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'''Nadia Sofia Parkes''' (born 31 December 1995) is an English actress. She is known for her roles in the ] series '']'' (2019–2020), the ] series '']'' (2021), and the ] series '']'' (2022).
'''Nadia Sofia Parkes''', (born on December 31, 1995), is an ] ] who has garnered attention for her compelling performances across various television series. She first gained prominence with her role in the ] historical drama series ] (2019–2020), where she portrayed one of the significant characters in the retelling of the life of ], the ] ] who became ]. Her portrayal of the character was well-received and showcased her versatility and depth as an actress.


==Early life== ==Early life==
Parkes grew up in ], a charming town in ]. During her formative years, she attended ], an independent ] known for its strong academic and extracurricular programs. It was at this institution that Parkes first developed a passion for the performing ], participating in school productions and ] classes.
Parkes grew up in ].<ref>{{Cite journal|url=https://www.darkusmagazine.com/post/nadia-parkes-the-conquest-of-a-female-actress|title=Nadia Parkes: The Conquest Of A Female Actress|journal=Darkus|date=11 May 2021|accessdate=30 October 2022}}</ref> She attended ].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.kingshighwarwick.co.uk/news/?pid=0&nid=1&storyid=236|title=Our new series of Drama Masterclasses with stars of stage and screen|website=King's High|accessdate=30 October 2022}}</ref> She went on to train at the ] (LAMDA), graduating in 2018.<ref>{{Cite web|title=2018 graduates {{!}} London academy of music & dramatic art|url=https://www.lamda.ac.uk/students-alumni/recent-graduates/2018-graduates|access-date=2021-05-16|website=www.lamda.ac.uk}}</ref>

After completing her education at ], Parkes pursued her ambition of becoming a professional actress by enrolling at the ] (), one of the ]'s most prestigious drama schools. At LAMDA, she received rigorous training in acting, voice, and movement, honing her craft under the guidance of experienced professionals. Her time at LAMDA was marked by a commitment to her craft and significant growth as a performer.

Parkes graduated from LAMDA in 2018, equipped with the skills and experience needed to embark on a professional acting career. Her training at LAMDA laid the foundation for her subsequent success in the entertainment industry, where she has quickly made a name for herself with a series of notable roles in television dramas.


==Career== ==Career==
Nadia Parkes began her acting career with a notable role in the ] limited series ]. In this historical drama, she was cast as Rosa de Vargas, (Misplaced Pages calls it), "a lady-in-waiting to Catherine of Aragon". Her performance in this role was well-received, marking her debut in a prominent and demanding role within a major period drama series.
Parkes began her career when she was cast as Rosa, one of ]’s trusted ladies-in-waiting, in the ] limited series '']''.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Who Plays Rosa On 'The Spanish Princess'? Nadia Parkes Is Making Her Debut In The Starz Period Drama|url=https://www.bustle.com/p/who-plays-rosa-on-the-spanish-princess-nadia-parkes-is-making-her-debut-in-the-starz-period-drama-17857254|access-date=2021-05-12|website=Bustle|language=en}}</ref> In 2019, she was cast as young ] in the ] limited series '']''.<ref>{{Cite web|last=May 2021|first=Nicholas Cannon 01|title='Domina' on Sky Atlantic and EPIX — confirmed release date, cast, trailer, first look pictures, interviews and plot of the Ancient Rome drama|url=https://www.whattowatch.com/watching-guides/domina-on-sky-atlantic-release-date-cast-trailer-and-plot-of-ancient-rome-drama|access-date=2021-05-12|website=whattowatch.com|language=en}}</ref>

In 2019, Parkes continued to build her acting resume by joining the cast of the ] limited series ]. In this series, she portrayed young Livia, a character crucial to the drama set in ]. Her portrayal of Young Livia showcased her ability to tackle complex historical roles and further established her as a rising talent in the industry.

Parkes’s growing reputation led to guest roles in several notable ] shows. She appeared in ], the long-running science fiction series known for its rich storytelling and diverse cast. Additionally, she made an appearance in ], a contemporary comedy series that further demonstrated her versatility as an actress.


