In 2011, Claire appeared in the fantasy thriller film Season of the Witch, as well as in the drama Wreckers. That same year, she portrayed Lady Persephone in the BBC's revival of the period drama series Upstairs Downstairs. In 2012, she took on the role of Charlotte in the TV drama White Heat by esteemed screenwriter Paula Milne, which portrayed different stages in a group of friends' lives across several decades.
Her other notable television credits include The Night Watch, Hacks, and Peter Kosminsky's political drama The Promise—a production she later cited in interviews as one of her favorite projects. She also portrayed Anne Boleyn in the acclaimed historical miniseries Wolf Hall. This role, alongside a strong cast, contributed to the series' widespread success.
Claire has remained active in stage performances alongside her television and film career. She took on the iconic role of Lady Macbeth in a production of Macbeth at Trafalgar Studios, impressing audiences and critics alike. In 2012, she also performed in Love, Love, Love and Ding Dong the Wicked at the Royal Court Theatre, affirming her range and commitment to theatre alongside screen acting.
In 2016, Claire gained international acclaim for her portrayal of Queen Elizabeth II in the Netflix series The Crown. Her nuanced and compelling performance in the early seasons of the series earned her widespread critical praise and multiple awards, including a Primetime Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series. She notably captured key moments in the Queen’s life, including recreating the royal wedding in historically accurate wardrobe and settings.
Claire Foy is 1.62 meters tall. She married actor Stephen Campbell Moore in December 2014. The couple welcomed their daughter in March 2015. Claire was two months pregnant while filming Wolf Hall, and she returned to work just six months after giving birth to begin production on The Crown.
Throughout her career, Claire has been praised for her compelling portrayals of complex women and her dedication to her craft. From her early theatre days to her internationally acclaimed performance in The Crown, she continues to be a respected figure in both television and theatre circles.
Return to the previous page| Birth Date: | 16 Apr, 1984 |
| Age: | 36 yrs |
| Occupations: | Actor Model Stage actor Film actor |
| Citizenship: | United Kingdom |
| Birth Place: | Stockport |
| Education: | Liverpool John Moores University |
| Gender: | Female |
| Description: | English actress |
| Spouse: | Stephen Campbell Moore[2014-2018] |
| Net Worth 2021: | 4 million |
