Heida Reed
Icelandic-British actress, Poldark star
Born
May 22nd, 1988
37 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Iceland
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Born in 1988, this Icelandic-British actress began her career in the early 2010s. She gained recognition through her role as Elizabeth Poldark in the BBC series 'Poldark'. The series, which aired from 2015 to 2019, is an adaptation of the novels by Winston Graham. This actress has also appeared in other television series such as 'Landing of the Mayflower' and 'The Maniac'. Part of her career includes modeling and work in theatre.
Portrayed Elizabeth Poldark in 'Poldark'
Starred in 'The Maniac'
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