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Eva Birthistle (born 16 April 1974) is an Irish actress and writer.[1] She is best known for her roles in Bad Sisters and Ae Fond Kiss..., and for her work on The Last Kingdom between 2015 and 2022. She won the London Film Critics Circle British or Irish Actress of the Year Award in 2004, and has twice won the IFTA Best Actress in a Leading Role (Film) award.

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Early life and education

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Birthistle was born in Bray, County Wicklow, Republic of Ireland, but moved with her family to Derry, Northern Ireland when she was 14. She was raised Catholic but attended the non-denominational Foyle College.[2] After her GCSEs, she studied acting at The Gaiety School of Acting in Dublin.[1]

Career

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In 1995, she got her first TV role as Regina Crosbie in the serial Glenroe. She stayed for three years until 1998. She was offered her first feature film in 1997, All Souls' Day by Alan Gilsenan. She played a variety of roles in Irish films, including Drinking Crude (1997),[3] co-starring Colin Farrell, and TV movie Miracle at Midnight (1998), with Mia Farrow. In 2002, Eva appeared in Sunday, a dramatisation of the events of Bloody Sunday written by Jimmy McGovern.[3]

In 2003, she appeared in the TV series Trust before starring as Roisin Hanlon in the Ken Loach movie Ae Fond Kiss... (2003–04), which won her the 2005 London Critics Circle Film Award as "British Actress of the Year". She appeared in Breakfast on Pluto, Imagine Me & You and Save Angel Hope (by Lukas Erni) in 2005, and in Brian Kirk's Middletown in 2006. She starred as human rights lawyer Jane Lavery in the TV conspiracy drama The State Within, and played Rosaleen in the Taken at the Flood episode of Agatha Christie's Poirot in 2006. In late 2007, she featured as Rembrandt's wife Saskia van Uylenburg in the historical drama, Nightwatching by Peter Greenaway.[3]

She featured in the BBC drama The Last Enemy in early 2008, playing the role of Eleanor Brooke, a junior minister. In 2009, she portrayed Jenette in the last episode of the second season of the BBC hit series Ashes to Ashes.[4] She also appeared in two successful horror films The Children (2008) and Wake Wood (2011). In 2010, she won Best Actress at the Myrtle Beach International Film Festival for her acclaimed performance as a lovelorn paralegal in Curt Truninger's The Rendezvous.[5]

She played "Annette Nicholls" in the 2010 three-part TV series Five Daughters. She appeared as Detective Superintendent Sarah Cavendish in the ninth, and final, series of Waking the Dead. In 2011, Birthistle appeared in the Sky1 TV series Strike Back: Project Dawn as Captain Kate Marshall.[6] In 2013, Birthistle co-starred with Anna Friel in the Sky1 TV production The Psychopath Next Door.[7] In Brooklyn she played Georgina, the cabin-mate of Eilis (Saoirse Ronan), mentoring her in surviving the voyage to New York and dealing with immigration to the US. In 2014, she portrayed Sarah Bailey in the miniseries Amber. Since 2015, she has starred in The Last Kingdom as Hild, a nun turned warrior and friend of Uhtred of Bebbanburg. She appeared in the 2017 Irish film The Delinquent Season opposite Cillian Murphy.[1][3]

In 2020 she made her directorial debut with the short film Kathleen Was Here, starring Hazel Doupe. In 2024, she expanded it into her feature directorial debut, Kathleen Is Here, also starring Doupe as the title character.

Personal life

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Birthistle's husband, Ross, is an acupuncturist. They have a son, Jesse, born in 2013, and a daughter, Joni (named after Joni Mitchell), born in 2017.[1]

Filmography

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Eva Birthistle in Here With Me (2014)

