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Polly Walker: Beyond Bridgerton's Lady Featherington
7 Mar
Summary
- Polly Walker's acting career began after a leg injury ended her dance pursuits.
- She is married to former actor Laurence Penry-Jones, from an acting family.
- Walker trained at Drama Centre London and joined the Royal Shakespeare Company.
Polly Walker, known for her role as Lady Featherington in Bridgerton, possesses a fascinating background extending beyond the Regency drama. Originally from Warrington, Lancashire, Walker's early aspirations lay in dance. However, an injury at 18 necessitated a career change, leading her to pursue acting.
She honed her craft at Drama Centre London before joining the esteemed Royal Shakespeare Company. Her professional journey includes acclaimed performances in "Rome," for which she received a Golden Globe nomination, as well as "Line of Duty" and "Pennyworth."
Walker is married to former actor Laurence Penry-Jones, whose family boasts a significant acting legacy. His brother, Rupert Penry-Jones, is also a recognized actor, and their parents, Angela Thorne and Peter Penry-Jones, were established performers in their own right. Walker and Penry-Jones first met while performing in "Les Liaisons Dangereuses" in the West End.
