The daughter of an architect and an English professor, Emily Watson was born and raised in London. After a self-described "sheltered" upbringing, Watson attended…more
Emily has been nominated for two SAG Awards. In 1999 she was nominated for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role for Hilary and Jackie. In 2002 she won Outstanding Performance by the Cast of a Theatrical Motion Picture for Gosford Park.
Emily has been nominated for three Golden Globes. In 1997 she was nominated for Best Actress in a Motion Picture-Drama for Breaking The Waves. In 1999 she was nominated for Best Actress in a Motion Picture-Drama for Hilary and Jackie. In 2005 she was nominated for Actress in a Supporting Role-Series, Miniseries or Television Movie for The Life and Death of Peter Sellers.
Emily has been nominated for two Oscars. In 1997 she was nominated for Best Actress in a Leading Role for Breaking The Waves. In 1999 she was nominated for Best Actress in a Leading Role for Hilary and Jackie.