Film

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Year Film Role Notes Ref.
1997 All Souls' Day Nicole [8]
Drinking Crude [9]
1998 Miracle at Midnight Karin Television film [10]
The American Noemie Nioche Television film [11]
Getting Close Jane Short film [12]
1999 Making Ends Meet Kathy [13]
2000 Saltwater Deborah McCeever [14]
Borstal Boy Liz Joyce [15]
Coolockland Bird Short film [16]
2002 Sunday Maura Young Television film [17]
2003 Mystics Samantha [18]
2004 Timbuktu Isobel [19]
Ae Fond Kiss ... Roisin Hanlon [20]
2005 The Baby War Megan Television film [21]
Breakfast on Pluto Eily Bergin [22]
Imagine Me & You Edie [23]
2006 Middletown Caroline [24]
2007 The Martyr's Crown Mrs. Clougherty Short film [25]
Nightwatching Saskia van Uylenburgh [26]
Save Angel Hope Renee Frye [27]
2008 The Daisy Chain Cat [28]
Reverb Maddy [29]
The Children Elaine [30]
2009 Wake Wood Louise Daley [31]
2010 The Crossing Short film [32]
The Rendezvous Jackie [5]
2012 Day of the Flowers Rosa [33]
2013 Life's a Breeze Margaret [34]
The Psychopath Next Door Marianne Moran Television film [7]
2014 Noble Sister Laura [35]
Here with Me Emily Short film [36]
2015 Brooklyn Georgina [37]
Swansong Karen Prince [38]
2016 The Circuit Nat Television film [39]
2018 The Delinquent Season Danielle [40]
TBA Rose's Baby Saffron Filming [41]

Television

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Year Title Role Notes Ref.
1996–1998 Glenroe Regina Crosbie Recurring role [42]
1999 DDU: District Detective Unit Mary Kelly Episode: "Unforgiven" [43]
2001 In Deep Tina Shaw Episode: "Ghost Squad" [44]
2002 Holby City Vicky Episode: "Cruel to Be Kind" [43]
2003 Trust Maria Acklam Miniseries; 6 episodes [45]
Silent Witness Lauren Hathaway Episode: "Fatal Error" [46]
2006 Agatha Christie's Poirot Rosaleen Episode: "Taken at the Flood" [47]
The State Within Jane Lavery Miniseries; 6 episodes [48]
2008 The Last Enemy Eleanor Brooke Miniseries; 5 episodes [49]
2009 Ashes to Ashes Jenette Episode: "Series 2, Episode 8" [50]
2010 Five Daughters Annette Nicholls Miniseries; 3 episodes [51]
2011 Waking the Dead DSI Sarah Cavendish Series regular; 10 episodes [52]
Strike Back: Project Dawn Captain Kate Marshall Recurring role; 6 episodes [53]
2012 Case Sensitive Ruth Blacksmith Episode: "The Other Half Lives" [54]
2014 Amber Sarah Bailey Miniseries; 4 episodes [55]
Vera Kate Darrow Episode: "On Harbour Street" [56]
2015–2022 The Last Kingdom Hild Recurring role; 17 episodes [57]
2018 The Bisexual Laura Miniseries; 5 episodes [58]
2021 Fate: The Winx Saga Vanessa Peters Recurring role; 3 episodes [59]
Behind Her Eyes Marianne Episode: "Behind Her Eyes" [60]
2022–present Bad Sisters Ursula Flynn Series regular [61]

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Eva Birthistle (born 16 April 1974) is an Irish actress, writer, and director known for her acclaimed performances in film and television, as well as her transition into directing. Born in , she trained at the Gaiety School of Acting in , making her professional debut as Regina Crosbie in the Irish Glenroe. Over a career spanning more than two decades, Birthistle has earned critical recognition for roles that often explore complex emotional and social themes, including Roisin Hanlon in Ken Loach's Ae Fond Kiss... (2004) and Hild in the historical drama series (2015–2022). Her breakthrough came with Ae Fond Kiss..., for which she received the London Film Critics' Circle British Actress of the Year award in 2004 and the IFTA for in a Leading Role (Film) in 2004. Birthistle won the IFTA in a Leading Role (Film) a second time in 2007 for her portrayal of a mother in the Middletown, and later secured the IFTA in a Lead Role – Television in 2014 for her role in the miniseries . Notable film appearances also include (2005), (2015), and (2018), while on television, she has appeared in (2022–present) as Ursula Garvey, earning an IFTA nomination for Best Supporting Actress in 2023. In addition to acting, Birthistle has expanded into writing and directing, debuting with the Kathleen Was Here in 2020 before her feature-length directorial debut Kathleen Is Here (2024), a starring . The film won Best Film, Best Director – Film, and Best Script – Film at the 2025 Irish Film & Television Awards, marking a significant milestone in her multifaceted career.

