Ella Purnell is an English actress born on September 17, 1996, in the Whitechapel area of London.
2. What was her early life like?
She grew up in Bethnal Green and attended various schools, including Bethnal Green Montessori and the City of London School for Girls. She also attended weekly classes at the Sylvia Young Theatre School.
3. Did she consider quitting acting?
At 18, Purnell considered quitting acting to attend university and pursue other careers like writing, therapy, or teaching. However, she decided to travel the world instead.
4. What was her big break in acting?
Purnell's big break came when she was offered a role in Tim Burton's Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children . This was one of her dreams, as she had always wanted to work with filmmakers like Tim Burton or Wes Anderson.
5. What notable films has she been in?
Purnell has appeared in several notable films, including Never Let Me Go , Maleficent , Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children , and Army of the Dead .
6. What TV shows has she starred in?
She has starred in TV shows like Yellowjackets , Belgravia , and Fallout . In Yellowjackets , she played Jackie, the team captain of a girls' soccer team. In Fallout , she portrayed Lucy MacLean.
7. What voice roles has she had?
Purnell has also had voice roles in animated series like Arcane and Star Trek: Prodigy . In Arcane , she voiced Jinx, while in Star Trek: Prodigy , she voiced Gwyndala.
8. Is she involved in any upcoming projects?
Yes, Purnell is set to star in and executive produce the Sky drama series Sweetpea . In this show, she will play Rhiannon, a character who embodies 'a case of arrested development' and struggles to move forward.
9. What awards has she received?
Purnell has received several awards and nominations for her work. She recently received the Madame Figaro Rising Star Award at the 2024 Canneseries Festival.
10. How does she balance her acting career with personal life?
Purnell splits her time between L.A. and London but has recently become more settled in L.A. When not acting, she enjoys cooking, gardening, and spending time with her musician boyfriend, Max Bennett Kelly.
11. What self-care practices does she follow?
Purnell prioritizes self-care by dedicating time to herself each week. She enjoys activities like lighting candles, reading books, and taking vitamins to maintain her well-being.
