Georgia Taylor facts for kids

Georgia Taylor is an English actress. She was born Claire Marie Jackson on February 26, 1980. She is well-known for her roles in popular TV shows. These include playing Toyah Battersby in the ITV soap opera Coronation Street. She was on the show from 1997 to 2003, and then returned in 2016. Georgia also played Ruth Winters in the BBC One medical drama Casualty from 2007 to 2011. Another important role was Kate Barker in the ITV crime series Law & Order: UK from 2013 to 2014.

Early Life and Acting Start

Georgia Taylor was born Claire Marie Jackson. Her birthday is February 26, 1980, in Wigan, Greater Manchester, England. When she was a teenager, she attended the Willpower Youth Theatre in Wigan. This is where she started learning about acting.

Georgia Taylor's Acting Career

Georgia Taylor began her acting journey in 1997. She joined the cast of Coronation Street as Toyah Battersby. This role made her very popular.

Early Success in Television

In 2001, Georgia won a special award. It was the Best Dramatic Performance at the British Soap Awards for her role as Toyah. She left Coronation Street in 2003. After that, she appeared in many other TV shows. These included Where the Heart Is, New Street Law, and Life on Mars.

Returning to Coronation Street

In September 2016, it was announced that Georgia would return to Coronation Street. She came back as Toyah Battersby. Her first episode back aired on Christmas Day in 2016. She has been a regular on the show since then.

Other Notable TV Roles

In 2004, Georgia had a recurring role in Blackpool. This series was nominated for a Golden Globe award. She also appeared in its follow-up, Viva Blackpool.

Stage and Film Work

Georgia has also performed in plays. In May 2005, she was in The Woman Before at the Royal Court Theatre. She also received great reviews for her role in Christmas is Miles Away. This play was performed at the Royal Exchange Theatre in Manchester.

In 2006, Georgia played Fiona in the movie The History Boys. She also had a small part in the 2008 film The Bank Job.

Joining Casualty and Law & Order: UK

In September 2007, Georgia joined the cast of the BBC One medical drama Casualty. She played the character Ruth Winters. She left Casualty in December 2011.

From 2013 to 2014, Georgia played Kate Barker. This was a role as a Junior Crown Prosecutor in the crime series Law & Order: UK. She appeared in two seasons of the show.

Personal Life

Georgia Taylor lives in Bristol. She met actor Mark Letheren on the set of Casualty. They were partners until 2022.

Filmography

Awards and Nominations