Alison Wright (actress)

Alison Wright
Born (1976-07-12) 12 July 1976
Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, England
Nationality British
Alma mater Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute
Occupation Actress
Years active 2007–present

Alison Wright (born 12 July 1976) is an English actress, best known for her role as Martha Hanson on The Americans.

Early life

Wright was born and raised in Sunderland. She began dancing at a young age. She studied at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute.[1]

Career

She made her television debut in 2013 as Martha Hanson on The Americans. She was promoted to a series regular for season 2, which premiered in January 2014.[2] Headline Talent Agency sued Wright in July 2013.[3]

Filmography

Year Title Role Notes
2007 The Nanny Diaries Bridget
2009 Nights Bartender Short film
2011 Braaains! Monique Gold Short film
2013–present The Americans Martha Hanson 49 episodes
2013 Blue Bloods Brijita Holden Episode: "Lost and Found"
2015 Good Ol' Boy Mrs. Reynolds
2016 Confirmation Virginia Thomas Television film

References

  1. "Sunderland actress hides Mackem accent to land role in US TV spy drama The Americans". Sunderland Echo. 5 July 2013. Retrieved 23 February 2015.
  2. Webb Mitovich, Matt (7 May 2013). "‘The Americans’ Season 2 Spoilers — Nina and Martha Returning". TVLine. Retrieved 23 February 2015.
  3. "‘The Americans’ actress Alison Wright sued by former agent". NY Daily News. 31 July 2013. Retrieved 23 February 2015.

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