Scottish actress
Born: August 1, 1989
Gayle Rankin is a Scottish actress known for her versatile performances in both film and television. Born on September 1, 1989, in Paisley, Scotland, Rankin attended the prestigious Juilliard School in New York, becoming the first Scot to be accepted into the acting program. She gained recognition for her role as Sheila the She-Wolf in the critically acclaimed Netflix series GLOW (2017–2019), where she portrayed a fierce and eccentric wrestler.
Rankin’s talent extends beyond television; she has also made her mark on the big screen. She appeared in Noah Baumbach’s The Meyerowitz Stories (2017) and played Queen Victoria’s maid, Emily, in the Oscar-winning film The Greatest Showman (2017). Additionally, she starred in Her Smell (2018) alongside Elisabeth Moss, where her performance was praised for its intensity and emotional depth.
Beyond her screen work, Rankin has a strong background in theater, showcasing her range in various stage productions. Her ability to embody complex characters with authenticity has made her a rising star in the entertainment industry.
Gayle Rankin’s 5 most popular quotes
- ‘Calamity Jane’ inspired me to be a performer. I still want to be her.
- I had a ridiculously idyllic childhood. I think back and am like, ‘Wow. I was so naive, in the best way.’
- I sometimes get starstruck when I meet people who I didn’t necessarily know what they look like, like directors or DPs, if I’m a huge fan of theirs.
- All of my characters, I feel, have some essence of who I am in them.
- I’ve always wanted to perform and act my whole life and to understand people more, so that’s the only reason I’ve got to work with the people I’ve worked with.
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