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Louisa Harland
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Harland in 2021
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Louisa Clare Harland
1993/1994 (age 31–32) Dublin, Ireland
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| Alma mater | Wesley College Dublin Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2011–present |
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Derry Girls |
Louisa Clare Harland is an Irish actress. She was born in Dublin, Ireland. She is famous for playing Orla McCool in the TV show Derry Girls. She also starred as Nell in the Disney+ series Renegade Nell.
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About Louisa Harland
Early Life and Training
Louisa Harland grew up in Dundrum, a part of South Dublin. She has two older sisters, Katie and Ellie. When she was younger, she was part of the Ann Kavanagh Youth Theatre. This is a place where young people learn about acting. Later, she went to the Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts in London to study acting.
Her Acting Journey
After finishing her studies, Louisa started her acting career. In 2011, she got a role in the TV series Love/Hate. She also appeared in a few movies. These included Standby in 2014 and Lost in London in 2017.
Becoming Orla McCool
In 2017, Louisa was chosen for a big role. She became Orla McCool in the popular TV show Derry Girls. Orla is a funny and unique character. She is the cousin of Erin Quinn, another main character. The show became very popular. The first season aired in 2018. The second season followed in 2019. The final season and a special episode came out in 2022.
Other Exciting Roles
In 2020, Louisa and her Derry Girls co-stars did a special sketch. They performed with Saoirse Ronan for a charity event. This event helped people affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. That same year, Louisa was in the movie Boys from County Hell.
More recently, Louisa took on a lead role. She plays Nell Jackson in the 2024 Disney+ series Renegade Nell. This show is about a brave character named Nell.
Acting for Radio
Louisa has also acted in radio plays. In 2021, she performed in an adaptation of a play called Endless Second for BBC Radio 4. She also performed in an adaptation of a book called Snowflake for the same radio station.
Louisa's Life Outside Acting
Louisa Harland lives in Ladbroke Grove, London. As of 2023, she is in a relationship with actor Calvin Demba.
Film and TV Appearances
Movies
- 2014: Standby as Julie
- 2017: Lost in London as Stella
- 2018: Sunday Tide as Violet (a short film)
- 2020: Boys from County Hell as Claire McCann
- 2022: BabyDolls as Barbara (a short film)
- 2024: Joy as Rachel
Television Shows
- 2011: Love/Hate as Kayleigh (4 episodes)
- 2016: Doctors as Caz Ellison (one episode)
- 2016: Harley and the Davidsons as Secretary (a mini-series)
- 2018: Finding Joy as Tara (one episode)
- 2018–2022: Derry Girls as Orla McCool (main role)
- 2019: Handy as Finnoula (pilot episode)
- 2020: The Deceived as Cloda O'Donnell (4 episodes)
- 2023: Big Boys as Midwife Kerry McFall (one episode)
- 2024: Renegade Nell as Nell Jackson (lead role)
- TBA: The Walsh Sisters as Anna Walsh (lead role)
Stage Performances
- 2018: Cotton Fingers as Aoife in Aberaeron
- 2019: Glass. Kill. Bluebeard. Imp. as Niamh at the Royal Court Theatre, London
- 2023: Dancing at Lughnasa as Agnes at the Royal National Theatre, London
- 2023: Ulster American as Ruth Davenport at Riverside Studios, London
- 2024: Long Day's Journey Into Night as Cathleen at Wyndham's Theatre, London
