Like an Irish Olivia Colman, the actress is finally getting the recognition she deserves
Jessie Buckley, renowned for her compelling performances, is experiencing a significant surge in her career, marked by her recent **Best Actress Bafta** win for her role in Hamnet, portraying Shakespeare’s wife Agnes Hathaway, reports BritPanorama.
Buckley has crafted her trajectory in the industry with strategic career decisions, emphasising stage experience over fleeting reality TV fame. After gaining prominence as a runner-up on the BBC talent show I’d Do Anything in 2008, she opted not to understudy for a leading role in the West End revival of Oliver! in favour of performing in the acclaimed 2008-2009 Menier Chocolate Factory production of A Little Night Music.
Her choice to attend RADA, one of the UK’s leading drama schools, instead of pursuing immediate fame, solidified her readiness for the acting world. This calculated direction has culminated in her standing as a serious contender for critical acclaim, with expectations high for her to secure the **Best Actress Oscar** in the upcoming weeks.
Buckley’s public persona during the awards season resonates with that of an endearing underdog, often compared to her predecessor, Olivia Colman. Both actresses, despite their eventual triumphs, shared an initial struggle for recognition within a competitive landscape. Buckley’s breakthrough came in 2018 with Wild Rose, where she captured audience admiration and critical scrutiny alike.
Her film debut marked a pivotal moment, yet it was the performance in The Lost Daughter that garnered her first Oscar nomination. Although she did not win, her ongoing evolution as an actress continued to solidify her status, illustrated by her Olivier Award win for her performance in Cabaret, alongside Eddie Redmayne. Buckley’s journey exemplifies perseverance and strategic thinking in cultivating a resilient acting career, allowing Ireland and the UK to proudly share their remarkable talent with the global stage.
