Emilia Jones

Emilia Jones is a British actress and singer recognized for her work in film, television, and theater. Jones began her acting career at age 8, making her film debut after attending improv classes and the Sylvia Young Theatre School. Early in her career, she appeared in "Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides" and the television series "Doctor Who." She has also performed in West End theater productions at The Almeida, The Young Vic, and The Theatre Royal Drury Lane.

Jones's career gained significant attention with her lead role as Ruby Rossi in the drama film "CODA," which centers on the only hearing child in a deaf family who aspires to become a singer. For this role, Jones dedicated months to mastering American Sign Language, vocal training, and a Gloucester accent, as well as learning about deaf culture. Her musical performances in the film were recorded live on set.

Jones is widely known for her performance in "CODA," which won the Best Picture Oscar. Her portrayal earned her multiple awards and nominations, including a BAFTA nomination for Best Actress in a Leading Role, the Breakthrough Performer Award at the Gotham Awards, and a shared Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture. She also received the Hollywood Music in Media Award for Best Onscreen Performance of an Original or Covers Song for her rendition of "Both Sides, Now" in "CODA." Her duet video from the film achieved significant popularity on TikTok.

Jones has taken on a diverse range of projects, including an HBO crime drama, an independent romance, a coming-of-age story, and a dystopian action thriller. Her role in Edgar Wright's adaptation of "The Running Man" marked her first blockbuster project. She also appeared in the HBO crime drama series "Task," which earned her a BAFTA TV Awards nomination for Best Supporting Actress.

Jones is known for her roles in films such as "CODA," "The Running Man," and the Anthony Bourdain biopic "Tony." She has also appeared in Netflix films including "The 99'ers" and "Bad Bridgets." Jones was named one of Variety's 10 Actors to Watch, reflecting her growing presence in the entertainment industry and her contributions to contemporary cinema and television.