Lesley Manville is an acclaimed English actress born on March 12, 1956, in Brighton, England. She began her career on stage, earning accolades for her performances in numerous productions, particularly her collaborations with director Mike Leigh. On-screen, Manville gained wider recognition for her roles in Leigh's films such as Secrets & Lies (1996), Topsy-Turvy (1999), and Another Year (2010), for which she received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress.
Manville's television work includes standout performances in River and Harlots, and she gained international fame for her role as Princess Margaret in The Crown. A versatile talent, she has also appeared in blockbuster films like Phantom Thread (2017), earning further critical acclaim, and Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris (2022).
In her personal life, Manville was married to actor Gary Oldman from 1987 to 1990, and they share a son, Alfie. Despite their divorce, the two have maintained a cordial relationship.
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Quick Fact
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Lesley Anne Manville |
| Date of birth | 12 March 1956 |
| Place of birth | Brighton, Sussex, England |
| Ancestry | English |
Family
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Father | Ron Manville |
| Mother | Jean Manville |
| Siblings | Not publicly disclosed |
| Spouses | Gary Oldman (married 1980–1984) |
| Partners | N/A |
| Children | Joe Manville |
| Grandparents | Not publicly disclosed |
| Notable Relatives | None publicly known |
Personal Life Milestones
| Year | Milestone |
|---|---|
| 1985 | Gained recognition for her role in the television series The Firm |
| 2000 | Received critical acclaim for her performance in All or Nothing, directed by Mike Leigh |
| 2017 | Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in Phantom Thread |
| 2021 | Starred in The Crown as Princess Margaret, further showcasing her talent in television |