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Emily Fairn (born 16 September 1998)[1] is an English actress who has appeared on television, stage and in film.
Key Information
Early life
[edit]From Liverpool, Fairn graduated from the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in 2020.[2]
Career
[edit]Fairn made her debut television role as Casey in BBC One police drama The Responder starring Martin Freeman, and broadcast in January 2022.[3][4] The series was well-received and a second series was commissioned with a start of filming date set for late 2023.[5]
She appeared as Frida in an episode of the BBC One dark comedy series Rain Dogs starring Daisy May Cooper.[6][7] She has a role in the episode Demon 79 from the sixth series of Black Mirror on Netflix.[8]
On stage, Fairn appeared in 2023 in the West End alongside Lucas Hedges and Mike Faist in a production of Brokeback Mountain at the SoHo Place Theatre, featuring a musical performance by a band led by Eddi Reader.[9][10] Fairn appears as Hedges' wife Alma and Nick Curtis in the Evening Standard said she showed "startling assurance" for her debut,[11] and Fiona Mountford for The i said she deserved "plaudits".[12]
She has filmed a BFI-backed feature film called Chuck Chuck Baby, described as a musical drama set in a chicken factory in industrial north Wales, written and directed by Janis Pugh.[13] She also has a role in the Sky One political thriller COBRA, She is also in the Oliver Hermanus directed period drama series Mary & George, in which she plays the maid to an aristocrat played by Julianne Moore.[14]
Fairn portrayed comedienne Laraine Newman in the 2024 biopic Saturday Night.
Filmography
[edit]| † | Denotes works that have not yet been released |
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022–2024 | The Responder | Casey | 10 episodes |
| 2023 | Rain Dogs | Frida | Episode: "Jesus Loves a Hustler" |
| Black Mirror | Suzie | Episode: "Demon 79" | |
| Chuck Chuck Baby | Amy | Film | |
| COBRA | Polly Wright | 4 episodes | |
| 2024 | Mary & George | Jenny | 6 episodes |
| Joy | Lily | Film | |
| Saturday Night | Laraine Newman | Film | |
| 2025 | House of Guinness | Anne Guinness[15] | Lead role |
| 2025 | The Choral | Bella | Film |
| 2026 | It Gets Worse† | Abi | Filming[16][17] |
References
[edit]- ^ "Instagram".
- ^ "Emily Fairn". gsmd.ac.uk. Retrieved 29 June 2023.
- ^ Ramsden, Sam (26 January 2022). "Casey's Accent In The Responder Is Boss For A Very Good Reason". Bustle.com. Retrieved 29 June 2023.
- ^ "The Responder's cast and creator discuss the new drama about life on the front line of British policing". bbc.co.uk. 19 January 2022. Retrieved 29 June 2023.
- ^ Robinson, Abby (21 April 2023). "The Responder writer gives season 2 update and teases "good names"". Radio Times. Retrieved 29 June 2023.
- ^ Saunders, Huw (12 April 2023). "Rain Dogs: Season 1 Review – When It Rains". Culture Vultures. Retrieved 29 June 2023.
- ^ "Emily Fairn". Comedy.co.uk. Retrieved 29 June 2023.
- ^ Cormack, Morgan (25 June 2023). "Meet the cast of Black Mirror season 6". Radio Times. Retrieved 29 June 2023.
- ^ McIntosh, Steven (19 May 2023). "Brokeback Mountain: Lucas Hedges and Mike Faist play receives middling reviews". bbc.com. Retrieved 29 June 2023.
- ^ Cohen, Alexander (17 May 2023). "Interview: 'I Know I'm Going to Learn So Much': Emily Fairn on Accents, Opportunities and Making Her Stage Debut in Brokeback Mountain". Broadway World. Retrieved 29 June 2023.
- ^ Curtis, Nick (19 May 2023). "Brokeback Mountain at @sohoplace review: this stripped-back show is a potent, subtle piece of dramatic alchemy". Evening Standard. Retrieved 29 June 2023.
