An American-English actress known for her roles in period dramas, particularly as Mary Austin in the Oscar-winning film "Bohemian Rhapsody". She brings elegance and charm to her on-screen performances.
With her captivating performances and versatility in playing complex characters, Lucy Boynton has established herself as one of the most promising young actresses in Hollywood. From her early roles in Miss Potter and Sense and Sensibility to her critically acclaimed performances in Bohemian Rhapsody and The Politician, Boynton has proven her range and talent in the entertainment industry.
Born on January 17, 1994, in New York City to English parents, journalists Graham Boynton and Adrianne Pielou, Lucy Boynton holds dual citizenship of the United Kingdom and the United States. Raised in southeast London, Boynton developed a passion for acting at the tender age of ten, after a drama teacher instilled in her the understanding that acting was not just about playing pretend, but about understanding the human mind and why people function as they do.
Boynton attended the private Blackheath High School, followed by James Allens Girls School in Dulwich, where she honed her acting skills and prepared herself for a career in the entertainment industry.
Boynton made her professional debut at the age of twelve as the young Beatrix Potter in the 2006 film Miss Potter. She then went on to appear in various television productions, including Ballet Shoes (2007), Sense and Sensibility (2008), and Mo (2010), making guest appearances on popular shows like Lewis, Borgia, Endeavour, and Law & Order UK.
In 2015, Boynton played an isolated popular girl in the horror film The Blackcoats Daughter, followed by her role as a bold aspiring model in the musical romantic comedy Sing Street (2016). She also appeared in horror films I Am the Pretty Thing That Lives in the House (2016) and Dont Knock Twice (2016).
Boynton's breakthrough role came in 2017 when she played Countess Andrenyi in the commercially successful film Murder on the Orient Express. She then went on to play an addict in the Netflix series Gypsy (2017) and the daughter of a cult leader in the horror film Apostle (2018).
Boynton gained widespread recognition for her portrayal of Mary Austin in the biopic Bohemian Rhapsody (2018), which received numerous accolades and was a box office success. Her recent projects include the role of Astrid Sloan in the Netflix series The Politician, and starring in ITV's The Ipcress File (2022).
Boynton's outstanding performances have earned her several nominations, including a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture for Bohemian Rhapsody.
Boynton is known for her private nature, keeping her personal life out of the spotlight. However, it is reported that she is currently dating actor Rami Malek, whom she met on the set of Bohemian Rhapsody.
In an interview, Boynton shared her philosophy on acting, stating that "it's not about being someone else, it's about understanding why people are the way they are." This mindset has enabled her to bring depth and nuance to her characters, making her a standout in the industry.
With her talent, versatility, and dedication to her craft, Lucy Boynton is poised to become one of the leading ladies of Hollywood, inspiring a new generation of actors and audiences alike.
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