Early years

Birth and family background

Eva Birthistle was born on 16 April 1974 in , . She is the youngest of three siblings, with an elder brother who works as a composer for and documentaries, and an elder sister who is a . Her father served as the managing director of a clothes factory, a position that later prompted the family's relocation, while her mother was involved in community work at primary schools. Birthistle was raised in a Catholic household, reflecting the cultural and religious environment of her early years in Ireland. She attended a school run by the Loreto nuns in Bray, which provided an initial foundation in a faith-based educational setting before the family circumstances changed. In 1988, at the age of 14, Birthistle moved with her family to Derry, Northern Ireland, due to her father's job relocation. There, she attended Foyle College, a non-denominational institution that was predominantly Protestant, marking a shift from her Catholic upbringing; she later described her family's Catholicism as cultural rather than strictly observant and noted rejecting the religion during her teenage years. During her school years in Derry, Birthistle's interest in performing arts emerged, supported by her family's encouragement to pursue her passions without reservation. She enrolled in a performing arts course at the local technical college, where the familial backing played a key role in nurturing her early creative inclinations.

Education and training

Following her family's relocation to Derry in 1988, which provided access to the city's educational resources, Eva Birthistle attended the Foyle College. She completed her GCSEs there in the early 1990s, during a period when she lacked a clear direction for her future career. Birthistle's interest in performance was initially sparked through early involvement in local theater and school productions in Derry, fostering her passion for . Uncertain after her GCSEs, she enrolled in a Performing Arts course at North West Regional College, where her drama teacher, Gordon Fulton, recognized her talent and encouraged her onstage work, shifting her focus from technical roles to performing. This experience solidified her commitment to as a profession. Subsequently, Birthistle moved to to enroll at The Gaiety School of Acting, a leading institution for professional training. She graduated from the school's intensive program, where she honed her skills in classical and contemporary techniques, preparing her for a career in stage and screen.

Professional career

Beginnings in acting

Following her graduation from the Gaiety School of Acting in in 1995, Eva Birthistle transitioned into the professional acting world by securing agent representation and pursuing auditions within Ireland's burgeoning entertainment scene. The school's rigorous training in stage techniques and performance fundamentals equipped her with the foundational skills necessary for early opportunities, allowing her to navigate initial casting calls in a competitive landscape dominated by television and emerging independent productions. Birthistle's breakthrough into professional work came swiftly with her debut role as the scheming Regina Crosbie on the long-running Irish Glenroe, where she appeared from 1995 to 1998. This recurring television part marked her first sustained on-screen presence, providing steady exposure and experience in serialized drama while she honed her craft amid the demands of weekly filming schedules. To build her resume during these formative years, Birthistle took on minor television appearances and contributed to early theater endeavors rooted in her training, though the Irish industry at the time offered limited outlets for young performers beyond soaps and small-scale stage work. As a emerging Irish actress in the , she encountered significant hurdles, including fierce competition for roles in a modestly sized domestic market and financial instability that required her to supplement acting income with waitressing jobs for nearly a decade. These challenges prompted considerations of relocation abroad, ultimately leading her to base herself in by the late to access broader international auditions and opportunities.

