Helen McCrory - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

Born	August 17, 1968
Died	April 16, 2021 (age 52)
Birthplace	Paddington, London, England
Zodiac Sign	Leo - (see also Helen McCrory's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese Zodiac	Monkey
Generation	Generation X
Known For	Renowned for her roles as Polly Gray in 'Peaky Blinders', Narcissa Malfoy in the 'Harry Potter' film series, and appearances in 'The Queen' and 'Skyfall'.

Intro

Helen McCrory was a highly acclaimed British actress known for her work in film, television, and theatre. Over her career, she garnered praise for her versatility and commanding screen presence, particularly in period dramas and complex, layered roles.

Early Life & Background

Helen McCrory was born to a Welsh mother and a Scottish father. She was educated at Queenswood School, Hertfordshire, and, after a year spent living in Italy, began studying acting at the Drama Centre in London.

Career Highlights

• Played Polly Gray in 'Peaky Blinders' (2013–2019)
• Portrayed Narcissa Malfoy in the 'Harry Potter' film series (2009–2011)
• Role as Cherie Blair in 'The Queen' (2006) and 'The Special Relationship' (2010)
• Performed in the National Theatre and West End in productions such as 'Medea' and 'The Deep Blue Sea'

Trivia

• Married to actor Damian Lewis from 2007 until her death in 2021.
• Was appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 2017 for services to drama.
• Passed away from cancer in 2021 at the age of 52.

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Sources

1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Helen_McCrory
2. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Helen-McCrory
3. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0567031/