Geraldine Somerville was born in Dublin, Ireland. She spent her early childhood in Co. Meath until her family relocated to the Isle of Man when she was six years old. This move marked the beginning of her journey towards a life in the performing arts.
From a young age, Geraldine was drawn to dance, and she began taking classes at the age of six. Her passion for the arts only grew stronger as she entered her teenage years, and she was eventually accepted into the Arts Educational School in Tring, Hertfordshire. It was during her time at this prestigious institution that she received formal training in ballet, music, and drama.
After completing her studies, Geraldine left to pursue further education in London. She secured a place at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, where she honed her craft and developed her skills as a young actress.
Geraldine's professional acting career began in 1989, shortly after she graduated from the Guildhall. Her breakthrough role came when she was cast as "Laura" opposite Linus Roache in "The Glass Menagerie" at The Royal Exchange Theatre in Manchester. This performance earned her a nomination for Best Actress at the Manchester Evening News Awards.
Since then, Geraldine has appeared in a wide range of stage productions, including "Three Birds Alighting on a Field," "A Jamaican Airman Foresees His Own Death," "The Treatment," and "Romeo and Juliet." She has also had the opportunity to work with esteemed directors such as Max Stafford-Clark, Hettie Macdonald, and Lindsay Posner.
In addition to her work on stage, Geraldine has also had a successful career in television. Her breakout role was as "Penhaligon" in the critically acclaimed drama series "Cracker," which earned her a nomination for Best Actress at the Bafta Awards.
Geraldine has also appeared in a number of television dramas, including "The Deep Blue Sea," "Aristocrats," "After Miss Julie," "Daylight Robbery," "Heaven on Earth," "The Safe House," "Daphne," and "The Children." Her film credits include "My Week with Marilyn," "Sixty Six," "Gosford Park," "Jilting Joe," and the Harry Potter franchise, where she played the role of Lily Potter, the mother of the titular character.
Throughout her career, Geraldine has worked with some of the most respected figures in the industry, including Simon Curtis, Julian Fellowes, and Robert Altman. Her talent, versatility, and dedication to her craft have earned her a reputation as one of the most accomplished actresses of her generation.
