Alison Wright (actress)
| Alison Wright | |
|---|---|
| Born |
12 July 1976 Sunderland, England |
| Nationality | English |
| Alma mater | Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2007–present |
Alison Wright (born 12 July 1976) is an English actress, best known for her role as Martha Hanson on The Americans.
Early life
Wright was born and raised in Sunderland. She began dancing at a young age. She studied at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute.[1]
Career
She made her television debut in 2013 as Martha Hanson on The Americans. She was promoted to a series regular for season 2, which premiered in January 2014.[2] Headline Talent Agency sued Wright in July 2013.[3]
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | The Nanny Diaries | Bridget | |
| 2009 | Nights | Bartender | |
| 2011 | Braaains! | Monique Gold | |
| 2013–present | The Americans | Martha Hanson | |
| 2013 | Blue Bloods | Brijita Holden |
References
- ↑ "Sunderland actress hides Mackem accent to land role in US TV spy drama The Americans". Sunderland Echo. 5 July 2013. Retrieved 23 February 2015.
- ↑ Webb Mitovich, Matt (7 May 2013). "‘The Americans’ Season 2 Spoilers — Nina and Martha Returning". TVLine. Retrieved 23 February 2015.
- ↑ "‘The Americans’ actress Alison Wright sued by former agent". NY Daily News. 31 July 2013. Retrieved 23 February 2015.