Molly Windsor is an English actress who gained widespread recognition for her award-winning performance as Holly Winshaw in the BBC drama Three Girls.
She first attracted attention as a child actress in The Unloved and has since built an impressive career with acclaimed performances in productions such as Traces, Cheat, Make Up, War of the Worlds, She Said, and Unchosen.
Her exceptional talent earned her the BAFTA TV Award for Best Actress, establishing her as one of Britain’s most promising performers.
Essential Data
- Full Name: Molly Windsor
- Stage Name: Molly Windsor
- Born: June 19, 1997
- Age: 29 years old
- Birthplace: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, England
- Nationality: British
- Ethnicity: White (English)
- Occupation: Actress
- Height: 1.68 m (5 ft 6 in)
- Religion: Christianity
- Parents: Mr and Mrs Windsor
- Siblings: Unknown
- Spouse: None
- Children: None
- Relationship: Single
- Net Worth: $2 million USD
Early Life and Education
Molly Windsor was born on June 19, 1997, in Nottingham, England, and spent much of her childhood in nearby Derbyshire. She was raised by Mr and Mrs Windsor. There is no information about her siblings.
Her interest in acting emerged at a young age, leading her to train at the Nottingham Television Workshop and Rama Young Actors, where her natural ability was quickly recognised.
She was discovered by actress and filmmaker Samantha Morton, who cast her in The Unloved, marking the beginning of her professional acting career. Molly is of English heritage and was raised in a Christian household.
Career
Molly Windsor made her professional acting debut in the 2009 television film The Unloved, delivering a performance that attracted critical praise despite her young age.
She continued to develop her career with appearances in Oranges and Sunshine and When the Lights Went Out, steadily gaining recognition within the British film and television industry.
Her major breakthrough arrived in 2017 when she portrayed Holly Winshaw in the BBC miniseries Three Girls, a role inspired by real-life events. Her powerful performance earned her the 2018 BAFTA TV Award for Best Actress.
Windsor starred in the ITV thriller Cheat, the crime drama Traces, and the psychological film Make Up, which further showcased her dramatic range.
She later appeared in the science-fiction series War of the Worlds, portrayed Young Zelda Perkins in the Oscar-nominated film She Said, and landed the lead role in Netflix’s Unchosen. Her performances continue to earn praise for their emotional depth and authenticity.
Awards and Nominations
- BAFTA TV Award – Best Actress (Three Girls) (2018)
- BAFTA Breakthrough Brit (2017)
- RTS Programme Award nominee – Breakthrough Award
- London Film Critics’ Circle Award nominee – Young British/Irish Performer (Make Up)
Social Media
- Instagram: @Mollywindsor97
- X (formerly Twitter): @MollyWindsor
Personal Life
Molly Windsor, 29, keeps her personal life largely out of the public eye and rarely discusses her relationships in interviews.
She has not publicly confirmed being married or dating anyone. Molly Windsor does not have any children.
Molly enjoys travelling, reading scripts, spending time with family and friends, and continuing to develop her craft. Molly Windsor stands 1.68 m (5 ft 6 in) tall.
Net Worth
Molly Windsor has an estimated net worth of $2 million USD. Her earnings primarily come from her work in television dramas, feature films, streaming productions, endorsements, and other entertainment-related projects.
Filmography
- Oranges and Sunshine
- When the Lights Went Out
- The Runaways
- Make Up
- She Said
Television
- The Unloved
- Three Girls
- Cheat
- Traces
- War of the Worlds
- Unchosen