Michelle Greenidge: A Talented British Actress

Michelle Greenidge, a gifted British actress, has captivated audiences with her memorable performance as Valerie, the endearing and long-suffering receptionist in the Netflix black comedy series ‘Afterlife’, which aired for three seasons. In 2023, she became a part of the esteemed Doctor Who legacy, starring as a lead in the Christmas special alongside Ncuti Gatwa’s 15th Doctor.

As Carla, the mother of Ruby Sunday, the Doctor’s new companion, she played a pivotal role in the show’s 14th series, which debuted on BBC One in May 2024, further solidifying her reputation as a talented and versatile actress.

In 2024, Michelle Greenidge’s adaptability as a performer led to various engaging roles, including her memorable depiction of Aunt Maggie in Channel 4’s eagerly awaited adaptation of Candice Carty-Williams’ bestselling novel Queenie. Moreover, she has consistently impressed audiences with her recurring role as Lola, Mandy’s loyal friend and a skilled nail technician, in Diane Morgan’s BBC Two comedy series Mandy since 2020.

Her talent has also shone in Sky’s police comedy-drama series ‘Code 404’, where she played PC Williams alongside a stellar cast, including Daniel Mays, Stephen Graham, and Anna Maxwell-Martin, with the latest season airing in late 2022.

Michelle Greenidge has recently made a mark on the big screen with two notable feature film appearances. In the heartwarming film ‘My Happy Ending’, she brought Nurse Emilia to life alongside a talented ensemble cast, including Andie MacDowell, Sally Phillips, and David Walliams. Furthermore, she demonstrated adaptability by playing Libby, an innovative sex toy company developer, in the Netflix comedy-drama ‘The Art of Love’, showcasing her impressive range in a distinctive and engaging role.

Michelle Greenidge has consistently impressed audiences with her exceptional talent, delivering outstanding performances in several notable projects. Her portrayal of Rosa in the critically acclaimed Channel 4 drama series ‘It’s a Sin’ earned a BAFTA nomination, solidifying her reputation as a skilled actress.

She also shone as Mrs Manning in ‘Mangrove’, the inaugural instalment of Steve McQueen’s esteemed Small Axe anthology series. Moreover, her powerful performance as Arabella’s mother in the BBC/HBO black comedy-drama series ‘I May Destroy You’ (2020) garnered widespread critical acclaim, further showcasing her versatility and talent.

Michelle Greenidge has continued to demonstrate her adaptability and range with a diverse array of roles in television and film, including appearances in the BBC’s ‘King Gary’, ITV’s ‘Grantchester’, Amazon Prime’s ‘Alex Rider’, and the feature films ‘Venom’, ‘Let There Be Carnage’, and ‘Cruella’. Additionally, her impressive theatre resume includes her acclaimed performance as Trudy in ‘Nine Night’ at the National Theatre, which earned her a Best West End Debut nomination at the Stage Awards in 2018, further solidifying her reputation as a talented and versatile actress.

Her performance in ‘Nine Night’ also earned her the Best Supporting Female Actor award at the inaugural Black British Theatre Awards in 2019, a testament to her exceptional skill. Furthermore 2018, she delivered a standout performance in Debbie Tucker Green’s highly acclaimed play ‘Ear for Eye’ at the Royal Court Theatre, showcasing her impressive range and talent.

Michelle Greenidge boasts a rich theatre background, with a string of notable credits to her name, including ‘House’ for Clean Break at the Edinburgh Assembly Rooms and The Yard, ‘All Saints’ at the King’s Head, and ‘The House They Grew Up In’ at the Chichester Festival. With a native London accent and excellent Neutral British pronunciation, she also possesses a remarkable ability to adapt to various accents, including a natural Northern/Yorkshire accent, thanks to her Bradford roots.

Furthermore, her cultural heritage and professional experience have granted her fluency in Jamaican and Nigerian accents, making her an incredibly versatile and valuable asset to any production, capable of bringing a wide range of characters to life with authenticity and nuance.

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CREDITS

Venus vs Mars (TV, 2015) – ‘Counselor Gretel’, Sky Living

House (Clean Break Theatre Company, 2016) (Theatre, 2016) – ‘Mama’, Edinburgh Fringe and Yard Theatre

The Intent (Film, 2016) – ‘Ms Vincent’

The House They Grew Up In (Chichester Festival, 2017) (Theatre, 2017) – ‘PC Amanda Gordon/Karen Parry’, Chichester Festival

Ear for Eye (Royal Court Theatre, 2018) (Theatre, 2018) – Royal Court Theatre

The Intent 2: The Come Up (Film, 2018) – ‘Ms Vincent’

Nine Night (National Theatre, 2018) (Theatre, 2018-2019) – ‘Trudy’, National Theatre/Trafalgar Studios

I May Destroy You (TV, 2020) – ‘Grace’ (Arabella’s mother), BBC One

Small Axe (TV, 2020) – ‘Mrs Manning’, Episode 1 ‘Mangrove’, BBC One/Amazon

It’s A Sin (TV, 2021) – ‘Rosa Babatunde’, Channel 4

Grantchester (TV, 2021) – ‘Rita Daltrey’, ITV

Venom: Let There Be Carnage (Film, 2021) – ‘Mugging Victim’, Columbia Pictures, Marvel Entertainment

Alex Rider (TV, 2021) – ‘Maisie’, Amazon Prime, Series 2

King Gary (TV, 2021) – ‘Mrs Grant’, BBC Two, Series 2

Cruella (Film, 2021) – ‘Viking Gala Guard, Disney

Mandy (TV series) (TV, 2019-2022) – ‘Lola’, BBC Two, Series 1-2

Afterlife (TV, 2019-2022) – ‘Valerie’, Netflix, Series 1-3

The Witchfinder (TV, 2022) – ‘Landlady’, BBC Two

Code 404 (TV, 2020-2022) – ‘PC Williams’, Sky One/Sky Comedy/NOW, Series 1-3

The Art of Love (Film, 2022) – ‘Libby’

My Happy Ending (Film, 2023) – ‘Nurse Emilia’

Doctor Who (TV, 2023-2024) – ‘Carla’, BBC One, Christmas Special & Series 14

Queenie (TV, 2024) – ‘Aunty Maggie’, Channel 4/Hulu/Disney+

 

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