Anna Cooke
Anna Cooke, a prominent English courtier, renowned for her charm, intellect, and artistic patronage, served as a lady-in-waiting to four queens.
TV Actress
July 27, 2008
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Anna Cooke is a British actress best known for her roles as Maudie Miller in the children’s mockumentary comedy-drama The InBESTigators and Esme Shelby in the historical drama series Peaky Blinders.
Cooke began her acting career in theater productions in London before making her television debut in 2012. She gained wider recognition for her portrayal of Esme Shelby in Peaky Blinders, which earned her a BAFTA TV Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress in 2019.
In addition to her work on Peaky Blinders, Cooke has appeared in numerous other television shows and films, including The Witcher, The Split, and The Gentlemen. She has also released several songs and music videos and is an avid traveler and supporter of various charities.
Cooke is married to fellow actor Tom Bateman, and they have two children together.