Margaret Qualley is an American actress and model who rose to prominence with her breakout role in the acclaimed HBO series The Leftovers. The daughter of actress Andie MacDowell, Qualley initially trained as a dancer before transitioning to acting. She has since established herself as a versatile performer in both independent and major studio projects. Her notable filmography includes performances in Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, the psychological thriller Seberg, and the award-winning miniseries Maid, for which she earned critical acclaim for her portrayal of a young mother escaping domestic abuse. Known for her expressive range and grounded screen presence, Qualley has become a significant figure in modern cinema, often balancing high-profile dramatic roles with artistic, character-driven narratives. Beyond acting, she maintains a notable presence in the fashion industry as a muse and model for luxury brands like Chanel.
October 23, 1994: Birth of Margaret Qualley
On October 23, 1994, Sarah Margaret Qualley was born, who would later become a prominent American actress and daughter of Andie MacDowell.
2011: Modeling Debut at New York Fashion Week
In 2011, at the age of 16, Margaret Qualley officially launched her modeling career by walking the runway for designer Alberta Ferretti during New York Fashion Week.
2012: International Runway Appearances
Throughout 2012, Qualley expanded her modeling presence by participating in Paris Fashion Week for prestigious brands including Valentino and Chanel, as well as walking again for Chanel's Fall/Winter 2012 show.
June 2013: Casting in The Leftovers
In June 2013, Margaret Qualley was officially cast as a series regular for the HBO television show The Leftovers, marking a significant step in her professional acting career.
2013: Acting Debut in Palo Alto
In 2013, Margaret Qualley made her professional acting debut in the drama film Palo Alto.
2014: Beginning of Role in The Leftovers
Starting in 2014, Margaret Qualley began her role in the HBO drama series The Leftovers, a performance that helped her gain wider recognition.
2015: Appearances in The Leftovers and L'Américaine
During 2015, Qualley reprised her role as Jill Garvey for the second season of The Leftovers and also featured in the short promotional film L'Américaine for the fashion brand Tory Burch.
April 2016: Casting for The Vanishing of Sidney Hall
In April 2016, it was publicly announced that Margaret Qualley had joined the cast of Shawn Christensen's film, The Vanishing of Sidney Hall.
2016: Release of The Nice Guys
In 2016, Margaret Qualley appeared in the film The Nice Guys.
2016: Commercial and Film Appearances
In 2016, Qualley gained attention for starring in a Spike Jonze-directed commercial for KENZO World and played a role in Shane Black's comedy film The Nice Guys, which was released in 2016.
October 27, 2017: Release of Novitiate
On October 27, 2017, the film Novitiate was officially released, featuring Margaret Qualley in the lead role of Sister Cathleen, a character struggling with her faith while training to become a nun.
2017: Reprising role in The Leftovers
In 2017, Margaret Qualley reprised her recurring role as Jill Garvey for the third season of the television series The Leftovers.
2017: Release of Death Note
Margaret Qualley appeared in the film adaptation of Death Note in 2017.
2017: Conclusion of The Leftovers Role
The year 2017 marked the conclusion of Margaret Qualley's participation in the HBO drama series The Leftovers, having performed in the show from 2014 to 2017.
2018: Premiere of Donnybrook
In 2018, Margaret Qualley appeared in the film Donnybrook, directed by Tim Sutton and co-starring Jamie Bell and Frank Grillo, which held its premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival.
May 29, 2019: Cast in Death Stranding
On May 29, 2019, it was announced that Margaret Qualley would portray the characters Mama and Lockne in the PlayStation 4 video game Death Stranding, created by Hideo Kojima.
2019: Active Year in Film and Television
During 2019, Margaret Qualley experienced a highly active year in her career, appearing in the Netflix film IO, the HBO adaptation of Native Son, the FX miniseries Fosse/Verdon, and Quentin Tarantino's Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, garnering multiple award nominations for her work.
2019: Major Film and Game Appearances and Emmy Recognition
During 2019, Qualley appeared in the film Once Upon a Time in Hollywood and the video game Death Stranding, and received Primetime Emmy nominations for her role in Fosse/Verdon.
2019: Residence in New York City
During the year 2019, Margaret Qualley was established as a resident of New York City.
2019: Romance with Pete Davidson
In 2019, Margaret Qualley was involved in a brief romantic relationship with comedian and actor Pete Davidson.
February 2020: Premiere of My Salinger Year
In February 2020, the feature film My Salinger Year, starring Margaret Qualley alongside Sigourney Weaver and directed by Philippe Falardeau, held its premiere at the Berlin International Film Festival.
2020: Relationship with Shia LaBeouf
During 2020, Margaret Qualley began dating actor Shia LaBeouf after the two worked together on the music video for "Love Me Like You Hate Me" by her sister Rainey Qualley.
January 2021: End of Relationship with Shia LaBeouf
In January 2021, Margaret Qualley ended her relationship with Shia LaBeouf following the emergence of various controversies surrounding him, including allegations of assault and sexual battery made by FKA Twigs.
September 2021: Support for FKA Twigs
In September 2021, Margaret Qualley publicly expressed her support for FKA Twigs by stating to Harper's Bazaar that she believed the allegations brought against her former partner, Shia LaBeouf.
2021: Award Nominations for Maid
In 2021, Qualley earned Primetime Emmy and Golden Globe nominations for her performance as the lead in the Netflix miniseries Maid.
2021: Starring role in Maid
Throughout 2021, Qualley starred in the Netflix miniseries Maid, an adaptation of Stephanie Land's memoir, earning nominations for both a Golden Globe Award and a Screen Actors Guild Award for her performance.
2022: Starring in Stars at Noon
In 2022, Margaret Qualley took on a starring role in the Claire Denis-directed film Stars at Noon, acting opposite Joe Alwyn.
August 19, 2023: Marriage to Jack Antonoff
On August 19, 2023, Margaret Qualley married musician Jack Antonoff, marking the beginning of their marriage.
2023: Role in Poor Things
In 2023, Margaret Qualley appeared in the film Poor Things directed by Yorgos Lanthimos.
2023: Acting and Producing Success in 2023
In 2023, Margaret Qualley took on the role of executive producer and lead actress in the erotic thriller Sanctuary, and she also appeared alongside Emma Stone and Mark Ruffalo in the surrealist fantasy film Poor Things.
2024: Appearances in Kinds of Kindness and The Substance
In 2024, Qualley starred in the film Kinds of Kindness and received a Golden Globe nomination for her role in The Substance.
2024: Major Film Releases and Award Recognition in 2024
Throughout 2024, Qualley starred in Drive-Away Dolls, performed multiple roles in the Cannes-premiered Kinds of Kindness, and garnered a Golden Globe nomination for her role in the body horror film The Substance, which also premiered at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival.
2025: Active Film Roles in 2025
Throughout 2025, Margaret Qualley participated in several high-profile projects, including co-starring in Richard Linklater's Blue Moon, which premiered at the Berlin International Film Festival in February. Additionally, she starred in the detective comedy Honey Don't!, which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival, and appeared in a supporting role in the film Happy Gilmore 2.
July 2026: Separation from Jack Antonoff
In July 2026, Margaret Qualley and Jack Antonoff separated following a three-year marriage.
2026: Upcoming Projects for 2026
In 2026, Margaret Qualley is set to co-star in the black comedy thriller How to Make a Killing alongside Glen Powell, as well as appear in Ridley Scott's project The Dog Stars with co-stars Jacob Elordi and Josh Brolin.
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