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<p>Florence Pugh is one of the most compelling and dynamic actors of her generation. Her performances are powerful, nuanced and filled with a depth that keeps audiences captivated. Since her breakout role in <em>Lady Macbeth </em>almost a decade ago, the 29-year-old from Oxford, England, has established herself as one of Hollywood’s most exciting and versatile talents, appearing in acclaimed dramas, horror films, indie projects and blockbuster franchises. From her emotionally intense roles to her charismatic presence on- and off-screen, she is impossible to overlook.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>



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<p>Born on 3 January 1996, Florence Rose Pugh was raised in a creative household alongside her artistic sisters and brother, the actor and musician Toby Sebastian. Her father, Clinton Pugh, was a successful restaurateur; her mother, Deborah Mackin, had trained as a ballerina and taught aerobics and dance. Her upbringing encouraged self-expression, which later became an essential part of her identity as an actress. </p>


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<p>A sickly child, Florence was diagnosed with tracheomalacia, a condition causing respiratory difficulties. Hoping the warmer climate would improve her health, the family temporarily relocated to Spain. Though they soon returned to Oxford, this experience shaped her early years and her resilience. </p>



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<p>She began exploring acting in school plays and developed a fascination with emotional storytelling. Yet when posting cover versions of popular songs on YouTube under the name Flossie Rose, she first imagined her breakthrough would come as a singer. It’s an ambition that she still harbours. “I intend to release music. It’s something I’ve been so conscious of ever since my acting career [took off] … I do miss it,” she says.</p>



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<p>Pugh was encouraged by her mother to audition for a key role in British filmmaker Carol Morley’s 2014 <em>The Falling,</em> apsychological dramaset in an English boarding school. She got the part, and as an unknown shared co-star billing with Maisie Williams of <em>Game of Thrones</em> fame. Her performance was widely praised for its subtle complexity.</p>



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<p>Her remarkable natural talent compensated for a lack of acting training. She recalls: “Every single job at the beginning of my career, [I was] working with unbelievable actors and directors. I was constantly learning.”</p>


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<p>After a failed pilot show for US television, it was<em> Lady Macbeth</em> (2016) that really got Pugh noticed, showcasing her ability to embody complicated, morally ambiguous characters. Playing a young woman forced into an oppressive marriage in bleak northeast England circa 1865, she commanded the screen with her fierce presence. The film received critical acclaim, and her performance earned her several nominations and awards. </p>



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<p>The role involved nudity, which the teenager handled with maturity beyond her years. “I wasn’t nervous about taking my clothes off, but I thought, ‘If this is done well, it will be a really powerful and horrible way to set up the rest of the story’,” she has said. “I remember thinking, ‘If I do this right, if the shot is right, this film should be amazing.’”</p>



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<p>After <em>Lady Macbeth</em>, Pugh continued to take on diverse roles. In 2018, she starred in <em>The Little Drummer Girl</em>, a BBC miniseries based on John le Carré’s novel. That same year, she appeared in <em>King Lear</em> alongside Anthony Hopkins and Emma Thompson, further cementing her place in British cinema.&nbsp;</p>



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<p>However, 2019 was the year that catapulted her into global stardom. She appeared in three vastly different films, each highlighting her extraordinary range. In the biographical sports comedy. <em>Fighting with My Family</em>, she demonstrated comedic timing, emotional depth and commitment to physical training, as she had to embody the complexities of a young professional wrestler’s life. </p>


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<p>Ari Aster’s folk horror film <em>Midsommar</em> saw her take on the role of a grieving woman caught in a terrifying Swedish cult. Her performance was hauntingly raw, with many critics praising her ability to express grief, vulnerability and psychological distress with chilling realism. </p>



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<p>Greta Gerwig’s adaptation of <em>Little Women</em> introduced a new side of Pugh as she portrayed the ambitious and complicated Amy March. Her performance earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress, a testament to her ability to transform classic characters into fresh and compelling figures. </p>



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<p>Speaking of the era in which both <em>Lady Macbeth</em> and <em>Little Women</em> are set, she comments: “Something I love about the 1800s … is that there were obviously always powerful women and strong-minded, opinionated women, but they were dealing with a completely different set of cards. A set of cards that were against them.”</p>



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<p>With her growing success, Pugh was cast as Yelena Belova opposite Scarlett Johansson in <em>Black Widow</em> (2021), the film that introduced her to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Her portrayal of the witty, resilient assassin was widely praised, leading to her return in <em>Hawkeye</em>, a Disney+ series, that same year.</p>


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<p>Pugh’s involvement in the MCU continued this spring with <em>Thunderbolts*,</em> where her character becomes part of a team of antiheroes. The film has been hailed as the best Marvel outing in years, with its lead earning plaudits for her charisma. The adventure continues next year with <em>Avengers: Doomsday</em>. </p>



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<p>Beyond Marvel, Pugh has tackled a variety of ambitious projects. She appeared in Christopher Nolan’s <em>Oppenheimer </em>(2023), playing Jean Tatlock, a pivotal figure in the story of the atomic bomb, &nbsp;and joined the glitzy cast for <em>Dune: Part Two</em> (2024). Last year’s romantic drama <em>We Live in Time</em>, alongside Andrew Garfield, was also a success.</p>



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<p>Off-screen, Pugh has gained admiration for her authenticity and approachability. She has been outspoken about body positivity, rejecting Hollywood’s unrealistic beauty standards and embracing natural representation. Her candid discussions on social media about self-confidence and the challenges of fame have made her a role model for many young actors and fans. </p>



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<p>Her relationship with actor-director Zach Braff, which ended in 2022, drew public interest, and she is now reported to be dating fellow 29-year-old British actor Finn Cole, but Pugh has consistently advocated for privacy in her personal life. Rather than allowing media scrutiny to dictate her narrative, she remains grounded, focusing on her career and passions. </p>



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<p>Florence Pugh represents a generation of performers who prioritise raw emotion, authenticity and versatility. She has refused to be confined to any single genre, and with each project, her presence in the film industry continues to expand. Whether delivering heart-wrenching performances in psychological dramas or bringing fierce energy to action-packed blockbusters, she is a force to be reckoned with.</p>


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All About Pugh: From Lady Macbeth to the Black Widow, Florence Pugh brings charisma to a marvellously varied cast of characters