Cary Mulligan
'Drive,' 'The Great Gatsby,' 'Promising Young Woman'
Cary Mulligan (born Carey Hannah Mulligan on May 28, 1985) is a British actress who has established herself as one of contemporary cinema's most compelling performers. She began her career in British television before breaking through internationally with her role in Joe Wright's 'Pride and Prejudice' (2005). Mulligan has since demonstrated remarkable range, delivering critically acclaimed performances in diverse films including 'Drive' (2011), where she earned a Golden Globe nomination, 'The Great Gatsby' (2013), and 'Promising Young Woman' (2020), for which she earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress. Her work is characterized by intelligence, emotional depth, and a willingness to take on challenging, morally complex roles. Mulligan has collaborated with acclaimed directors and earned recognition from major awards bodies including BAFTA, the Critics' Choice Awards, and the Academy. Beyond acting, she has been an advocate for various social causes and maintains a commitment to selecting meaningful projects. Her career represents the modern embodiment of the name Cary, associated with talent, sophistication, and artistic achievement.
Cary Joji Fukunaga
Director of 'True Detective,' 'No Time to Die,' and acclaimed independent films
Cary Elwes
'The Princess Bride,' 'Saw,' and diverse film and television roles
Cary Grant
Hollywood's most charming leading man; films like 'North by Northwest' and 'Breakfast at Tiffany's'
Entertainment
British
1985
Thinking about the name
Cary
English origin
“An English place name meaning 'settlement by the river' or derived from the Celtic word for 'love.' Cary is sophisticated yet accessible, with mid-century Hollywood glamour due to film legend Cary Grant. The name balances classic elegance with contemporary ease.”