- ^ Mountford, Fiona (19 May 2023). "Brokeback Mountain, @sohoplace review: Lucas Hedges and Mike Faist are splendid as secret lovers". iNews. Retrieved 29 June 2023.
- ^ Tabbara, Mona (22 March 2022). "UK chicken factory musical 'Chuck Chuck Baby' starts shooting in Wales (exclusive)". Screen Daily. Retrieved 29 June 2023.
- ^ Gant, Charles (28 June 2023). "Stars of Tomorrow 2023: Emily Fairn (actor)". Screen Daily. Retrieved 29 June 2023.
- ^ Shafer, Ellise (14 March 2024). "Julie Delpy-Suranne Jones Political Series 'The Choice,' Real Estate Show 'Buying London,' Marian Keyes' 'Grown Ups' Adaptation Among Netflix U.K. Commissions". Variety. Retrieved 14 March 2024.
- ^ Whittock, Jesse. "'It Gets Worse': Host Of Names Joining A24's Comedy Series For Channel 4 As Cameras Roll; First-Look Image". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved 19 October 2025.
- ^ Lewis, George (18 October 2025). "Andrew Scott joins all-star cast for new British sitcom from Motherland and Derry Girls team". Digital Spy. Retrieved 19 October 2025.
External links
[edit]- Emily Fairn at IMDb
- Emily Fairn on Instagram
Emily Fairn
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Early life and education
Early life
Emily Fairn was born on 16 September 1998 in Liverpool, Merseyside, England.[1] She was raised in the working-class suburb of Stockbridge Village, often nicknamed "Canny Farm" by locals, where she grew up immersed in Liverpudlian culture alongside her family.[8] Her mother worked in banking, while her father imported fruit and vegetables, and she has a younger sister; Fairn has noted that she was the first in her family to pursue drama school.[9][10] As a child, Fairn was academically inclined, initially envisioning a university path in mathematics rather than the performing arts.[11] However, during her final year of secondary school, she experienced a pivotal shift, realizing her longstanding aptitude for performance could become a career, which sparked her interest in acting amid Liverpool's vibrant creative environment.[11] This realization set the stage for her subsequent formal training.Education and training
Emily Fairn, born and raised in Liverpool, relocated to London to pursue formal acting training at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, where her regional upbringing provided a strong foundation for developing her natural Liverpudlian accent.[12][13][14] She was admitted to the Drama Department on her first audition attempt, a notable achievement given the high competition, as most applicants require multiple years of preparation.[11] This move from her working-class Liverpool background presented financial challenges, including the high costs of auditions (£60–£100 each), which her mother supported with a one-time gift, limiting Fairn to a single opportunity without a safety net.[14][11] During her three-year program, Fairn honed a range of performance skills essential to her acting career, including a strong soprano singing voice and proficiency in various accents, building on her innate ear for dialects.[12] She also received training in physical disciplines such as ballet, show dance, period dance, tap, and stage combat, which equipped her for diverse roles across stage and screen.[12] As a Guildhall Scholar and member of the National Youth Theatre, Fairn's dedication was inspired by her mother's unwavering encouragement, which motivated her to overcome the lack of familial industry connections and the perception in Liverpool that acting was an unattainable profession.[12][14] Fairn graduated from Guildhall in 2020, with her Spotlight profile (3499-9089-8775) reflecting her readiness for professional work through these specialized trainings.[12][11]Career
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Episodes/Notes | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022–2024 | The Responder | Casey | 10 episodes (7 in Season 1, 3 in Season 2) | Main cast |
| 2023 | Rain Dogs | Frida | 1 episode ("Jesus Loves a Hustler") | Guest star |
| 2023 | Black Mirror | Suzie | 1 episode ("Demon 79") | Guest star |
| 2023 | COBRA: Rebellion | Polly Wright | 4 episodes (Season 3) | Recurring guest |
