Helen McCrory is a famous British actress known for her stellar performances in film and television.
She is widely recognized for her roles as Aunt Polly in the hit TV series Peaky Blinders and Narcissa Malfoy in the final three films of the Harry Potter series.
Her career spans several decades, during which she has won critical acclaim for her versatile performances in such productions as “The Queen,” “Pulps” and “Skyfall.”
McCrory’s combination of stage and screen work, particularly in British theatre, has made her one of the most respected actresses of her generation.
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- Full name: Helen Elizabeth McCrory
- Date of birth: August 17, 1968
- Age: Deceased (52 years old when died in 2021)
- Gender: Female
- Birthplace: Paddington, London, England
- Nationality: British
- Occupation: Actor
- Height: 5’4″ (163 cm)
- Parents: Ian McCrory (father), Anne McCrory (mother)
- Siblings: Jon McCrory (brother), Katherine McCrory (sister)
- Spouse: Damian Lewis
- Children: Manon McCrory-Lewis, Gulliver Lewis
- Relationship status: Married until death
- Religion: Christianity
- Ethnicity: Welsh and Scottish ancestry
- Net worth: $25 million
early life and education
Helen McCrory was born in Paddington, London on August 17, 1968 and will be 56 years old in 2024. Her father, Ian McCrory, was a Scottish diplomat, and her mother, Anne, was a Welsh physiotherapist.
This international background meant Helen spent much of her childhood traveling to countries such as Norway, Tanzania and Cameroon, which gave her a broad view of the world. McCrory attended Queenswood School in Hertfordshire and then studied acting at the Drama Center in London.
personal life
Helen McCrory married actor Damian Lewis on July 4, 2007. The couple has two children: daughter Manon, born in 2006; son Gulliver, born in 2007.
Their relationship is widely considered one of the most stable in entertainment, with Lewis often expressing his admiration for McCrory as a mother and professional. Sadly, their marriage ended when McCrory passed away in 2021.
Profession
Helen McCrory began her acting career on stage, making her acting debut in 1990 with The Importance of Being Earnest. She quickly won critical acclaim for her theater work and won awards for her roles in productions such as “The Ship of Wales” and “Medea.”
Her television and film career took off, with prominent roles as Narcissa Malfoy in Interview with the Vampire, The Count of Monte Cristo and the Harry Potter films. However, it was her role as Aunt Polly in Peaky Blinders that truly cemented her status as a leading actress on British television.
McCrory is known for playing strong, complex women, often with a dark or mysterious edge, in films like “Pulps” and “Skyfall.” Her work continued until her untimely death, including her final appearance in the BBC drama Roadkill.
Awards
- Critics Circle Drama Award for Best Actress
- Glamor Drama Award for Actress
- She received several other nominations for her performances in Peaky Blinders and The Queen
net worth
When Helen McCrory died in 2021, her net worth was estimated at $25 million, which she shared with her husband, Damian Lewis. Her wealth comes from her extensive film, television and theater career, as well as voice-over work and production. The success of “Peaky Blinders” and her roles in major films such as “Skyfall” and “Harry Potter” significantly increased her earnings.
die
Helen McCrory died on 16 April 2021 at her home in Tufnell Park, London. Her death followed a private battle with breast cancer that she and her family chose to keep from the public eye. Her husband Damian Lewis announced the heartbreaking news, saying she died peacefully surrounded by loved ones.
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film chronology
- Queen(2006)
- Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009)
- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1 (2010)
- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 (2011)
- Peaky Blinders (2013–2019)
- Skyfall(2012)
- Vulgar Tales (2014–2015)
- The Count of Monte Cristo(2002)
- Interview with a Vampire (1994)
- Roadkill(2020
