Vanessa Kirby is a multifaceted English actress who has made a significant impact in the world of stage, television, and film.
From 2016 to 2018, Kirby took on the esteemed role of Princess Margaret in Peter Morgan's highly acclaimed Netflix series, The Crown, earning her the prestigious BAFTA Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role in a Television Series in 2018.
In addition to her television work, Kirby has also made notable appearances on the big screen, starring as Estella in the BBC adaptation of Great Expectations, Joanna in Richard Curtis' romantic comedy About Time, and Mission: Impossible - Fallout in 2018.
However, it is her stage work that has garnered her the most recognition and accolades, with numerous productions showcasing her exceptional talent, including a transfer to New York of Streetcar Named Desire alongside Ben Foster. In 2016, Variety magazine dubbed her "the outstanding stage actress of her generation, capable of the most unexpected choices," a testament to her remarkable range and versatility.
Following her role in Mission: Impossible - Fallout, Kirby went on to have a leading role in another high-octane action blockbuster, Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw, in 2019.