Emma Mackey is a British-French actress best known for her role in the Netflix series *Sex Education*, which earned her a BAFTA nomination. Her career has expanded to include roles in films such as *Death on the Nile* and *Emily*, where she played Emily Brontë. In 2023, she received the BAFTA Rising Star Award, solidifying her position as a prominent emerging talent in the entertainment industry.
Emma Mackey was born around 1996 in Le Mans to a French father and an English mother, marking the beginning of her life and eventual career.
In 2013, Emma Mackey received her baccalauréat with High Honours in l'académie de Nantes, a French school district. This achievement marked the end of her secondary education in France.
In 2016, Emma Mackey graduated from the University of Leeds, where she studied English language and literature. This marked the completion of her higher education.
In 2019, Emma Mackey had her breakthrough performance in the Netflix comedy-drama series Sex Education, which earned her a British Academy Television Award nomination. This role marked a significant turning point in her career.
In 2021, Emma Mackey appeared in the independent romantic drama film Eiffel, which premiered at the Alliance Française French Film Festival. Her performance was noted for radiating mischief.
In 2021, Emma Mackey received a British Academy Television Award nomination for her role as Maeve Wiley in Sex Education, recognizing her performance in the series.
In 2022, Emma Mackey starred in Death on the Nile as Jacqueline de Bellefort, and portrayed Emily Brontë in the film Emily, taking on her first lead film role.
In 2022, Emma Mackey won a National Comedy Award for her role in Sex Education, further acknowledging her comedic talent and contribution to the series.
In 2023, Emma Mackey won the BAFTA Rising Star Award, recognizing her talent and potential in the film industry.