Every TV actor’s dream is to get a leading role on a popular TV show, and that dream has become a reality for Emma Paetz. Although she is relatively new to the industry she’s already gotten a significant break that has helped launch her career. The talented actress is best known for playing Martha Kane in the TV series Pennyworth. Thanks to the role, Emma has become an international star, showing that she has the depth and skill to play a character with many layers. As her career goes on, it will be interesting to see what other kinds of characters Emma gets the chance to play. Keep reading to learn ten things you didn’t know about Emma Paetz.
1. She Is A Formally Trained Actress
Emma’s natural talent shines through every time she steps in front of the camera, but she’s also put in a lot of hard work to help herself reach her full potential. She studied at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London. The school is known for producing several notable alums, including Lily James, Michaela Coel, and Daniel Craig.
2. Emma Paetz debuted in 2005.
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For how good she is on screen, you could be mistaken to think that she has been acting all her life. Emma made her on-screen debut in 2005. Emma played Stephanie, walker in the movie Selling innocence. She stood out in this performance and went on to appear in other projects on TV and in movies.
3. She Has Less Than 10 On Screen Credits
Emma approaches each role with the poise and professionalism of someone who has been in the business for decades. Therefore, some people will be shocked to know she only has eight acting credits. She has only been acting consistently for the last five years regarding screen work. She has appeared in tv series like Gentleman jack(2019), Press (2018), and The Looming Tower (2018).
4. She Loves Theater
Even though she doesn’t have the most extensive list of on-screen credits, Emma has plenty of experience. Like many other talented actors, she got her start in theatre and has been a part of several stage productions, including a 2017 run of the play No Place for a Woman.
5. Emma Paetz Loves Complex Roles
Every actor has something different that draws them to a role. For Emma, that thing is complexity. During an interview with Small Things Theatre, Emma shared that she is especially drawn to playing characters who have complex layers. Viewers would also agree that she has the talent to pull it off. With the end of the Pennyworth series, we’re sure we will see her on various shows.
6. She Didn’t Think She Could Play Someone Like Martha
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Being cast as Martha has been the most significant thing to happen to Emma in her career, but during an interview with Yahoo, she admitted that she didn’t think she’d ever get a role like that. She said, “In my career, I didn’t see myself as someone who would get to take on those sorts of roles, so it has been pretty cool.” Now that she’s gotten the chance to play Martha, she says it’s been a great experience.
7. She Likes To Make Viewers Think
TV shows, movies, and plays were all designed to keep people entertained, but that isn’t the only thing Emma hopes to do with her work. She hopes that the projects she works on will inspire people to think and reflect. With what she brings to every role she plays, there’s no doubt she accomplishes this.
8. She Has Always Been A Bruno Heller Fan
Emma has had the pleasure of working with well-known screenwriter Bruno Heller on Pennywise, and she says she’s been a fan of his long before they started working together. She told CBR, “I knew Bruno Heller’s work well from his work on the series Rome he did. I was obsessed with that series when it came out…”
9. Emma Doesn’t Do Many Interviews
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Interviews are part of the course for people in the entertainment industry, but it looks like Emma keeps her interviews to a minimum. This could be because she enjoys her privacy or because she’s still early in her career. Either way, this could change as she becomes more established.
10. She Likes To Stay Positive
With all the adverse events in the world, it can be hard to keep a positive outlook. Despite the ups and downs that come along with life and a career in the entertainment industry, Emma does her best to remain optimistic. This mindset will undoubtedly come in handy as she moves through her career.
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