Early Life and Education of Emilia Clarke: A Complete Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Emilia Clarke. From birth to education, explore key events.

Emilia Clarke is an English actress renowned for her portrayal of Daenerys Targaryen in the acclaimed HBO series Game of Thrones, earning her four Primetime Emmy Award nominations. Beyond this iconic role, Clarke has showcased her versatility in science fiction films like Terminator: Genisys and Solo: A Star Wars Story. She has also starred in romantic dramas such as Me Before You and Last Christmas, solidifying her presence in a variety of film genres.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

October 1986: Emilia Clarke's Birth

Emilia Clarke was born in London on October 23, 1986.

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1990: The Stone Roses Concert

In 1990, The Stone Roses held a concert on Spike Island, which is the namesake of the movie 'Spike Island' in which Clarke starred.

2005: Graduation from St Edward's School

In 2005, Emilia Clarke left St Edward's School in Oxford.

2009: Graduation from Drama Centre London

Emilia Clarke graduated from Drama Centre London in 2009.

February 2011: Suffered Subarachnoid Hemorrhage

In February 2011, Emilia Clarke suffered a subarachnoid hemorrhage due to a ruptured aneurysm.

2011: Suffered First Brain Aneurysm

In 2011, Emilia Clarke suffered a subarachnoid haemorrhage caused by a ruptured aneurysm.

2012: Began Relationship with Seth MacFarlane

In 2012, Emilia Clarke began a relationship with Seth MacFarlane.

2013: Underwent Surgery for Second Aneurysm

In 2013, Emilia Clarke had a second aneurysm surgically treated.

2013: Second Aneurysm Surgery

In 2013, Emilia Clarke underwent surgical treatment for a second aneurysm.

2013: Ended Relationship with Seth MacFarlane

In 2013, Emilia Clarke's relationship with Seth MacFarlane ended.

2013: Discussed childhood rules and bullying in Allure interview

In a 2013 interview with Allure, Emilia Clarke recounted that her mother had specific rules during her upbringing: avoid drugs, sex, and touching her eyebrows. She also mentioned being bullied as a child for "having ridiculous eyebrows".

2016: Purchased house in Venice Beach

In 2016, Emilia Clarke purchased a house in the Venice Beach neighborhood of Los Angeles.

2016: Death of Father

In 2016, Emilia Clarke's father passed away due to cancer, he was an important figure in her life.

2016: Time Out Interview

In a 2016 interview with Time Out, Emilia Clarke discussed her experience attending posh boarding schools and feeling like an outsider due to the Conservative backgrounds of many students.

2018: Started Dating Charlie McDowell

In 2018, Emilia Clarke began dating Charlie McDowell.

September 2019: Co-hosted YouTube Live Stream for SameYou

On 26 September 2019, Emilia Clarke co-hosted a YouTube live stream with Jacksepticeye that raised over £200,000 for her charity, SameYou.

November 2019: NPR Interview

In a November 2019 NPR interview, Emilia Clarke stated that she would not mind being stereotyped as the mother of dragons.

2019: Revealed Brain Aneurysms in The New Yorker Essay

In 2019, Emilia Clarke revealed in an essay for The New Yorker that she had suffered two brain aneurysms, one in February 2011 and another in 2013.

2019: Ended Relationship with Charlie McDowell

In 2019, Emilia Clarke's relationship with Charlie McDowell ended.

January 2020: Bustle Magazine Interview

In a January 2020 interview with Bustle magazine, Emilia Clarke stated she was inspired by Will Ferrell's character in the 2003 comedy film Elf.

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December 2020: Sold House in Venice Beach

In December 2020, Emilia Clarke sold her house in the Venice Beach neighborhood of Los Angeles.

2020: Mother's Career

As of 2020, Emilia Clarke's mother, Jennifer Susan "Jenny" Dodd Clarke, MBE, is the vice-president for marketing at a global management consultancy firm and the director of The Anima Foundation.