Sarah Margaret Qualley (pronounced /ˈkwɔːli/KWAW-lee; born October 23, 1994) is an American actress. A daughter of actress Andie MacDowell, she trained as a ballet dancer in her youth. She made her acting debut in the 2013 drama film Palo Alto. She gained recognition for her supporting role in the HBO drama series The Leftovers (2014–2017). Qualley featured in the films The Nice Guys(2016), Death Note (2017), and Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (2019), as well as the video game Death Stranding (2019).
Did you know that Margaret Qualley was once offered a scholarship to the prestigious American Ballet Theatre before deciding to pursue acting?
Her starring role as Alex Russell in the Netflix limited series *Maid* (2021) is widely considered her most defining career moment. Qualley earned immense critical acclaim, including Emmy and Golden Globe nominations, for her raw and nuanced portrayal of a young mother escaping poverty and abuse, solidifying her status as a formidable dramatic actress.
Qualley is quickly building a legacy as an incredibly versatile actress, known for her ability to embody complex, resilient characters with a unique blend of vulnerability and strength across diverse genres.
Also known as: M. Qualley, Mar Qualley