Film roles

Eva Birthistle achieved her breakthrough in cinema with the role of Roisin Hanlon, an Irish Catholic music in , in Ken Loach's 2004 drama Ae Fond Kiss.... In the film, her character embarks on an interracial romance with a young Pakistani man, navigating cultural clashes, family opposition, and post-9/11 tensions in Britain. Birthistle's nuanced performance, blending vulnerability and defiance, earned her the London Film Critics Circle British Actress of the Year award and the Irish Film and Television Academy (IFTA) award, marking her as a rising talent in independent British cinema. The following year, Birthistle appeared in two contrasting films that showcased her versatility in supporting roles. As Eily Bergin in Neil Jordan's (2005), she portrayed the brief but poignant figure of the protagonist's mother, a young woman whose fleeting encounter with a priest sets the narrative in motion amid Ireland's Troubles-era backdrop. Her subtle depiction added emotional depth to the film's exploration of identity and abandonment. In Ol Parker's romantic comedy (2005), she played Edie, the supportive best friend to the lead florist, contributing to the lighthearted tone while highlighting themes of self-discovery in relationships. Birthistle continued to take on complex characters in during the late 2000s and 2010s. In The Daisy Chain (2008), she portrayed Cat, the pragmatic sister of a grieving widower, in a supernatural thriller that delves into rural and familial bonds strained by loss and mystery. Her grounded performance provided a to the film's eerie atmosphere. She followed this with the lead role of Louise in the horror Wake Wood (2011), where her character, a mourning her daughter's death, turns to a pagan for solace, embodying raw parental grief and desperation. Critics praised her heartfelt portrayal for anchoring the film's emotional core amid its supernatural elements. In John Crowley's (2015), Birthistle played Georgina, a wise and forthright fellow traveler aiding the young Irish immigrant protagonist on her transatlantic voyage, subtly underscoring themes of displacement and solidarity among expatriates. Throughout her film career, Birthistle's choices often reflect recurring motifs of Irish identity, familial ties, and social challenges, from cultural integration in Ae Fond Kiss... to immigration struggles in Brooklyn and bereavement in Wake Wood. Her television prominence, including in series like Bad Sisters, has further amplified opportunities in these cinematic explorations. More recently, she expanded into directing with Kathleen Is Here (2024), a drama addressing foster care and social isolation in Ireland, though her primary focus remains on acting roles that illuminate personal and societal tensions.

Television roles

Birthistle began her television career in Ireland with her debut role as the rebellious Regina Crosbie in the long-running Glenroe, appearing from 1995 to 1998 and establishing her presence in Irish . She continued with early Irish productions, including the 2006 TV Middletown, where she portrayed Caroline, the resilient wife navigating family tensions in a rural community. Transitioning to British television, Birthistle took on supporting roles in political thrillers and dramas, such as Jane Lavery, a entangled in international intrigue, in the 2006 BBC . In 2008, she played Eleanor Brooke, a scientist grappling with ethical dilemmas amid a plot, in the BBC The Last Enemy. Her guest appearance as Kate Darrow, a compassionate manager, in the 2014 episode "On Harbour Street" of the ITV crime series Vera further showcased her versatility in procedural formats. Birthistle's recurring role as Hild in the historical drama (2015–2022) marked a significant breakthrough, portraying a devout yet fierce who evolves into a warrior and trusted ally to the protagonist across 17 episodes. In the Apple TV+ dark comedy-thriller (2022–present), she embodies Ursula Garvey, the middle sister and nurse who serves as a stressed mediator within her , navigating and secrets in a narrative of sisterly bonds and retribution. These extended engagements in serialized television have bolstered Birthistle's career longevity, earning her IFTA nominations for Best Supporting Actress in Drama for in 2018 and in 2023, while amplifying her international profile through global streaming platforms. Her film acclaim, including awards for Ae Fond Kiss..., opened doors to these high-profile TV opportunities.