| 2024 | Mary & George | Jenny | 6 episodes | Main cast |
| 2025 | House of Guinness | Anne Plunket (née Guinness) | Lead role; 8 episodes | Main cast |
| 2026 | It Gets Worse | Abi | Upcoming | Main cast |
Film
Fairn transitioned to film roles in 2023 following her television work.| Year | Title | Role | Type | Director | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Elicit | Young Felicity | Short | Stacha Hicks | [17] |
| 2023 | Chuck Chuck Baby | Amy | Feature | Janis Pugh | Musical drama.[18] |
| 2024 | Joy | Lily | Feature | Ben Taylor | Biographical drama.[19] |
| 2024 | Saturday Night | Laraine Newman | Feature | Jason Reitman | Biopic about SNL origins.[20] |
| 2025 | The Choral | Bella | Feature | Nicholas Hytner | World War I-era drama.[21] |
Theatre
Fairn's stage credits post-2020 are limited but mark her transition from screen to live performance, drawing on her training at Guildhall School of Music & Drama.[22]| Year | Production Title | Role | Venue | Director | Run Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Brokeback Mountain | Alma | @sohoplace, London | Jonathan Butterell | 10 May – 12 August 2023[22][23] |
| 2023 | Cuckoo (workshop) | Megyn | N/A | Vicky Featherstone | N/A[22] |
Recognition
Awards and nominations
In 2023, Fairn was selected as one of the UK Stars of Tomorrow by Screen International, an annual showcase recognizing emerging talents in film and television for their potential impact on the industry.[24] That same year, she received a nomination for Best West End Debut Performer at The Stage Debut Awards for her role as Alma in the West End production of Brokeback Mountain, highlighting her breakthrough in theatre.[25] In 2024, Fairn shared in a win for Best Ensemble in the Cinema & Photography category at the International World Photography Awards for her performance as Young Felicity in the short film Elicit.[26] These early honors, coming shortly after her 2020 graduation from the Guildhall School of Music & Drama, underscore Fairn's swift ascent from drama school to prominent roles across stage and screen.[12]| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Screen International Stars of Tomorrow | Emerging Talent | N/A | Selected |
| 2023 | The Stage Debut Awards | Best West End Debut Performer | Brokeback Mountain | Nominated |
| 2024 | International World Photography Awards | Best Ensemble (Cinema & Photography) | Elicit | Winner (shared) |
Critical reception
Critics have praised Emily Fairn's portrayal of Casey in The Responder, highlighting her ability to infuse the character with authenticity and vitality. Martin Freeman, who plays Chris Carson, noted in the BBC media pack that Fairn's audition tape revealed a "real lightness and freshness" to the role, avoiding a stereotypical depiction of a drug addict by making Casey "very much alive, funny, irreverent and surprising."[27] Reviewers echoed this, with the Evening Standard describing her as delivering a "scene-stealing" performance that forms a "hilarious and heartbreaking" dynamic alongside co-star Josh Finan, capturing the raw emotional depth of Casey's struggles.[28] In series two, The Independent commended Fairn for being "excellent" in providing levity amid the show's gloom, underscoring her skill in balancing humor and hardship.[29] The Liverpool Echo further noted that she has "earned rave reviews" for her "incredible performance," emphasizing her natural embodiment of the character's Scouse resilience.[8] Fairn's stage debut as Alma in the 2023 West End production of Brokeback Mountain also garnered acclaim for its emotional nuance. The Evening Standard review highlighted her "startling assurance" as a newcomer, capturing the "real attraction, and then real bitterness" in Alma's marriage to Ennis amid the story's themes of closeted love.[30] The Guardian observed that Fairn effectively "captures the impact of closeted male homosexuality on the women caught within its doubleness," contributing to the production's atmospheric tension.[31] London Theatre praised her as making a "fantastic stage debut," portraying Alma's confusion, fear, and anger with conviction over the play's 20-year span.