Genevieve O'Reilly

Born: 06 January 1977

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Years Active: 2000-present

Genevieve O'Reilly (born 6 January 1977) is an Irish actress. She is known for portraying Mon Mothma in the Star Wars franchise beginning with Revenge of the Sith (2005), a role which earned her a Saturn Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in season 1 of Andor. She has also amassed significant other acting credits on stage and in film and television.

Genevieve O'Reilly was born on 6 January 1977 in Dublin, Ireland, and at age ten emigrated to Adelaide, in South Australia. She had two younger siblings when the family emigrated, eventually gaining Australian citizenship.

O'Reilly moved to Sydney to attend the National Institute of Dramatic Art, eventually being accepted after three attempts. She graduated in 2000.