A few years ago, few heard about Gwendoline Christie, but participation in the Game of Thrones project undoubtedly brought recognition to the colorful actress. The spectacular blonde has a lot of fans, but what is the life of a celebrity outside the famous HBO channel show?
early years
Gwendoline Christie was born in the coastal English city of Worthing in October 1978. For several years she was engaged in rhythmic gymnastics, but was forced to leave this hobby, having received a spinal injury. Having decided in the future to build an acting career, she began to study lyceum skills in the Dramatic Center of London.
At first, the Englishwoman did not have particularly large proposals - basically she got episodic roles in films and television projects. It is worth noting that due to a very non-standard appearance, she rarely could claim the role of romantic young ladies and beauties who fall in love with key characters.
Brienne Tarte
Once friends of Gwendolyn Christie told her that many Internet users who are fond of books by George Martin, suggest that the actress must definitely star in the film adaptation of his creation. It was about the Game of Thrones. The performer of the role of Brienne Tarte was required - a heroine, distinguished by an unusual appearance and strength of character. Having read a little about the knight girl from Martin's books, the Englishwoman went to audition in the appropriate suit.
Subsequently, the writer said that when he and the creators of the show saw Gwendolyn Christie, whose height is 190 centimeters, they practically had no doubt that she should portray Brienne. There were other interesting applicants for the image, but their main competitor did not leave them a chance. In order to reliably play her role, the actress devoted a lot of time to sports training, cut off long curls and started riding lessons.
Other roles
Subsequently, the producers began to show an active interest in Gwendolyn Christie. Films with the star of “Game of Thrones” could not be called “invisible”, as well as its new roles - celebrities suggested portraying one of the winners of the “Hunger Games” in the movie of the same name.
In addition, in the summer of 2014 it became known that the Englishwoman will take part in the filming of the high-budget and most anticipated blockbuster of recent years - Star Wars. Episode VII. " Christy got the role of a First Order officer, Captain Phasm, and, as it turned out, in the next part of the saga she will again appear before the fans. She also played in the project “Wizards against Aliens” and “Lake Top”.
