Julia Garner is an accomplished American actress and model who has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry through her versatile performances in numerous films and television shows. Born in the Riverdale neighborhood of the Bronx, New York, Garner comes from a creative family with her mother, Tami Gingold, being a therapist and comedian from Israel, and her father, Thomas Garner, being a painter and art teacher from Ohio.
Garner's parents, who are both artists, have had a profound influence on her life and career. Her mother's successful career in comedy has likely helped her develop her sense of humor, while her father's artistic background has instilled in her a passion for the arts. Garner's older sister, Anna, is a writer, producer, and artist, and the sisters have likely shared a close bond and encouraged each other's creative pursuits.
Despite her shyness, Garner began taking acting lessons at the age of 15, which marked the beginning of her journey in the entertainment industry. Her breakthrough role came at the age of 17, when she played the role of Sarah in Sean Durkin's Martha Marcy May Marlene (2011). This was followed by a small role in David Chase's Not Fade Away (2012),which was written specifically for her.
Garner's early success led to her being cast in the lead role of Electrick Children (2012),which marked her first starring role. She went on to appear in a range of films, including The Last Exorcism Part II (2013),We Are What We Are (2013),and Sin City: A Dame to Kill For (2014),in which she played the role of Marcy, a young stripper. This marked the first time she acted against a green screen.
In addition to her film work, Garner has also made a significant impact in television. She had a recurring role on the FX series The Americans (2013-2018),playing the role of a young woman named Emma. She also began starring in the Netflix series Ozark (2017),playing the lead role of Ruth Langmore opposite Jason Bateman and Laura Linney.
Throughout her career, Garner has cited several actresses as her inspirations, including Monica Vitti and Bette Davis. She has also spoken about the importance of her family and how they have supported her throughout her career. Despite her success, Garner remains humble and grounded, and is widely regarded as one of the most talented young actresses in Hollywood today.
