Agnes O'Casey

About

English/Irish actress who rose to fame with her portrayal of Vivien Epstein on the BBC One drama show Ridley Road. She has starred in films including The Miracle Club, Lies We Tell, and Small Things Like These. She has also appeared on shows like Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light and Black Doves.

Before Fame

She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from The Lir Academy in 2020 before making her on-screen debut in a music video for the Pillow Queens' song, "Holy Show." 

Trivia

She was named a "Star of Tomorrow" by Screen International in 2024. She earned a 2024 Irish Film & Television Award for Lead Actress in a Film for her performance in Lies We Tell. That same year, she was also nominated by the Irish Film & Television Awards for Best Supporting Actress in a Film for her performance in The Miracle Club.

Family Life

She was born Agnes Eustacia Kenig and is the eldest of her parents' three daughters. Her parents worked in the hospitality and retail industries throughout her childhood. She was also the great-granddaughter of playwright Seán O'Casey.

Associated With

She played the role of Sarah Furlong in the 2024 historical drama film Small Things Like These, opposite Cillian Murphy, Michelle Fairley, and Emily Watson.