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Also Known As Emerald Lilly Fennell
Born October 1, 1985 (age 41) • London • England
Awards And Honors Academy Award (2021) • Academy Award (2021): Writing (Original Screenplay)
Notable Works “Promising Young Woman” • “Saltburn” • “Wuthering Heights”
Notable Family Members daughter of Theo Fennell • daughter of Louise Fennell • sister of Coco Fennell
Education University of Oxford • Marlborough College (Marlborough, Wiltshire, England)
Movies/Tv Shows (Acted In) "Albert Nobbs" (2011) • "Mr. Nice" (2010) • "Any Human Heart" (2010) • "Call the Midwife" (2013–2017) • "Blandings" (2013) • "Vita & Virginia" (2018) • "Pan" (2015) • "New Tricks" (2010) • "Comedy Showcase" (2011) • "Anna Karenina" (2012) • "Victoria" (2017) • "Chickens" (2011–2013) • "Trial & Retribution" (2006) • "The Crown" (2019–2020) • "The Danish Girl" (2015) • "Drifters" (2016) • "Children in Need" (2015)
Movies/Tv Shows (Directed) "Promising Young Woman" (2020)
Movies/Tv Shows (Writing/Creator) "Promising Young Woman" (2020) • "Drifters" (2016) • "Killing Eve" (2019)
Published Works "The Creeper" (2014) • "Shiverton Hall" (2013) • "Monsters" (2015)

Top Questions

Who are Emerald Fennell's parents?
Emerald Fennell is the daughter of Theo Fennell, a celebrity jeweler, and Louise Fennell, a writer. Coco Fennell, Emerald's sister, is a fashion designer.
Where was Emerald Fennell born?
Emerald Fennell was born in Hammersmith, London, England, on October 1, 1985.

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