7 Things To Know About Florence Pugh: Roles, Music, And More

Jul 12, 2021

PARIS, FRANCE - JULY 05: Florence Pugh wears gold pendant earrings, a gold J'Adior chain necklace, a multicolored pearls necklace, gold necklace, a black tulle with multicolored flowers embroidered zipper tank-top / crop-top, outside Dior, during Paris Fashion Week - Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2021/2022, on July 05, 2021 in Paris, France. (Photo by Edward Berthelot/Getty Images)

Cover PARIS, FRANCE - JULY 05: Florence Pugh wears gold pendant earrings, a gold J'Adior chain necklace, a multicolored pearls necklace, gold necklace, a black tulle with multicolored flowers embroidered zipper tank-top / crop-top, outside Dior, during Paris Fashion Week - Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2021/2022, on July 05, 2021 in Paris, France. (Photo by Edward Berthelot/Getty Images)

Get to know the fast-rising star Florence Pugh

Introducing Florence Pugh, an English actress who first turned heads in the film industry after taking up the classic (and killer) role of Lady Macbeth. Since then, Florence has acquired loyal fans for her precise and accurate portrayals on the screen. If you’re one of her new fans, then browse below to get the talented actress a little more.

Here are some interesting facts you probably didn’t know about Florence Pugh:

1. Florence Pugh recently joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe

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Finally, fans are able to see more of Black Widow’s past that involves the spy named Yelena Belova played by Florence Pugh. In this new Marvel movie, Florence delivered one of the best lines—one that explains a significant moment that comes with Red Room trauma. This is only one of many reasons why you have to see Black Widow.

2. Florence Pugh has a ‘Midsommar’ tattoo

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You might have seen Florence Pugh in the renowned horror drama film by Ari Aster titled Midsommar. The actress is responsible for making viewers’ stomachs churn as she plays the story's central character. It’s the kind of movie that isn’t easily forgettable, which might explain why Florence had a Midsommar-themed tattoo on her forearm to cherish the experience.

3. Florence Pugh was nominated for her first acting role

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Florence Pugh has always been a stunner. She first appeared in The Falling, a British mystery film, and immediately gained recognition for her performance. Acting in her first gig, the actress earned a nomination from London Film Festival in 2014 and London Critics Circle Film Awards in 2016.

4. Florence Pugh is also a musician

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Not only can Florence Pugh make you cry, but she can make you sing along. That’s right—Florence can sing and play the guitar. You’ll find some of her singing videos on YouTube. The actress goes by the name Flossie Rose, a nickname she initially used when uploading her song covers.

5. Florence Pugh and Saoirse Ronan fought off-screen

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In the 2019 film Little Women directed by Greta Gerwig, sisters Amy and Jo March rarely get along. And it seems there’s also real-life tension between the actresses who played the characters. This is because Florence Pugh and Saoirse Ronan decided to employ method acting by fighting off-screen which helped fuelled the flame on-screen.

6. Florence Pugh was nominated for an Oscar

HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 09: Florence Pugh attends the 92nd Annual Academy Awards at Hollywood and Highland on February 09, 2020 in Hollywood, California.

Above HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 09: Florence Pugh attends the 92nd Annual Academy Awards at Hollywood and Highland on February 09, 2020 in Hollywood, California.

Florence Pugh has earned various nominations—from BAFTA Film Award, AACTA International Award to EDA Female Focus Award—for playing the role of Amy March in Little Women. In the same year, Florence received her first Oscar nomination after impressing the academy—and everyone else—with her performance in Little Women. She was nominated in 2020 for Best Supporting Actress.

7. Florence Pugh might appear in more Marvel shows

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Can’t get enough of Florence Pugh? If you loved watching her most recent film, Black Widow, with Scarlett Johansson, then you’re going to enjoy the next TV shows she’s set to appear in. Marvel fans are in for a treat as Florence is about to take on a huge role in the upcoming Marvel Studios series Hawkeye.

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