Kerry Condon
Kerry Condon was born and raised in an Irish family in Thurles, County Tipperary, Ireland. Kerry’s father is Gary Condon, while her mother’s name is Chiari Condon. Kerry has two sisters, Laura Condon and Marie Condon.
Kerry’s father, owned a farm and raised horses. The actress’ cousin, Richard, was a well-known jockey. She likes horse riding and is very good at it. Kerry is a soft-heart and is active in animal rights and she often donates money to several charities which help in protecting stray animals.
She has appeared in various film, television, and theater productions. Some of her notable roles include:
Rome (TV Series, 2005-2007): Kerry Condon played the role of Octavia of the Julii in this historical drama series that aired on HBO. The show depicted the rise of the Roman Empire and its political intrigues.
The Last Station (2009): In this biographical drama film, Kerry Condon portrayed the character Masha, opposite Christopher Plummer and Helen Mirren. The film explores the last years of the famous Russian author Leo Tolstoy.
Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015): Condon lent her voice to the character F.R.I.D.A.Y., Tony Stark’s AI assistant, in the Marvel Cinematic Universe film.
Better Call Saul (TV Series, 2015-2022): She appeared as Stacey Ehrmantraut, the daughter-in-law of Mike Ehrmantraut, in this critically acclaimed TV series which serves as a prequel to “Breaking Bad.”
Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri (2017): Kerry Condon had a supporting role as Pamela in this dark comedy-drama film, which received widespread acclaim for its performances and storytelling.
Dreamland (2019): She played the role of Elsa in this drama film set during the Great Depression, starring Margot Robbie and Travis Fimmel.
Kerry Condon has demonstrated her amazing talent as an actress by taking on roles in various genres across film, television, and theater.
Quotes: “You think when you start getting jobs that it’ll get easier, but that’s the biggest lie ever. It gets harder. You have to put in more work. I wish it were the casting couch days because it’d be a lot easier!”
“I’m used to riding horses. My father used to breed horses when I was a child. I grew up in Tipperary, in the country, and lots of people have horses there. If my parents hadn’t been in the business, we would have them anyway, as pets. And my cousin Richard is a jockey.”
The actress is a petite 5’3″ and commands attention in Hollywood as one of the most sought after and well respected actors of her generation.