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Patsy Kensit Biography

Birth Name:Patricia Jude Francis Kensit

Birth Place:Hounslow, London, England

Profession Actress, Soundtrack

Fast Facts

  • Studied acting at the Italia Conti Academy located in London
  • Often marries rock singers, as she has been linked to members of Oasis, Simple Minds and The Clash
  • Made her first television appearance at the age of four after landing a national commercial
  • Gained widespread recognition following her appearance in 1989's "Lethal Weapon 2"
  • Her father was an associate of the gangsters, the Kray twins, and once served jail time before Patsy was born
  • Briefly signed with Sony Records in the 1980s while the lead singer of the band, Eighth Wonder
  • Was offered the role of Emily on "Friends" but turned it down

Awards

  • 1980Young Artist Award-Best Juvenile Actress in a Motion Picture: nominated
  • 1992Independent Spirit Award-Best Female Lead: nominated
  • 2004National Television Award-Most Popular Newcomer: nominated
  • 2005British Soap Award-Soap Bitch of the Year: nominated
  • 2006British Soap Award-Soap Bitch of the Year: nominated
  • 2023National Film Award-Best Supporting Actress: nominated