[32] In her supporting role as Suzie in the Black Mirror episode "Demon 79," Fairn added to the supernatural thriller's eerie atmosphere, appearing in key scenes that heighten the narrative's moral and temporal tension. While the episode received mixed overall reception for its departure from the series' tech-focused roots, Frame Rated noted the ensemble's strong contributions to the story's emotional vulnerability and complexity, with Fairn's brief but pivotal presence enhancing the 1979 setting's dread.[33] Fairn has been widely regarded as a rising star, with Screen International naming her one of the UK Stars of Tomorrow in 2023 for her breakout work in The Responder and subsequent versatility across genres.[24] By 2025, outlets like Vogue continued to spotlight her as a "rising star," citing her range in projects from gritty dramas like The Responder to period pieces such as House of Guinness, where she navigates complex matriarchal roles with strength.[9] BroadwayWorld interviews emphasized her adaptability with accents—from Scouse in The Responder to Wyoming in Brokeback Mountain—and her enthusiasm for diverse opportunities, positioning her as a multifaceted talent.[34] While some early critiques noted her newcomer status might limit depth in lead roles, positive trends highlight her growth, with consistent praise for blending humor, vulnerability, and intensity, signaling strong potential in television, film, and theatre.[24] Fairn's performance as Laraine Newman in the 2024 film Saturday Night, depicting the debut of [Saturday Night Live](/page/Saturday Night Live), drew specific praise; the real Laraine Newman called her portrayal "brilliant" in interviews, noting its authenticity amid the film's chaotic ensemble dynamic, which earned generally positive reviews for its energy and historical reimagining.[35] In the 2024 film Joy, her role as Lily contributed to the biopic's favorable reception (Metacritic score of 62/100), lauded for its heartwarming depiction of IVF pioneers. Her lead as Anne Plunket in the 2025 Netflix series House of Guinness has been highlighted for its strength, with the show earning a 7.4/10 on IMDb as of November 2025 and critics noting her resilient portrayal amid the family saga's empire-building themes.[36]Filmography
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Episodes/Notes | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | COBRA | PC Jess Lunt | 4 episodes (Season 1) | Recurring guest |
| 2022–2024 | The Responder | Casey | 10 episodes (7 in Season 1, 3 in Season 2) | Main cast |
| 2023 | Rain Dogs | Frida | 1 episode ("Jesus Loves a Hustler") | Guest star |
| 2023 | Black Mirror | Suzie | 1 episode ("Demon 79") | Guest star |
| 2023 | COBRA: Rebellion | Polly Wright | 4 episodes (Season 3) | Recurring guest |
| 2024 | Mary & George | Jenny | 6 episodes | Main cast |
| 2025 | House of Guinness | Anne Plunket (née Guinness) | Lead role; 8 episodes | Main cast |
| 2026 | The Reckoning | Gillian | Upcoming | Guest star |
| 2026 | It Gets Worse | Abi | Filming (as of November 2025) | Main cast |
Film
Fairn transitioned to film roles in 2023 following her television work.| Year | Title | Role | Type | Director | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Elicit | Young Felicity | Short | Stacha Hicks | [17] |
| 2023 | Chuck Chuck Baby | Amy | Feature | Janis Pugh | Musical drama.[18] |
| 2024 | Joy | Lily | Feature | Ben Taylor | Biographical drama.[19] |
| 2024 | Saturday Night | Laraine Newman | Feature | Jason Reitman | Biopic about SNL origins.[20] |
| 2025 | The Choral | Bella | Feature | Nicholas Hytner | World War I-era drama.[21] |
Theatre
Fairn's stage credits post-2020 are limited but mark her transition from screen to live performance, drawing on her training at Guildhall School of Music & Drama.[22]| Year | Production Title | Role | Venue | Director | Run Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Brokeback Mountain | Alma | @sohoplace, London | Jonathan Butterell | 10 May – 12 August 2023[22][23] |
| 2023 | Cuckoo (workshop) | Megyn | N/A | Vicky Featherstone | N/A[22] |