Felicity Jones, born on October 17, 1983, in Birmingham, England, is a British actress known for her compelling performances in film and television. She began acting as a child and first gained recognition through The Worst Witch before taking on more demanding roles.
She had her breakthrough in 2014 with The Theory of Everything, portraying Jane Hawking, a role that earned her an Oscar nomination. She became internationally known for her lead role as Jyn Erso in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016), a major box office success. Throughout her career, she has been praised for her emotional depth and versatility, continuing to take on diverse and challenging roles.
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