Best known as Shazza in Bridget Jones’s Diary, Sonali in Miranda, and as a regular on Smack the Pony and Outnumbered.
Films
- Bridget Jones’s DiaryShazza2001
- Love ActuallyWoman in Office2003
- Bridget Jones: The Edge of ReasonShazza2004
- The Boat That RockedMarian2009
- Bridget Jones’s BabyShazza2016
- The FestivalMum2018
- The DukeMrs. Gowling2020
- The Lost KingJane2022
TV shows
- Smack the PonyVarious characters1999–2003
- I’m Alan PartridgeSally Owens2002
- Green WingKaren Ball2004–2007
- OutnumberedBarbara2007–2014
- MirandaSonali2009–2015
- VeepMandy2012
- The WindsorsPrincess Anne2016–2020
- TaskmasterHerself (contestant)2020
- GhostsFiona2021
- The LarkinsMiss Pilchester2021
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About Sally Phillips
Sally Phillips is a British actress, comedian, and writer, known for her versatile comedic roles across film and television. She rose to prominence with the sketch show Smack the Pony and has since appeared in popular sitcoms and films, often playing eccentric or sharp-witted characters.
FAQs
What is Sally Phillips best known for?
She is best known for playing Shazza in the Bridget Jones films, Sonali in the sitcom Miranda, and as a key cast member of the sketch show Smack the Pony.
Has Sally Phillips appeared in any American TV shows?
Yes, she played Mandy in the US political satire Veep, and has made guest appearances in other US productions.
Is Sally Phillips also a writer?
Yes, she co-wrote and performed in Smack the Pony, and has written for other comedy projects.
What role did Sally Phillips play in The Windsors?
She played Princess Anne in the satirical comedy series The Windsors, which parodies the British royal family.
Did Sally Phillips appear in Taskmaster?
Yes, she was a contestant on Series 10 of Taskmaster in 2020, known for her creative and often chaotic approach to tasks.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026