These roles highlight Parkes’s range and adaptability as an actress, from historical dramas to sci-fi and comedy, and underscore her potential for a successful and varied career in the entertainment industry.
She has also had guest roles in the ] shows '']''<ref>{{Cite web|date=2020-02-05|title=Doctor Who, 'The Haunting of Villa Diodati' synopsis and cast|url=https://cultbox.co.uk/news/doctor-who-the-haunting-of-villa-diodati-synopsis-and-cast|access-date=2021-05-12|website=CultBox|language=en-US}}</ref> and '']''.<ref>{{Cite web|last=Malivindi|first=Diandra|title='Starstruck': Plot, Cast, Trailer & Release Date|url=https://www.elle.com.au/culture/starstruck-tv-show-25200|access-date=2021-05-12|website=ELLE|language=en}}</ref>


==Personal life== ==Personal life==
Both her parents are opticians. She was previously in a relationship with fellow actor ].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/article/the-bastard-sons-nadia-parkes-netflix-interview|title=The Bastard Son's Nadia Parkes on her starring role in the Netflix drama, her rat phobia, plus whether she'd recommend dating a fellow actor|website=Glamour}}</ref> Both her parents are opticians. She was previously in a relationship with fellow actor ].


==Filmography== ==Filmography==
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Revision as of 20:15, 10 September 2024

English actress

Nadia Parkes
BornNadia Sofia Parkes
(1995-12-31) 31 December 1995 (age 28)
Leamington Spa, England
CitizenshipBritish
Alma materLondon Academy of Music and Dramatic Art
OccupationActress
Years active2019–present
Height5 ft 8 in (173 cm) tall

Nadia Sofia Parkes, (born on December 31, 1995), is an English actress who has garnered attention for her compelling performances across various television series. She first gained prominence with her role in the Starz historical drama series The Spanish Princess (2019–2020), where she portrayed one of the significant characters in the retelling of the life of Catherine of Aragon, the Spanish princess who became Queen of England. Her portrayal of the character was well-received and showcased her versatility and depth as an actress.

Early life

Parkes grew up in Leamington Spa, a charming town in Warwickshire, England. During her formative years, she attended The King's High School for Girls, an independent secondary school known for its strong academic and extracurricular programs. It was at this institution that Parkes first developed a passion for the performing arts, participating in school productions and drama classes.

After completing her education at The King's High School, Parkes pursued her ambition of becoming a professional actress by enrolling at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA), one of the UK's most prestigious drama schools. At LAMDA, she received rigorous training in acting, voice, and movement, honing her craft under the guidance of experienced professionals. Her time at LAMDA was marked by a commitment to her craft and significant growth as a performer.

Parkes graduated from LAMDA in 2018, equipped with the skills and experience needed to embark on a professional acting career. Her training at LAMDA laid the foundation for her subsequent success in the entertainment industry, where she has quickly made a name for herself with a series of notable roles in television dramas.

Career

Nadia Parkes began her acting career with a notable role in the Starz limited series The Spanish Princess. In this historical drama, she was cast as Rosa de Vargas, (Misplaced Pages calls it), "a lady-in-waiting to Catherine of Aragon". Her performance in this role was well-received, marking her debut in a prominent and demanding role within a major period drama series.

In 2019, Parkes continued to build her acting resume by joining the cast of the Sky Atlantic limited series Domina. In this series, she portrayed young Livia, a character crucial to the drama set in Ancient Rome. Her portrayal of Young Livia showcased her ability to tackle complex historical roles and further established her as a rising talent in the industry.

Parkes’s growing reputation led to guest roles in several notable BBC shows. She appeared in Doctor Who, the long-running science fiction series known for its rich storytelling and diverse cast. Additionally, she made an appearance in Starstruck, a contemporary comedy series that further demonstrated her versatility as an actress.

These roles highlight Parkes’s range and adaptability as an actress, from historical dramas to sci-fi and comedy, and underscore her potential for a successful and varied career in the entertainment industry.

Personal life

Both her parents are opticians. She was previously in a relationship with fellow actor Tom Holland.

Filmography

Film roles
Year Title Role Notes
2022 This is Christmas Suzy
Television roles
Year Title Role Notes
2019–2020 The Spanish Princess Rosa de Vargas Main role
2020 Doctor Who Claire Clairmont Episode: "The Haunting of Villa Diodati"
2021 Starstruck Sophie Diller 2 episodes
Domina Young Livia 2 episodes
2022 The Bastard Son & The Devil Himself Annalise Main role
2024 Tokyo Vice Claudine 1 episode
Kidnapped: The Chloe Alying Story Chloe Ayling Lead role

External links

  1. Cremona, Patrick (5 July 2023). "Chloe Ayling kidnapping drama casts Nadia Parkes as British model". Radio Times. Retrieved 6 July 2023.
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