Katherine Jane Parkinson is a renowned English actress, whose impressive career has spanned various mediums, including television, stage, and film. She gained widespread recognition for her role as Jen Barber in Channel 4's popular comedy series, The IT Crowd, which earned her a British Comedy Best TV Actress Award in both 2009 and 2014. Furthermore, Parkinson was nominated twice for the prestigious BAFTA Television Award for Best Female Comedy Performance, ultimately taking home the prize in 2014.
Prior to her successful television career, Parkinson pursued her passion for acting at the esteemed London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art. She has also made a significant impact on the stage, appearing in notable productions such as The Seagull in 2007, Cock in 2009, and Home, I'm Darling in 2018. In recognition of her outstanding performance in Home, I'm Darling, Parkinson received a nomination for the Olivier Award for Best Actress in a Play.
