Why Florence Pugh is One Of This Generation’s Best Actresses

Florence Pugh may have not been around for a very long time, but she definitely is here to stay. The English actress was born in Oxford to Deborah and Clinton Pugh. Her mother was a dancer, so Pugh was no stranger to showmanship, while her father ran restaurants. The love of performance art seems to run in the Pugh family as her siblings Toby Sebastian and Arabella Gibbens are actors as well!

Her contributions in the world of cinema have become unforgettable in the very short time she’s been active in. Florence Pugh made her acting debut in 2014, and has since remained consistent which led her to land massive roles that would boost her career in orders of magnitude. Among the sea of endless talent, Florence Pugh stands out for several reasons.

For these reasons and those that follow, here’s why Florence Pugh is one of this generation’s best actresses!

8 She Has Made Impeccable Choices In Her Film Roles

Florence Pugh’s debut to what would be an amazing career was in the film The Falling in 2014 alongside Maisie Williams. The two actresses play school girls and best friends whose lives are completely changed after a tragedy. Afterwards, she has been on a prolific, diverse and illustrious movie journey on films like Lady Macbeth and Outlaw King till she had her breakout role in Midsommar. As a young and upcoming actress, she made all the right moves by prioritizing her range and proving all her chops and capabilities very early on in her career, while other actors may focus on just getting famous fast.

7 She’s A Strong Advocate Women In The Industry, And For Women In General

More often than not, actors rejoice at the idea of acting in movies that represent their ideals. When Pugh got to star in Little Women, she fans could see it in her eyes that she was passionate about this film’s message. Additionally, Pugh always offers support to her peers, she even shared Zendaya’s Emmy win as the two stars are currently filming a project together.

6 Her Acting Range Is A Force To Be Reckoned With

From horror to drama to period pieces and action, Florence Pugh has done basically all. She was recently cast in Marvel’s Black Widow and Dune part two. Her presence is extensive and fans are always on their toes to know what she’s up to next.

5 She Does Not Care What The Haters Have To Say

After wearing a sheer pink Valentino dress on the red carpet, the actress was subject to a horrid bullying campaign online with people criticizing her body type and fashion choices. The actress stood up for herself and everyone who shares her sentiment by saying “Listen, I knew when I wore that incredible Valentino dress that there was no way there wouldn’t be a commentary on it.Whether it be negative or positive, we all knew what we were doing. I was excited to wear it, not a wink of me was nervous. I wasn’t before, during or even now after.” She had the support of several other actresses in the face of such an idiotic attack.

4 She Does Not Take Herself Too Seriously

Unlike actors who get too stuck up in their own pretentious bubble, Pugh is very down to earth. She shares and documents her life, unfiltered, through her instagram and fans adore her for being this real.

3 Her Dedication To Acting And Performing Has Been There Since Childhood

Pugh was always into acting and theater. She was only six years old when she participated in her first ever theatrical work: she played Mary in her school’s nativity play. Growing up, the actress often posted videos of her singing, and disliked her private school simply because it did not add anything to her acting passion. So, one could say, it’s been a long relationship between Pugh and the limelight.

2 She Still Has So Much Ahead Of Her

Fans often forget that Pugh is only 24, turning 25 this January. With already so many works on her belt, and Academy Award nomination and a line-up of impressive films ahead, it is clear to everybody’s eyes that Florence Pugh is just starting. She was just in the Olivia Wilde film Don’t Worry Darling, she’s cast in Christopher Nolan’s upcoming Oppenheimer, and is currently filming Dune Part 2. Talk about unforgettable.

1 Happy Birthday, Florence Pugh!

January third is finally here, and Florence Pugh turns 25! On this special day, fans are excited to see their favorite actress growing with grace, and they are all cheering her on towards a life of prosperity, success, and accomplishments!