Directing and writing

Eva Birthistle made her directorial debut with the Kathleen Was Here in , which she also wrote. The 10-minute drama follows an 18-year-old woman navigating life after leaving the system, exploring themes of isolation and the struggle to find belonging. Birthistle developed the story from an initial idea inspired by a real-life diary, marking her entry into writing as a means to transition behind the camera after years as an . This short laid the groundwork for her feature-length expansion, Kathleen Is Here (2024), which Birthistle wrote and directed. The film continues the protagonist Kathleen's story, now played by , as she returns to her hometown following her biological mother's death, delving deeper into personal themes of family fragmentation, resilience, and the emotional voids left by institutional care. Birthistle has described the project as a decade-long endeavor, begun while raising her own children, driven by a passion to illuminate the overlooked challenges faced by young adults aging out of in Ireland. Her acting background informed her approach to directing performances, allowing her to foster authentic emotional depth in the cast. As part of a emerging cohort of female filmmakers reshaping Irish cinema, Birthistle's move to directing addresses the underrepresentation of women in key creative roles within the industry. Kathleen Is Here premiered at the in June 2024, where it was praised for blending gritty realism with psychological tension and maintaining a thread of hope amid melancholy. It received a theatrical release in Ireland on October 18, 2024, and has been positively received by critics for its authentic portrayal of experiences, with a 100% approval rating on as of late 2024, later becoming available on . Subsequent screenings at festivals including the Irish Film Festa in , the Irish Film Festival, and the Capital Irish Film Festival in 2025 garnered further acclaim for its arresting character study and Doupe's compelling lead performance. Critics highlighted the film's authentic , noting its suspenseful yet somber examination of obsession and isolation as a "steadfast and riveting ride" with impressive pacing.

Personal life

Marriages and relationships

Birthistle was first married to Raife Burchell in 2006. Their marriage ended in an amicable in 2014, with no children from the union; Birthistle has described the separation as "very sad but not an angry ," noting that they remained good friends afterward. She has been married to acupuncturist Ross John Barr since the mid-2010s, after meeting him around 2011 when she lived above his practice. The couple resides in , where Barr operates his clinic specializing in fertility and wellness treatments for high-profile clients. In interviews, Birthistle has reflected on the challenges of maintaining relationships amid the demands of her rising career in the early 2000s, particularly the strain of frequent travel and irregular schedules on personal partnerships. She has credited supportive partners for helping her navigate these pressures during periods of intense professional focus, such as following her breakthrough roles.

Family and children

Birthistle and her husband, acupuncturist Ross Barr, welcomed their first child, a son named Jesse (after ), in 2014. Their second child, a daughter named Joni after musician , was born in 2017. The family makes their home in , where Birthistle has balanced the demands of parenting with her professional commitments. She has described the early months after Joni's birth as particularly intense, recalling an occasion when she felt physically overwhelmed yet was encouraged by medical staff to prioritize her husband's experience during labor. Birthistle returned to work shortly after Joni's arrival for necessary reshoots on a project, highlighting her approach to integrating motherhood with ongoing career responsibilities. Despite their primary residence in the UK, the family maintains strong ties to , with Birthistle making regular visits to see her parents and to film projects like , much of which is set and shot in .

Recognition

Major awards

Eva Birthistle received the London Film Critics' Circle Award for British Actress of the Year in 2004 for her performance in Ae Fond Kiss..., directed by , recognizing her nuanced portrayal of a woman navigating cultural and romantic tensions. This accolade marked a pivotal moment in her career, highlighting her as a rising talent in British and Irish cinema. In the same year, she won the Award for in a Leading Role – Film for Ae Fond Kiss..., further affirming her breakthrough performance and establishing her reputation for authentic, emotionally resonant roles. Birthistle secured another IFTA in the category in 2007 for her leading role in Middletown, a drama exploring rural Irish life, which showcased her versatility in independent filmmaking. She also won the IFTA in a Lead Role – Television in 2014 for her performance in the miniseries . While nominated for the British Independent Film Award for Best Actress for Ae Fond Kiss... in 2004, Birthistle's subsequent supporting role recognitions, including IFTA nods, contributed to her growing acclaim in ensemble projects. These major wins significantly elevated her profile, opening doors to prominent roles in both Irish and British productions and solidifying her status as a key figure in contemporary cinema.

