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Polly Walker Biography
Birth Name:Polly Alexandra Walker
Birth Place:Warrington, England, United Kingdom
Profession Actress, Soundtrack
Fast Facts
- Married former actor Laurence Penry-Jones
- Studied at the Drama Centre and Royal Shakespeare Company
- Originally wanted to become a dancer before an injury forced her to give up the dream and start pursuing acting
- Trained in ballet with the Rambert School in Twickenham
- Gained widespread attention for her role in 'Patriot Games․"
Awards
- 2003Genie-Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role: nominated
- 2005OFTA Television Award-Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Series: winner
- 2005Satellite Award-Outstanding Actress in a Supporting Role in a Series, Mini-Series or Motion Picture Made for Television: nominated
- 2006Golden Globe-Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series - Drama: nominated
- 2021Actor-Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series: nominated
- 2025Actor-Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series: nominated