Known for playing Patti in ‘Patti Cake$’, Willowdean in ‘Dumplin”, and Amber in ‘Unbelievable’. Also stars as Helen in the BBC series ‘The Tourist’.
Films
- Falling for FigaroMillie2020
- Dumplin’Willowdean ‘Dumplin” Dickson2018
- The Death and Life of John F. DonovanMegan2018
- Patti Cake$Patricia ‘Patti Cake$’ Dombrowski2017
- Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No TalesMaid (uncredited)2017
- The BirdwatcherRose2016
- TannaAriana (voice)2015
TV shows
- The TouristHelen Chambers2022–2024
- UnbelievableAmber2019
- The LetdownEster (1 episode)2017
- SistersRita (2 episodes)2017
- Winners & LosersJenna (1 episode)2013
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About Danielle Macdonald
Danielle Macdonald is an Australian actress who gained international recognition with her breakout role in the 2017 film ‘Patti Cake$’. She later starred in the Netflix hit ‘Dumplin” and the critically acclaimed true-crime miniseries ‘Unbelievable’. Macdonald has since become a familiar face in both indie films and major television productions, often portraying resilient and complex characters.
FAQs
Where is Danielle Macdonald from?
Danielle Macdonald was born in Sydney, Australia and raised in the suburb of Waverton.
How did Danielle Macdonald get her start in acting?
She studied acting at the Screenwise Film & TV School in Sydney and later moved to the United States to pursue her career. Her breakout role came in the 2017 film ‘Patti Cake$’.
Has Danielle Macdonald won any awards?
She has received several nominations, including an Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts (AACTA) Award nomination for Best Actress for ‘Patti Cake$’.
What is Danielle Macdonald’s height?
She is approximately 5 feet 2 inches (157 cm) tall.
Is Danielle Macdonald related to anyone famous?
No, she is not known to be related to any famous individuals; her family is not in the entertainment industry.
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