Nominations and honors

Birthistle received early recognition for her role in the 2004 film Ae Fond Kiss..., earning a nomination for at the . She was also nominated for in a Scottish at the 2004 Awards for the same performance. That year, she was selected as one of the Shooting Stars by the European Film Promotion, highlighting emerging European talent at the . In television, Birthistle garnered an IFTA nomination for Best Supporting Actress in Drama in 2018 for her role as Hild in The Last Kingdom. She received another IFTA nomination in 2023, this time for Best Supporting Actress in Drama as Ursula Garvey in Bad Sisters. Transitioning to directing, Birthistle's debut feature Kathleen Is Here (2024) earned her IFTA nominations in 2025 for Best Director – Film and Best Script – Film, marking her first such accolades in these categories despite no prior directing nominations. These honors underscore her expanding contributions beyond acting, though post-2023 acting nominations remain limited in public records.
YearAwardCategoryWorkResult
2004Best ActressAe Fond Kiss...Nominated
2004BAFTA Scotland AwardsBest Actress in a Scottish Feature FilmAe Fond Kiss...Nominated
2004European Film PromotionShooting StarsN/ASelected
2014IFTA AwardsBest Actress in a Lead Role – TelevisionWon
2018IFTA AwardsBest Supporting Actress in DramaNominated
2023IFTA AwardsBest Supporting Actress in DramaNominated
2025IFTA AwardsBest Director – FilmKathleen Is HereNominated
2025IFTA AwardsBest Script – FilmKathleen Is HereNominated

Filmography

Films

Eva Birthistle's film career spans from short films in the late 1990s to feature-length works and directing projects in the 2020s. The following is a chronological list of her cinematic credits, including acting roles and directing contributions.
YearTitleRole
1997Nicole
1997Drinking CrudeKaren
1998Getting CloseJane
1999Making Ends MeetKathy
2000SaltwaterDeborah McCeever
2000Liz Joyce
2002Bernadette
2004Ae Fond Kiss...Roisin Hanlon
2005Edie
2005Eily Bergin
2007Rachel
2008The ChildrenElaine
2009ReverbMira
2009Rembrandt's Geertje Dircx
2010The Daisy ChainDoris
2010The RendezvousJackie
2010The CrossingLeah
2011Wake WoodLouise
2012Day of the FlowersRosa
2013Life's a BreezeMargaret
2014NobleSister Laura
2014Here with MeEmily
2015BrooklynGeorgina
2015SwansongKaren Prince
2017The Delinquent SeasonDanielle
2020Kathleen Was HereDirector/Writer
2024Kathleen Is HereDirector
TBAThe Body Is WaterRuth
TBARose's BabySaffron
2025StraySam

Television

Eva Birthistle began her television career in the mid-1990s with a recurring role in the Irish soap opera Glenroe, where she portrayed Regina Crosbie from 1995 to 1998. Her early guest appearances included Tina Shaw in the episode "Ghost Squad" of In Deep (2001). She continued with supporting roles such as Maura Young in the drama (2002), Vicky in the episode "" (2002), and Maria Acklam in the miniseries Trust (2003), appearing in all six episodes as a . In 2003, Birthistle guest-starred as Lauren Hathaway across two episodes of in season 7. Her subsequent credits included Rosaleen (also credited as Eileen) in the episode "Taken at the Flood" (2006) and Jane Lavery in the political thriller miniseries (2006), a main role spanning all six episodes. Birthistle took on recurring roles in The Last Enemy (2008) as Eleanor Brooke over five episodes and in (2010) as Annette Nicholls across three episodes. She also appeared as Jenette in the Ashes to Ashes episode "#2.8" (2009). From 2010 to 2012, she had main roles as Capt. Kate Marshall in season 2 of Strike Back (10 episodes, 2011), Det. Supt. Sarah Cavendish in series 9 of Waking the Dead (10 episodes, 2011), and Ruth Blacksmith in two episodes of Case Sensitive (2012). Her mid-2010s television work featured guest roles as Kate Darrow in the Vera episode "On Harbour Street" (2014) and Sarah Bailey in the miniseries Amber (2014, recurring over four episodes). She then portrayed Hild as a recurring character in The Last Kingdom from 2015 to 2022, appearing in 17 episodes. Later credits include Laura in the miniseries (2018, five episodes, recurring), Vanessa Peters in three episodes of Fate: The Winx Saga (2021, recurring), and Marianne in the Netflix miniseries Behind Her Eyes (2021). Since 2022, Birthistle has played the main role of Ursula Garvey (also known as Ursula Flynn) in , appearing in both season 1 (2022) and season 2 (2024). As of November 2025, the series has concluded with no further seasons confirmed, and no additional television projects have been announced.

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