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Shirley Henderson

A versatile Scottish actress, Shirley Henderson navigates the highs and lows of Hollywood fame while balancing her iconic roles and personal identity in this compelling exploration of stardom and self-discovery.

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1965

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Actress

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In short · Acting since 1991, 4 decades active, 67 credits.

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Biography

Shirley Henderson is a Scottish actress known for a range of film roles. She played Gail in *Trainspotting* (1996) and its 2017 sequel, and Jude in the *Bridget Jones* films from 2001 to 2025. She also portrayed Moaning Myrtle in *Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets* (2002) and *Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire* (2005). Her filmography includes appearances in *Wilbur Wants to Kill Himself* (2002), *Intermission* (2003), *American Cousins* (2003), *Frozen* (2005), *Marie Antoinette* (2006), *Anna Karenina* (2012), *Filth* (2013), and *Stan & Ollie* (2018). Henderson is known for her versatility and has worked across a wide range of genres.

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