Anna Maxwell Martin

Anna Maxwell Martin, born Anna Charlotte Martin on May 10, 1977, is a British actress whose career spans television and theatre. Notably, she won British Academy Television Awards for her roles as Esther Summerson in "Bleak House" and N in "Poppy Shakespeare." Martin also gained recognition for her portrayal of Detective Chief Superintendent Patricia Carmichael in "Line of Duty" and Kelly Major in "Code 404." Her comedic chops were showcased in the BBC series "Motherland," earning her a BAFTA nomination. Onstage, she played Lyra Belacqua in "His Dark Materials" at the National Theatre, further cementing her versatile talent.