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Born: 8 March 1989, Esher, Surrey, England.
Kate Phillips’s journey into the world of acting began after her formal education. She attended the University of Leeds, where she developed her craft before securing a place at the prestigious Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London.
Kate Phillips’s passion for acting was evident from an early age. After completing her studies at Leeds, she returned to the city to perform as Abigail Williams in “The Crucible” at the West Yorkshire Playhouse. This was a pivotal moment in her career, as she had already filmed her scenes for the BBC’s adaptation of “Wolf Hall” as Jane Seymour, a role offered to her while she was still at Guildhall.
Kate Phillips’s portrayal of Jane Seymour in “Wolf Hall” (2015) brought her widespread recognition. Her performance was met with critical acclaim, even amidst mild controversy regarding her appearance, which some historians deemed ‘too pretty’ for the role. Critics, however, praised her acting and Screen Daily named her a ‘Star of Tomorrow’.
Following “Wolf Hall,” Kate Phillips appeared in the miniseries “War & Peace” (2016), and the first season of “The Crown” (2016), where she played Venetia Scott. Her role in “Peaky Blinders” (2016–2022) as Linda Shelby further solidified her status as a versatile actress. In 2019, she took on the role of Princess Mary in the film “Downton Abbey,” and since 2020, she has starred as Eliza Scarlet in the Victorian-era crime drama “Miss Scarlet and The Duke”.
Suggested viewing
Miss Scarlet & the Duke (2020)
Bftv 8.5 / IMDb 7.7 Set in Victorian London, the series follows Eliza Scarlet, a determined woman who inherits her detective father’s business. In a world dominated by men, she defies expectations by taking over the agency. To traverse this challenging landscape, she forms an unlikely alliance with a gruff inspector from Scotland Yard. Despite their contrasting personalities, they work together to solve perplexing crimes. Top cast: Kate Phillips, Stuart Martin, Cathy Belton, Ansu Kabia, Matthew Malone, Richard Evans, Simon Ludders, Nick Dunning, Kevin Doyle. |
Wolf Hall (2015)
Bftv 9.0 / IMDb 8.1 Wolf Hall plunges viewers into the ruthless political world of King Henry VIII’s court in 16th century England. The story unfolds through the eyes of a cunning commoner, Thomas Cromwell, who rises from humble beginnings to become a powerful advisor to the king. Cromwell must navigate a web of alliances, betrayals and religious upheaval as Henry VIII seeks to annul his marriage and secure a new heir, all while maneuvering to stay ahead of his enemies and preserve his own fragile position in the court. Top cast: Mark Rylance, Damian Lewis, Claire Foy, Thomas Brodie-Sangster, Joss Porter, Bernard Hill, Hannah Steele, Jessica Raine, Tom Holland, Kate Phillips. Related to   |
Peaky Blinders (2013)
Bftv 9.0 / IMDb 8.8 Peaky Blinders follows a crime family in post-war Birmingham, England. The ambitious leader oversees a world of gang violence, political intrigue and social unrest. As he seeks to expand his criminal empire, he must contend with rival gangs, a determined police inspector and the complexities of his own family. Top cast: Cillian Murphy, Paul Anderson, Sophie Rundle, Helen McCrory, Finn Cole, Ned Dennehy, Joe Cole, Harry Kirton, Tom Hardy, Kate Phillips (S3-6). |
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