Emilia Clarke, born Emilia Isobel Euphemia Rose Clarke on October 23, 1986, in London, England, is an English actress renowned for her portrayal of Daenerys Targaryen in the hit HBO series “Game of Thrones.”
Early Life and Career
Clarke’s passion for acting ignited at a young age when she attended a performance of “Show Boat” with her father, a theater sound engineer. She pursued her dream by studying at the Drama Centre London, graduating in 2009. Her breakthrough role came in 2011 when she was cast as Daenerys Targaryen in “Game of Thrones,” a role that catapulted her to international fame.
Notable Roles and Accolades
- Daenerys Targaryen in Game of Thrones: This iconic role earned Clarke four Primetime Emmy Award nominations and solidified her status as a leading actress.
- Sarah Connor in Terminator Genisys: She took on the role of the iconic character in this 2015 sci-fi action film.
- Qi’ra in Solo: A Star Wars Story: Clarke played the cunning crime boss in this 2018 Star Wars spin-off.
- Other notable roles: She has also starred in romantic dramas like “Me Before You” (2016) and “Last Christmas” (2019).
