Holliday Grainger, born Holly Grainger on March 27, 1988, in Didsbury, Manchester, England, is a British actress. She began acting professionally at a young age, attending Parrs Wood High School and later studying English Literature at the University of Leeds before deferring her studies to focus on her acting career.
Grainger’s acting career began with television roles in British series such as “All Kids Count” (1999), “Dalziel and Pascoe” (2000), and “Doctors” (2001). She subsequently appeared in numerous television productions throughout her childhood and adolescence, establishing herself as a consistent presence on British television.
Grainger gained wider recognition for her role as Lucrezia Borgia in the Showtime series “The Borgias” (2011-2013). This marked a significant step in her international career. She is also known for her portrayal of Estella Havisham in Mike Newell’s “Great Expectations” (2012) and for her role as Bonnie in “Bonnie & Clyde” (2013), a television miniseries.
Grainger has appeared in a variety of films, showcasing her versatility as an actress. Some of her notable film credits include:
In addition to “The Borgias” and “Bonnie & Clyde,” Grainger has continued to work extensively in television. Her notable television roles include: