Freya Mavor was born on August 13, 1993, in Glasgow, Scotland. She spent her childhood in Inverleith, Edinburgh, and later moved to France. She attended Collège Eugène Fromentin in La Rochelle and holds a degree in French from the University of St Andrews. Mavor also trained at the National Youth Theatre.
Mavor’s acting career began with her breakthrough role as Mini McGuinness in the E4 teen drama series Skins (Series 5-6, 2011-2012). This role garnered her significant recognition and launched her into the public eye.
Following Skins, Mavor continued to appear in television productions. Notable roles include playing Princess Elizabeth of York in the BBC period drama The White Queen (2013). She also appeared in New Worlds (2014), Industry (2020), and Sense8 (2018).
Mavor has built a diverse filmography, appearing in both independent and mainstream productions. Some of her notable film roles include:
Mavor has also worked in theatre. Information regarding specific productions and roles is limited.
While comprehensive details of specific awards are limited, Mavor’s performance in Skins garnered significant critical attention and contributed to her rising profile in the industry.