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Emilia ClarkeEnglish actress
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Biography of Emilia Clarke
Early LifeEmilia Isabelle Euphemia Rose Clarke was born on October 23, 1986, in London, England, to a theatrical sound engineer father (whose name is undisclosed and passed away on July 10, 2016) and a director of The Anima Foundation, Jennifer Clarke. Emilia developed an interest in acting at the young age of three after attending the musical "Show Boat," which her father worked on. She attended Rye St Antony School and later St. Edward's School, both located in Oxford. In 2005, she graduated from St. Edward's and went on to study drama at the Drama Centre in London, completing her studies in 2009. During her time in school, Emilia appeared in school theatrical productions and later performed in plays at the Drama Centre and appeared in advertisements.
Rise to Fame
In 2009, Emilia landed her first non-theatrical roles, appearing in the short film "Drop the Dog" and an episode of the British soap opera "Doctors." However, her breakthrough came in 2010 when she was cast in one of the leading roles in the television series "Game of Thrones," based on George R.R. Martin's "A Song of Ice and Fire" novels. The series quickly gained popularity, and Emilia's portrayal of Daenerys Targaryen, the rightful heir to the Iron Throne, earned her widespread acclaim. She received several award nominations, including the EWwy Award for Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Series in 2011 and the Scream Award for Best Female Character in the same year.
Success and Career
Over the years, Emilia's character in "Game of Thrones" continued to evolve, gaining a significant following and admiration from fans. She became a central figure in the show, leading armies and gaining the support of allies in her quest for power. Emilia's performance in the series earned her nominations for the prestigious Emmy Awards in the category of Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Series in 2013, 2015, and 2016. While she didn't win the award, "Game of Thrones" won the Emmy for Best Drama Series in 2015 and 2016, solidifying Emilia's place in the entertainment industry.
Alongside her work in "Game of Thrones," Emilia expanded her filmography with roles in films and other TV series. She appeared in projects like "Spike Island" (2012), "Chained" (2012, short film), "Futurama" (2013), "The Hemingway Girl" (2013), "Terminator: Genisys" (2015), "Robot Chicken" (2016), "Me Before You" (2016), "Animals" (2017), "Voice from the Stone" (2017), and "Solo: A Star Wars Story" (2018). She also voiced the character of Daenerys Targaryen in the video game "Game of Thrones: A Telltale Games Series" in 2015.
Personal Life and Recognition
Emilia dated comedian, actor, and director Seth MacFarlane from 2012 to 2013. Despite their breakup, they remained friends. Emilia's portrayal of Daenerys Targaryen in "Game of Thrones" also gained her recognition for her beauty and sex appeal. She was named the "Most Desirable Woman in the World" by AskMen in 2014 and topped Esquire magazine's list of "Sexiest Women Alive" in 2015. In addition to her numerous nominations, Emilia received critical acclaim and became a well-established actress in Hollywood.
In 2018, Emilia will not be seen in the continuation of Daenerys' journey in "Game of Thrones" as the final season will release a year later. However, she will appear in the crime thriller "Above Suspicion" (release date not yet announced) and the fantasy blockbuster "Solo: A Star Wars Story" (premiering on May 23), where she plays the role of Qi'ra, a companion to the main character Han Solo, and potentially his romantic interest.
