Emilia Clarke, born on October 23, 1986, is a British actress renowned for her portrayal of Daenerys Targaryen in the HBO series “Game of Thrones.” Raised in Berkshire, England, Clarke graduated from Drama Centre London before making her mark in television and film. Her captivating performance as the Mother of Dragons earned her critical acclaim and numerous awards, catapulting her to international fame. Beyond Westeros, Clarke has showcased her talent in various roles across genres, including romantic comedies and dramas. With her charm, versatility, and undeniable talent, Emilia Clarke continues to captivate audiences worldwide, leaving an indelible mark on the entertainment industry.
General Information About Famous Actress Emilia Clarke
Full Name
Emilia Isobel Euphemia Rose Clarke
Nickname
Emilia
Profession
Actress
Date of Birth
October 23, 1986
Current age
38 years, 1 months, 29 days
Husband
N/A
Nationality
British
Exploring Emilia Clarke Personal Journey
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Name
Emilia Clarke
Birth Name
Emilia Isobel Euphemia Rose Clarke
Nickname
N/A
Height
5 feet 2 inches (157 cm)
Figure
Slim
Weight
115 lbs (52 kg)
Eye Color
Green
Hair Color
Brown
Date of Birth
October 23, 1986
Religion
N/A
Present Address
N/A
Hometown
Berkshire, England
Emilia Clarke Education
School
Rye St. Antony School, St Edward’s School, Oxford
College
Drama Center London (2009)
Educational Qualifications
Graduate in Drama
Emilia Clarke Favorite
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Food
Sushi
Actor/Actress
Audrey Hepburn
Musicians
Beyoncé, Coldplay
Song
“Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)” by Beyoncé
Book
“The Secret History” by Donna Tartt
Hobbies
Cooking, Playing the piano
Films
“Breakfast at Tiffany’s”, “Gone with the Wind”
Colour
Blue
Perfume
Chanel Coco Mademoiselle
Director
Martin Scorsese
Holiday Destinations
Italy, Greece
Likes
Animals, Traveling, Fashion
Emilia Clarke Relationship Journey
Marital Status
Unmarried
Affairs/Boyfriends
Seth MacFarlane (American Cartoonist, 2012-13) James Franco – Emilia and actor James were rumored to be dating in 2013. Cory Michael Smith – (American Actor, 2014) Jai Courtney – (Australian actor, 2014)
Emilia Clarke Career Journey
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2000–2010
– Acted in stage productions during school, including Twelfth Night and West Side Story at St Edward’s School. – Accepted into Drama Centre London after a sabbatical year. – Appeared in the 2009 production of Sense co-produced by Company of Angels and Drama Centre London. – Featured in the University of London student short film “Drop the Dog”. – Graduated from drama school in 2009. – Worked in non-acting jobs while auditioning for roles. – Starred in two commercials for the Samaritans charity. – First credited television role was in a 2009 episode of the British soap opera Doctors. – Cast in her first professional film role as Savannah in the 2010 television film Triassic Attack. – Named a “UK Star of Tomorrow” by Screen International despite negative reviews of the film.
2011–2019
– Cast as Daenerys Targaryen in the HBO fantasy series Game of Thrones in 2010. – Portrayed Daenerys throughout all eight seasons of the show from April 2011 to May 2019. – Received critical acclaim for her portrayal of Daenerys, earning award nominations and wins. – Reportedly became one of the highest-paid actors on television, earning between £1.2 and £2 million per episode. – Received multiple Primetime Emmy Award nominations for her role. – Lent her voice and likeness to the 2014 video game “Game of Thrones”. – Made a cameo appearance on Saturday Night Live in April 2019. – Expressed satisfaction with being associated with the role of Daenerys. – Stated desire to change the way her character died in a 2021 interview.
2012–2021
– First film role in the short film “Shackled” in 2012. – Starred in the comedy film “Spike Island” in 2012. – Played Holly Golightly in a Broadway production of “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” from March to April 2013. – Starred in the black comedy-crime drama film “Dom Hemingway” in 2013. – Cast in the film adaptation of the novel “The Garden of Last Days” in May 2013. – Offered the role of Anastasia Steele in “Fifty Shades of Grey” but turned it down due to nudity requirements. – Cast as Sarah Connor in “Terminator Genisys” in 2013. – Starred in the film adaptation of “Me Before You” in 2016. – Played Nurse Verena in the supernatural psychological thriller film “Voice from the Stone” in 2017. – Cast as Qi’ra in “Solo: A Star Wars Story” in November 2016. – Starred opposite Henry Golding in the romantic comedy “Last Christmas” in late 2019. – Starred as Nina in the West End production of Anton Chekhov’s “The Seagull” in 2020. – Published the first in a series of comic books titled “M.O.M.: Mother of Madness” in 2021.
2022–present
– Cast in the animation film “The Amazing Maurice” in 2022. – Starred in and executive produced “The Pod Generation” in January 2023. – Set to lead in the English language adaptation of the Korean romantic comedy “The Beauty Inside”. – Set to play Elizabeth Barrett in the film “Let Me Count the Ways”. – Joined the cast of “Secret Invasion” for Disney+ in April 2021. – Cast to portray Jean Kerr in a biopic titled “McCarthy” in October 2021. – Set to play Constance Lloyd in “An Ideal Wife” announced in October 2022.
