Orla Brady

With brown hair, brown eyes, and an average build, Orla Brady brings a natural, understated presence to her roles. The actress, who is 5'6", has built a remarkable career across theatre, television, and film. Born in Dublin, she is Irish and has been active in the industry since 1989. Brady began her career with the Balloonatics Theatre Company as a touring performer, before landing her first minor television role as a bank clerk in Minder in 1993. Her first film role came in 1994 as Vanessa in Words Upon the Window Pane. She has appeared in recurring roles in US and UK series, as well as a Doctor Who special. In 2020, The Irish Times listed her as number 43 on their list of Ireland's greatest film actors. She also won the 1999 Golden Nymph Best Actress Award for her portrayal of Sheila Cloney in A Love Divided.