Faye Marsay Biography: Awards, TV Series, Films, Partner, Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Parents, Height

Faye Elaine Marsay is a British actress who became famous for portraying Anne Neville in The White Queen (2013).

She further showcased her talent as Candice Pelling in Fresh Meat (2013) and as Steph in the critically acclaimed film Pride (2014).

Her portrayal of The Waif in Game of Thrones (2015-2016) solidified her standing in the industry.

More recently, Marsay appeared as Vel Sartha in the Star Wars series Andor (2022) and starred as Annie Roberts in Ten Pound Poms (2023).

She has also appeared in several acclaimed series, including Doctor Who, Black Mirror, and Vera.

Profile

• Full Name: Faye Elaine Marsay
• Stage Name: Faye Marsay
• Born: 30 December 1986
• Age: 38 years old
• Birthplace: Middlesbrough, United Kingdom
• Nationality: British
• Occupation: British actress
• Height: 1.57 m
• Parent: Mr. and Mrs. Marsay.
• Siblings: 1
• Spouse: Unknown
• Children: Unknown
• Relationship: Unmarried
• Net Worth: $1 million

Early Life And Education

Faye Elaine Marsay was born on December 30, 1986, in Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom. She was raised in a working-class family, with her father and brother employed as steelworkers. While her parents’ names remain private, they are often called Mr. and Mrs. Marsay.

Marsay attended Laurence Jackson School in Guisborough before continuing her education at Prior Pursglove College. She later pursued her passion for acting at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School, where she honed her craft by playing the role of Sissy Jupe in Hard Times.

Her talent was recognized when she received the Spotlight Prize, an honor that helped launch her professional career. Marsay is of White ethnicity and practices Christianity.

Career

Faye Marsay began her career in theater, honing her craft at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School, where she was awarded the Spotlight Prize in 2012. Her professional debut came in 2013 with a notable performance as Anne Neville in The White Queen, a role that drew significant attention and set the stage for her future endeavors.

In 2014, she expanded her portfolio by portraying Lizzie Lancaster in the second season of The Bletchley Circle. That same year, Marsay took on multiple high-profile projects, including the BAFTA-nominated film Pride, where she played Steph, and the TV miniseries Glue, where she portrayed Janine Riley.

She also appeared in the 2014 Doctor Who Christmas special, “Last Christmas,” as Shona McCullough, a character originally intended to become a permanent companion before changes were made to the storyline.

Marsay’s career continued to rise in 2015, beginning with her role as the Waif in the fifth HBO series Game of Thrones season. She was also cast as Katie Springer in the final season of My Mad Fat Diary and was named one of Screen International’s Stars of Tomorrow.

That same year, she appeared in The Price of Oil, a radio drama on BBC Radio 4, and starred in the video game Need for Speed as Amy. Marsay’s role in the short film NippleJesus premiered at the Austin Film Festival and in London, though it has yet to be widely released.

She continued her success in 2016, portraying Christine in Vera and reprising her role as the Waif in Game of Thrones. She also starred in Love, Nina on the BBC and appeared in an episode of Black Mirror, further showcasing her range and versatility as an actress.

Over the next several years, Marsay continued diversifying her film and television roles. In 2017, she starred in You, Me and Him alongside Lucy Punch and David Tennant and appeared in Darkest Hour opposite Gary Oldman. She also participated in the revival of Road at the Royal Court Theatre and starred in the ITV drama Bancroft.

Marsay’s 2018 roles included a part in McMafia and A Private War, in which she starred alongside Rosamund Pike and Stanley Tucci. In 2019, she played DC Joanne Aspinall in the ITV drama Deep Water. Marsay expanded her narrative work in 2020, narrating episodes of The Sex Clinic on E4.

In 2022, she appeared in the Star Wars series Andor as Vel Sartha, and in Lady Chatterley’s Lover, she portrayed Hilda Reid. Most recently, in 2023, she starred in Ten Pound Poms alongside Warren Brown and Michelle Keegan, which earned accolades, including Best TV Series and Best Actor at the 2023 Monte Carlo TV Festival.

Awards and Nominations

Faye Marsay is a British actress who has received recognition for her work in television and film.

• 2012: Spotlight Prize – Won   
• 2015: Screen International Stars of Tomorrow – Recognized   
• 2016: Screen Actors Guild Award – Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series (for Game of Thrones) – Nominated   
• 2018: Lady Filmmakers Film Festival – Best Supporting Actress Feature (for You, Me and Him) – Won

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @fayemarsay86
• Facebook handle: Faye Marsay Official
• Twitter handle: @FayeMarsay

Personal Life

Faye Marsay is currently unmarried and maintains a private personal life. While there has been speculation about her relationships, including rumors about her roles in LGBTQ+-themed projects such as Pride and You, Me and Him, she has not publicly commented on her dating life or confirmed any relationships.

Filmography

Television:

• Andor (2022)   
• Ten Pound Poms (2023)   
• Avocado Toast (2020)
• Deep Water (2019)   
• McMafia (2018)   
• Bancroft (2017)   
• Shamed (2017)   
• Black Mirror (2016)
• Love, Nina (2016)   
• Game of Thrones (2015-2016)
• Doctor Who (2014)
• Glue (2014)   
• The Bletchley Circle (2014)
• Fresh Meat (2013)
• The White Queen (2013)   

Film:

• Lady Chatterley’s Lover (2022)   
• Seconds Out (2019)
• A Private War (2018)   
• Darkest Hour (2017)   
• You, Me and Him (2017)   
• Pride (2014)   

Stage:

• Adolescence (TBA)
• Europe (2019)
• Road (2017)

Net Worth

Faye Marsay’s net worth is estimated at approximately $1 million, primarily earned through her successful acting career. Her notable roles in popular projects such as Game of Thrones, The White Queen, and Andor have helped establish her as a versatile and talented actress, contributing to her financial success in the entertainment industry.