Margaret Qualley

Date of Birth: October 23, 1994

Zodiac Sign: Scorpio

Biography

Sarah Margaret Qualley, known professionally as Margaret Qualley, is an American actress and model. Born in Kalispell, Montana, she is the daughter of actress Andie MacDowell and former model Paul Qualley. Raised in Asheville, North Carolina, Margaret initially trained as a ballerina, studying at the North Carolina School of the Arts and the American Ballet Theatre. However, she shifted her focus to acting and attended the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London. Margaret’s breakout role came in the HBO television series “The Leftovers” (2014-2017), where she played Jill Garvey. Her performance gained critical acclaim and opened the doors to more significant opportunities. She went on to star in films like “The Nice Guys” (2016), “Death Note” (2017), and Quentin Tarantino’s “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” (2019), where she portrayed the character of ‘Pussycat.’ In addition to her acting career, Margaret has also been successful in modeling, appearing in campaigns for brands such as Chanel and Valentino. With a growing reputation in Hollywood, she continues to take on diverse and challenging roles, making her one of the most promising young actresses of her generation.

5 Interesting Facts about Margaret Qualley

1. Margaret Qualley made her debut at the age of 16 in a New York Fashion Week runway show for Alberta Ferretti.

2. She trained at the American Ballet Theatre in New York City before deciding to pursue acting.

3. Margaret received a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for her role in the FX limited series “Fosse/Verdon” (2019).

4. She appeared in the music video for Kenzo’s “My Mutant Brain,” directed by Spike Jonze, which went viral.

5. Margaret is also a trained singer and performed in the 2020 film “My Salinger Year.”

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Margaret Qualley

1. “I’ve found that ultimately if you truly pour your heart into what you believe in—even if it makes you vulnerable—amazing things can and will happen.”

2. “I love doing things that scare me because I feel like that’s how you grow.”

3. “I’ve always been a bit of a nomad. I think that’s something I learned from my parents.”

4. “I’ve been so lucky to work with incredible directors who have taught me so much about the craft.”

5. “Every role I take on, I try to find a piece of myself in the character.”