Sophie Turner, born on February 21, 1996, in Northampton, UK, gained international recognition for her role as Sansa Stark in the television series Game of Thrones (2011–2019). She began acting at a young age and was cast as Sansa at 14, developing the character from a naive girl into a complex and strong figure over eight seasons. Following the series, she continued her career with roles in films such as X-Men: Dark Phoenix (2019) and Jono (2023), as well as the series Generation-1899 and Joan (2024).
Turner is noted for her distinctive appearance, standing 175 cm tall with red hair, making her one of the most recognizable actresses of her generation. In 2019, she married American singer Joe Jonas, with whom she has two daughters born in 2020 and 2022. The couple announced their divorce in 2023. Turner's career balances dramatic roles and commercial projects, marking her transition from her breakout role in Game of Thrones to a successful independent career.
