Nico Parker facts for kids
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Nico Parker
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Parker in 2022
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| Born | 9 December 2004 Kensal Rise, London, England
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| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2017–present |
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| Relatives | Ripley Parker (sister) |
Nico Parker (born December 9, 2004) is a talented British actress. She is the daughter of famous actress Thandiwe Newton and filmmaker Ol Parker. Nico started her acting career with a big role in the fantasy movie Dumbo in 2019. Later, she became well-known for playing Sarah Miller in the HBO TV show The Last of Us in 2023.
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Early Life
Nico Parker was born at home in Kensal Rise, North West London. Her parents are film director Ol Parker and actress Thandiwe Newton. She has an older sister named Ripley and a younger brother named Booker.
Acting Career
First Roles and Recognition
Nico Parker made her movie debut in 2019. She played Milly Farrier in the film Dumbo. This movie was directed by the famous Tim Burton. Even though some critics had mixed opinions, this role helped her become widely known.
After Dumbo, Nico starred in the HBO miniseries The Third Day in 2020. She acted alongside Naomie Harris and Jude Law. In 2021, she appeared with her mother in the science fiction movie Reminiscence.
Breakthrough in The Last of Us
In 2023, Nico Parker played Sarah Miller. This was in the first episode of the HBO show The Last of Us. Critics really liked her performance. They said her acting made the episode much better.
One reviewer called her casting "brilliant." They said her performance matched the energy of the main actor, Pedro Pascal. Many people talked about Nico Parker's portrayal of the character. In 2023, Tatler magazine named her a "Bright Young Thing."
Recent and Upcoming Projects
In 2024, Nico appeared in the movie Suncoast. She won the Breakthrough Performance Award at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival for her role.
Looking ahead to 2025, Nico Parker will star in a new movie. She will play Astrid Hofferson in the live-action remake of How to Train Your Dragon.
Film and Television Roles
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Movies
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 2019 | Dumbo | Milly Farrier | |
| 2021 | Reminiscence | Zoe | |
| 2024 | Suncoast | Doris | |
| 2025 | Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy |
Chloe | Post-production |
| How to Train Your Dragon |
Astrid Hofferson | Post-production | |
| TBA | Poetic License |
TBA | Filming |
Television Shows
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 2020 | The Third Day | Ellie | Main role |
| 2023 | The Last of Us | Sarah Miller | 2 episodes |
See also
In Spanish: Nico Parker para niños
