Emma Corrin
Playing Princess Diana in The Crown, LGBTQ+ advocate
Emma Corrin (born December 13, 1995) is a British actor who achieved international recognition for their portrayal of Princess Diana in the fourth season of the Netflix series The Crown (2020). Born in York, England, Corrin studied at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama before landing this transformative role at age 24. Their nuanced, emotionally complex performance as the young Princess of Wales earned critical acclaim and numerous award nominations, including a Golden Globe nomination. Following the success of The Crown, Corrin has continued to select challenging roles in both film and television, appearing in works like My Policeman and Deadpool & Wolverine. Beyond their acting career, Corrin has become an important voice for LGBTQ+ representation, publicly coming out as queer and using their platform to advocate for inclusivity in the entertainment industry. Their commitment to diverse storytelling and authentic character work has established them as one of the most respected young actors of their generation. Corrin's career demonstrates the power of transformative performances and the importance of representation both on-screen and off.
Entertainment
British
1995
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Ema
Germanic origin
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