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Anya Taylor-Joy is a British-Argentine actress, born on April 16, 1996, in Miami, Florida, to Argentinean mother and British father. She was named after the Russian chess grandmaster, Anna Tatiana "Anya" Taylor-Joy. Her parents moved to London when she was a child, and she grew up in Southwest England.
Anya's acting career began when she was discovered at the age of 14 while shopping at a local market in Bristol. She was approached by a talent scout who encouraged her to audition for the BBC production "At Home with the Braithwaites." Anya landed the role of Becky Braithwaite, and her acting career took off from there.
Anya is known for her striking features, including her bright blue eyes, freckles, and distinctive gap between her front teeth. She has described herself as "quite a gawky, awkward, gangly teenager" and has spoken about feeling self-conscious about her appearance growing up. However, she has since embraced her unique features and has become a fashion icon.
Anya's breakout role came in 2015 when she starred as Thomasin in the horror film "The Witch." Her performance was widely praised, and she received critical acclaim and numerous award nominations. Since then, she has appeared in a number of high-profile films, including "Split," "Thoroughbreds," "Glass," and "Emma."
Anya is also known for her work in television, including the miniseries "The Miniaturist" and the Netflix series "The Queen's Gambit," for which she received a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress.
Off-screen, Anya is an animal rights activist and has worked with organizations such as PETA and the Jane Goodall Institute. She is also a talented singer and has performed at various events and charity functions.
Anya's acting abilities, unique appearance, and dedication to her craft have earned her a place as one of Hollywood's rising stars. She continues to take on challenging roles and captivate audiences with her performances.
