Vanessa Kirby is a renowned English actress, boasting an impressive repertoire in both the stage and screen. For a significant period of time, from 2016 to 2018, she brought to life the captivating character of Princess Margaret in the highly acclaimed Netflix series, The Crown, created by Peter Morgan. This portrayal earned her widespread recognition and a prestigious award, the BAFTA Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role in a Television Series, in 2018.
Kirby's remarkable talent has also been showcased in various other notable projects. She starred as the enigmatic Estella in the BBC adaptation of the timeless classic, Great Expectations. Her performance in Richard Curtis' romantic comedy, About Time, as the charming Joanna, further demonstrated her versatility as an actress.
Moreover, Kirby has made a lasting impact in the world of stage acting, garnering widespread acclaim and awards for her work in productions such as Streetcar Named Desire, alongside Ben Foster, which successfully transferred to New York. Her exceptional talent has been acknowledged by Variety, who hailed her as "the outstanding stage actress of her generation, capable of the most unexpected choices" in 2016.
Following her success in the action-packed Mission: Impossible - Fallout, Kirby took on a leading role in another high-stakes action blockbuster, Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw, in 2019. Her impressive range and dedication to her craft have solidified her position as a talented and sought-after actress in the entertainment industry.