Vanessa Kirby is an acclaimed English actress known for her work in stage, television, and film. Born on April 18, 1988, Kirby gained widespread recognition for her portrayal of Princess Margaret in the Netflix series "The Crown" from 2016 to 2018. Her performance earned her the BAFTA Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role in a Television Series in 2018. Kirby has also starred in notable roles such as Estella in the BBC adaptation of "Great Expectations," Joanna in Richard Curtis' romantic comedy "About Time," and Martha in the film "Pieces of a Woman," for which she received an Oscar nomination.

In addition to her television and film work, Kirby is highly regarded for her stage performances. She has won acclaim for various productions, including "Streetcar Named Desire" with Ben Foster, which transferred to New York. Her versatility and talent have led her to be described by Variety in 2016 as "the outstanding stage actress of her generation, capable of the most unexpected choices." Kirby continues to take on significant roles in major productions, including action blockbusters like "Mission: Impossible - Fallout" and "Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw."