Emilia Clarke

Emilia Isobel Euphemia Rose Clarke, an English actress born on October 23, 1986, is best known for her enchanting portrayal of Daenerys Targaryen in the highly successful HBO fantasy series Game of Thrones. This captivating role earned her four Primetime Emmy Award nominations between 2013 and 2019.

In addition to her iconic performance as Mother of Dragons, Clarke has appeared in a range of other films and television productions. One of her most memorable roles is Sarah Connor in the science fiction film Terminator: Genisys (2015). She also starred in Solo: A Star Wars Story (2018) as Qi'ra, bringing depth to the character amidst the galaxy's vast expanse.

Emilia's repertoire extends beyond the realm of fantasy and science fiction; she has showcased her acting prowess in romantic dramas too. In 2016, she captivated audiences as Louisa Clark in Me Before You, followed by her heartwarming role as Kate in Last Christmas (2019).

Before making waves on the big screen and small, Clarke honed her craft at Drama Centre London. She began her television journey with a guest appearance in the 2009 BBC One medical soap opera Doctors at age 22. Emilia then took Broadway by storm when she made her debut as Holly Golightly in Breakfast at Tiffany's (2013).

Clarke also had the opportunity to grace the West End stage, playing Nina in a production of The Seagull that was unfortunately suspended due to COVID-19 lockdowns. In 2023, she joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe as G'iah in the miniseries Secret Invasion.

Throughout her impressive career, Emilia Clarke has proven herself to be a versatile and talented actress, winning hearts and awards alike with each of her performances.