Laura Donnelly, 1982
Actors · August 20, 1982
Laura Donnelly
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Laura Donnelly is 43 years old, born August 20, 1982 in United Kingdom · Leo.
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About
Laura Donnelly built her reputation through repeated collaborations with playwright Jez Butterworth, starring in The River, The Ferryman, and The Hills of California on stage. Born in Northern Ireland, she studied at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and has appeared in Outlander, Beowulf, and The Nevers on screen. She holds a Laurence Olivier Award and two Tony nominations. A Leo, she channels creative expression and bold character work across theatre and prestige television.
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Biography
Laura Donnelly is known for her stage work alongside playwright Jez Butterworth—appearing in The River (2012, 2015), The Ferryman (2017–2019), and The Hills of California (2024). She won a Laurence Olivier Award and received two Tony nominations for her theatre roles. On screen, Donnelly appeared in the Starz series Outlander (2014–2017), the ITV series Beowulf (2016), and the HBO series The Nevers (2021–2023). Born in Northern Ireland on 20 August 1982, she trained at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland before establishing herself on stage and in television. As a Leo, her creative drive and charisma shaped her approach to character work. Actors perform live roles, inhabit scripted characters, and collaborate across theatre, film, and television mediums. Her career reflects a commitment to substantial dramatic roles in both institutional theatre and premium television.
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Before Fame
Donnelly studied at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland before taking on early roles on stage and screen. Her training prepared her for the theatrical work that would define her career alongside playwright Jez Butterworth.
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Trivia
- She won a Laurence Olivier Award for her stage work.
- She appeared in Outlander as a main cast member from 2014–2017.
- She has been nominated for two Tony Awards.
- Her collaborations with playwright Jez Butterworth span over a decade, from The River to The Hills of California.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Communicator
Expressive and creative. Laura Donnelly gravitate to performance, writing, and social platforms where personality compounds the work.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- Hunter SchaferTiger · 1998
- Dylan WangTiger · 1998
- Kerris DorseyTiger · 1998
- Declan McKennaTiger · 1998
- Emily FairnTiger · 1998
CHALLENGING
- Griffin GluckDragon · 2000
- Jade Pettyjohn
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Frequently asked
- How old is Laura Donnelly?
- Laura Donnelly is 43 years old (born August 20, 1982).
- When is Laura Donnelly's birthday?
- Laura Donnelly was born on August 20, 1982.
- What is Laura Donnelly's zodiac sign?
- Laura Donnelly is a Leo, born August 20, 1982.
- What is Laura Donnelly's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Laura Donnelly was born in 1982, the year of the Water Dog.
- Where is Laura Donnelly from?
- Laura Donnelly is from United Kingdom.
- What does Laura Donnelly do?
- Laura Donnelly is a actor.
- Is Laura Donnelly still alive?
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