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- Birthday: 1996-12-06
- Born Place: Dublin, Ireland
Ann Skelly
Ann Skelly is a talented Irish actress, born on December 6, 1996, in Dublin, Ireland, and raised in County Wexford. Her journey into acting began with weekend classes at the Irish Film Academy during her teenage years, leading her to further refine her craft at the prestigious Bow Street Academy, from which she graduated in 2017.Skelly made her television debut in 2015 with the crime drama series Red Rock, where she gained recognition for her role as Rachel Reid. She quickly diversified her portfolio with appearances in acclaimed television productions like Rebellion (2016), Little Women (2017), and a recurring role as Lady Ethelfled in the historical drama Vikings (2018-2019). Her lead role as Beth Winters in the miniseries Death and Nightingales (2018) alongside Jamie Dornan and Matthew Rhys earned her an IFTA nomination.On the film front, Skelly garnered significant attention and an IFTA nomination for Best Actress in a Lead Role – Film for her captivating performance in Kissing Candice (2017). She also starred in the drama film Rose Plays Julie (2019). More recently, she gained international recognition for her lead role as Penance Adair in the HBO sci-fi drama series The Nevers (2021). Looking ahead, she is set to appear in the film Four Letters of Love (2025) and is also part of the cast for the second season of The Sandman. Ann Skelly is recognized for her strong performances and her ability to portray complex characters across various genres.
