Jessica Henwick
🔥 TrendingJessica Yu-Li Henwick (/ˈhɛnɪk/ HEN-ik; born 30 August 1992) is a British actress, writer, and director. She began her career in 2010 and is best known for her roles in Game of Thrones, Iron Fist, Love and Monsters, The Defenders, Silk, The Matrix Resurrections, The Gray Man, Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery, and The Royal Hotel. Her directorial debut, Bus Girl, was nominated for a BAFTA.
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Facts about Jessica Henwick
Did you know that Jessica Henwick performed all her own stunts involving martial arts in the Marvel series Iron Fist and The Defenders?
- Henwick's father is the British author Kevin Henwick; her mother is Singaporean Chinese.
- She trained extensively in Wushu, Chinese martial arts, for four months for her role as Colleen Wing in Iron Fist.
- She was one of the actresses considered for the lead role of Rey in Star Wars: The Force Awakens.
- She learned to speak Mandarin for a role and has demonstrated her proficiency in interviews.
- Her directorial debut, the short film Bus Girl, was nominated for a BAFTA Award in 2023.
Jessica Henwick's breakthrough came with her role as Nymeria Sand in HBO's Game of Thrones, swiftly followed by her impactful portrayal of Colleen Wing in Marvel's Iron Fist and The Defenders. Her recent appearances in major franchises like The Matrix Resurrections and Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery have solidified her reputation as a versatile and sought-after talent in Hollywood.
Henwick is building a legacy as a versatile actress who seamlessly transitions between blockbuster franchises and independent projects, while also emerging as a promising writer and director. Her commitment to diverse roles and physical performance sets her apart in the industry.