Margaret Qualley

Sarah Margaret Qualley, known as Margaret Qualley, was born on 23 October 1994 in Kalispell, Montana, USA. She is an accomplished American actress, recognized for her impressive performances and versatility in various roles. Margaret is the daughter of renowned actress and model Andie MacDowell and former model Paul Qualley. She has two siblings: an older brother, Justin, and an older sister, actress and singer Rainey Qualley.

Raised in a creative household, Margaret exhibited talents from a young age. She initially trained as a ballet dancer, which laid the foundation for her future in the performing arts. The Qualley family lived on a ranch in Missoula, Montana, before moving to Asheville, North Carolina when she was four years old. After her parents' separation when she was five, she split her time between homes, maintaining a close relationship with both.

During her teenage years, Margaret and her sister were presented as debutantes at the prestigious Bal des débutantes in Paris. At the age of 14, she left home to attend the North Carolina School of the Arts, where she focused on dance. However, just two years later, she decided to shift her career path from dancing to acting and modeling. This decision led her to move to New York City, where she worked as a model while taking acting classes.

Margaret made her acting debut in 2013 with a supporting role in the film Palo Alto. She quickly gained recognition for her role in the HBO drama series The Leftovers, which aired from 2014 to 2017. Following her breakthrough, she appeared in notable films such as The Nice Guys (2016), Death Note (2017), and Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (2019). She also lent her voice to the video game Death Stranding (2019), showcasing her diverse skill set.

Margaret's notable performances in Fosse/Verdon (2019) and Maid (2021) earned her critical acclaim and several award nominations, including the Primetime Emmy Awards. She portrayed the role of Ann Reinking in Fosse/Verdon, and in Maid, she played the lead character, Alexandra "Alex" Russell, based on the memoir by Stephanie Land. These roles solidified her position as a leading actress in the industry.

Continuing her journey in film, Margaret starred in Poor Things (2023) and is set to appear in Kinds of Kindness (2024). She also received a Golden Globe nomination for her role in the horror film The Substance (2024).

In her personal life, Margaret Qualley resides in New York City. She has been in high-profile relationships, including a brief romance with comedian Pete Davidson in 2019 and a relationship with actor Shia LaBeouf in 2020, which ended amid controversy. On 19 August 2023, she married musician Jack Antonoff, marking a new chapter in her life. Additionally, she has been featured in songs by notable artists, including Lana Del Rey, who wrote a track titled "Margaret" about her.

With her remarkable talent and determination, Margaret Qualley continues to make waves in the entertainment industry, captivating audiences with each performance.