Lily James is a British actress born on April 5, 1989. She is best known for her roles in film and television, including “Cinderella,” “Downton Abbey,” and “Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again.”
James began her acting career on the stage, and later transitioned to film and television. Her breakthrough role came in 2015, when she starred in the title role of Disney’s live-action “Cinderella” film. She has since appeared in several other films, including “Baby Driver,” “Darkest Hour,” and “Rebecca.”
In addition to her film work, James has also had notable roles on television. She played Lady Rose MacClare on the hit period drama “Downton Abbey” from 2012 to 2015. She also starred in the limited series “War & Peace” in 2016.
James has been praised for her versatile acting abilities and has received several award nominations, including a Screen Actors Guild Award for her role in “Downton Abbey.” Outside of her acting career, she has also been involved in various charitable causes, including UNICEF and the UK’s National Health Service (NHS).