, Banana Republic, Shiseido, and Dior.
In her personal life, Claire tied the knot with actor Dougray Scott in 2007 and welcomed their son, Milo Thomas Scott, on December 27, 2014.