Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1979-07-24
- Born Place: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Also Known As:
Mary Rose Byrne, 로즈 번, ローズ・バーン, رز بیرن
Rose Byrne
Rose Byrne is an Australian actress renowned for her versatility across drama, comedy, and horror genres. Born on July 24, 1979, in Sydney, New South Wales, she began her acting career in the early 1990s with Australian television roles and films. Byrne's breakthrough came with her performance in The Goddess of 1967 (2000), which earned her the Volpi Cup for Best Actress at the Venice Film Festival. She transitioned to Hollywood with roles in Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones (2002), Troy (2004), and 28 Weeks Later (2007), establishing herself as a prominent actress in both dramatic and action films. Byrne gained widespread recognition for her role as Ellen Parsons in the legal thriller series Damages (2007–2012), earning two Golden Globe nominations and one Primetime Emmy nomination. She further showcased her comedic talents in films like Bridesmaids (2011), Neighbors (2014), and Spy (2015), solidifying her status as a leading lady in Hollywood. In recent years, Byrne has continued to diversify her career, starring in the Apple TV+ series Physical (2021–2023), where she portrayed a 1980s housewife who finds empowerment through the aerobics movement. She also played Gloria Steinem in the miniseries Mrs. America (2020), earning critical acclaim for her performance. Byrne's film credits include X-Men: First Class (2011), Peter Rabbit (2018), and its sequel Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway (2021). In 2025, she starred in the drama If I Had Legs I'd Kick You, which premiered at the Berlin International Film Festival, where she won the Silver Bear for Best Leading Performance. In the horror genre, Byrne is known for her role as Renai Lambert in the Insidious franchise. She appeared in the original film (2010), its sequel Insidious: Chapter 2 (2013), and Insidious: The Red Door (2023). In The Red Door, Byrne's character, Renai, returns as the estranged wife of Josh Lambert (Patrick Wilson), navigating the challenges of their fractured family while confronting supernatural forces. Her performance in the film was noted for its emotional depth, despite the character's reduced screen time compared to previous installments. Byrne's upcoming projects include the limited series The Good Daughter for Peacock, where she stars as Samantha Quinn, a lawyer confronting a violent incident from her past. She also stars in the comedy-drama Tow, directed by Stephanie Laing, which premiered at the 2025 Tribeca Festival. Byrne continues to be a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, known for her dynamic range and commitment to diverse roles.
