Molly Windsor is an English actress who won the BAFTA TV Award for Best Actress in 2018 for her searing portrayal of Holly Winshaw in the BBC miniseries Three Girls. Since her debut as a child actor, she has built a reputation for emotionally intense performances across film, television, and stage. In 2026, she stars as the lead in Netflix’s psychological thriller Unchosen, marking her transition to mainstream streaming audiences.
19 June 1997
Actress
English
The Unloved, Three Girls, Unchosen
What are Molly Windsor’s most notable movies and TV shows?
Molly Windsor first gained attention at age eleven in the 2009 television film The Unloved, a role that showcased her natural poise. Her breakthrough came in 2017 when she played Holly Winshaw in the BBC miniseries Three Girls, a dramatisation of the Rochdale child sex abuse ring. Her performance earned her the BAFTA TV Award for Best Actress in 2018.
Key career insights
- First acting credit was the short film The Imaginary Girl (2007).
- Discovered by writer/director Samantha Morton at a local drama school.
- Named a BAFTA Breakthrough Brit in 2017 alongside Jessie Buckley and Josh O’Connor.
- Played young Zelda Perkins opposite Samantha Morton in She Said (2022).
- Landed the lead role of Rosie in the Netflix psychological thriller Unchosen (2026).
- Has worked consistently across film, television, and stage since her debut.
Selected filmography
| Year | Role | Production |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Amy | The Imaginary Girl (short film) |
| 2009 | Lucy Manvers | The Unloved (breakthrough) |
| 2010 | Margaret’s Daughter | Oranges and Sunshine |
| 2017 | Holly Winshaw | Three Girls (BAFTA-winning role) |
| 2019 | Ruth | Make Up (psychological thriller) |
| 2019 | Angie | The Runaways |
| 2022 | Young Zelda Perkins | She Said |
| 2022 | Rosie | War of the Worlds |
| 2026 | Rosie | Unchosen (lead role) |
For a full list of credits, see IMDb – Molly Windsor.
Who is Molly Windsor’s family? – Husband, Sister, and Parents
Family background
Molly Windsor was born in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, England, on 19 June 1997. She grew up in the nearby village of Breaston, Derbyshire, where she still lives with her family. Her brother, Josh, is a musician who played in the rock band Fahran (later part of Shire Cross). No further details about her parents have been made public.
Windsor rarely discusses her family in interviews. The information available comes from her IMDb biography and occasional press mentions, such as a Mirror article about her personal life.
Relationships
Windsor is not married and there are no public indications of a current romantic partner. She was previously in a relationship with musician Jake Graham, who was associated with Fahran. The Mirror reports that she is believed to be single as of early 2025.
Sister
There is no verified information about a sister. The only sibling mentioned in reliable sources is her brother Josh.
What is Molly Windsor’s net worth and height?
Net worth
Molly Windsor’s net worth has not been publicly disclosed. No official source – including her agency, Wikipedia, or IMDb – provides a figure. Fan estimates often range between $500,000 and $2 million, but these are speculative.
Because Windsor’s earnings are not part of any public record, any number you see online is an estimate. Neither her representatives nor her known payroll data support a specific amount.
Height
According to IMDb, Molly Windsor stands 5′ 6″ (1.68 m). This is consistent with the height estimate provided in her casting profiles.
What is Molly Windsor’s career timeline?
- 2007 – First acting credit in short film The Imaginary Girl.
- 2009 – Breakout role in Channel 4’s The Unloved, directed by Samantha Morton.
- 2017 – Portrays Holly Winshaw in BBC’s Three Girls; wins BAFTA TV Award for Best Actress.
- 2022 – Plays young Zelda Perkins in She Said, a film about the Harvey Weinstein investigation.
- 2026 – Lead role of Rosie in Netflix’s psychological thriller Unchosen.
Sources: Wikipedia – Molly Windsor, Mirror article.
What is known and what remains unclear about Molly Windsor?
| Established information | Information that remains unclear |
|---|---|
| Date of birth: 19 June 1997 (Wikipedia, IMDb) | Net worth – no official disclosure; estimates vary widely. |
| Acting credits from 2007 onward (IMDb, United Agents) | Height – IMDb states 5′ 6″, but no official measurements from an agency. |
| BAFTA TV Award win for Three Girls (2018) | Marital status – not married, but no current partner confirmed. |
| Represented by The Artists Partnership (IMDb) | Parents – names and professions are not public. |
How did Molly Windsor rise to prominence?
Windsor’s career began in earnest when writer/director Samantha Morton cast her in The Unloved after spotting her at a local drama school. The Times noted her “unsettling stillness” in the role. That early performance set her apart, leading to a string of critically praised projects.
Her defining moment came with Three Girls. The three-part BBC drama confronted real-world grooming and exploitation, and Windsor’s portrayal of victim Holly Winshaw earned her a BAFTA at age twenty-one. She was also named a BAFTA Breakthrough Brit, joining a cohort that included Jessie Buckley and Josh O’Connor.
In 2026, she stars as Rosie in Netflix’s Unchosen, a psychological thriller about a mother trapped in a cult, opposite Asa Butterfield. The role marks her transition to mainstream streaming audiences while maintaining the emotional depth that defined her earlier work.
Where can you find verified information about Molly Windsor?
“Molly Windsor is an English actress who won the 2018 BAFTA TV Award for Best Actress for her role in Three Girls.”
– Wikipedia entry
Reliable sources include her voiceover profile, the Apple TV biography, and her agency’s listing on IMDb. The BAFTA website also records her 2018 win. These sources are regularly updated and cross‑referenced.
Who is Molly Windsor? – A brief summary
Molly Windsor (born 19 June 1997 in Nottingham) is an English actress best known for her BAFTA‑winning role in Three Girls and her current lead role in Netflix’s Unchosen. She started acting at age ten, was discovered by Samantha Morton, and has built a reputation for intense, emotionally charged performances. For a similarly accomplished British actress, read our profile on Lizzie Davidson – BAFTA-Winning Actress in Such Brave Girls.
Frequently asked questions about Molly Windsor
What is Molly Windsor’s age?
She was born on 19 June 1997. As of 2025, she is 27 years old, turning 28 in June 2025.
Where was Molly Windsor born?
She was born in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, England, and grew up in Breaston, Derbyshire.
What is Molly Windsor’s height?
Her height is 5 ft 6 in (1.68 m), according to IMDb.
Is Molly Windsor married?
No. She is not married and there is no confirmed relationship at this time. She was previously linked to musician Jake Graham.
What is Molly Windsor’s net worth?
Her net worth has not been publicly disclosed. Any figures online are speculative and not confirmed by official sources.
What movies has Molly Windsor been in?
Her films include Oranges and Sunshine, Make Up, The Runaways, She Said, and the Netflix series Unchosen (2026).
What is Molly Windsor’s most famous role?
Her most famous role is Holly Winshaw in the BBC miniseries Three Girls, for which she won a BAFTA TV Award.
Does Molly Windsor have a sister?
There is no reliable information about a sister. She has a brother named Josh who is a musician.
Which agency represents Molly Windsor?
She is represented by The Artists Partnership, a London‑based talent agency.
What is Molly Windsor’s accent?
She has a soft East Midlands accent, as noted in her voiceover profile.
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