Kate Ashfield (born 28 May 1972) is an English actress and screenwriter, who has appeared in stage, TV and film roles, most famously in her role as Liz in the 2004 zombie comedy Shaun of the Dead. She is the co-writer of the 2017 TV series Born to Kill.[1]

Kate Ashfield
Born (1972-05-28) 28 May 1972 (age 51)
Alma materBristol Old Vic Theatre School
Rose Bruford College
Occupation(s)Actress, comedian
Years active1994–present

Early life edit

Kate Ashfield was born on 28 May 1972, in Oldham, England. Her interest in acting started at an early age, and she later pursued her passion by studying drama at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School.

Career edit

Kate Ashfield's acting profession began in the nineties when she landed a role in the popular British TV series, The Bill. She appeared in numerous TV series and movies, including EastEnders, Shaun of the Dead, and Secrets & Lies. Her breakout role came in 1998 when she starred in the acclaimed film, This Year's Love.

In 2004, Ashfield won the Best Actress award at the British Independent Film Awards for her role in the movie Late Night Shopping. She has also received rewards for her performances in Beyond the Gates, The Baker, and Line of Duty. In addition to her acting on screen, Ashfield has appeared in several stage productions, including Macbeth and The Glass Menagerie.

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Awards and nominations edit

She has won three awards out of eight nominations:[citation needed]

References edit

  1. ^ Ben Dowell (20 April 2017). "Shaun of the Dead star Kate Ashfield on why she has made her first TV drama about a teenage psychopath". Radio Times. Retrieved 30 June 2020.
  2. ^ Rajani, Deepika (13 October 2019). "Sanditon cast: who stars with Rose Williams in Jane Austen adaptation, and when it is on ITV". i. Retrieved 3 November 2019.
  3. ^ "British feature film 'There's Always Hope' completes filming in Algarve". The Portugal News. 12 November 2020. Retrieved 20 December 2021.

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