Daisy Edgar-Jones, born on May 24, 1998, in Islington, London, is a British actress known for her remarkable performances in television and film. She grew up in Muswell Hill, London, with her Northern Irish mother Wendy, a former drama film editor, and her Scottish father Philip, who is the director of Sky Arts and head of entertainment at Sky.

Her interest in acting began at a young age, and she first acted in a school play in Year 2. She attended The Mount School for Girls and Woodhouse College and was admitted to the National Youth Theatre. She also studied with the Open University.

Her career began with her role as Olivia Marsden in the ITV comedy-drama series "Cold Feet" from 2016 to 2020. She gained significant recognition for her starring role as Marianne in the miniseries "Normal People" in 2020, which earned her nominations for a British Academy Television Award and a Golden Globe Award.

She also appeared in the television series "War of the Worlds" from 2019 to 2021. In 2022, she starred in the horror-thriller film "Fresh," the mystery film "Where the Crawdads Sing," and the crime miniseries "Under the Banner of Heaven," for which she received her second Golden Globe nomination.

She has been in a relationship with actor Tom Varey, whom she met on the set of "Pond Life." Her dedication to her career and her ability to portray complex characters have made her a rising star in the entertainment industry.

Throughout her career, Daisy Edgar-Jones has received numerous accolades for her performances. She was listed on British Vogue's 2020 list of influential women.

Her talent and versatility have earned her roles in various genres, and she continues to captivate audiences with her performances. Her future projects include a leading role in the disaster film "Twisters," set to be released in 2024.