Sophie Wu

Sophie Wu, born on December 23, 1983, in Edinburgh, Scotland, is a talented actress celebrated for her diverse roles in both film and television. With a mixed heritage of a Chinese father and a Scottish mother, she spent her early years in Scotland before pursuing her passion for acting at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA), where she graduated in 2006.

Wu's career took off with appearances in popular television series such as "Casualty" and "Hotel Babylon." She gained further recognition for her role as Kiki in the 2008 comedy film "Wild Child," featuring Emma Roberts. Her breakthrough came in 2010 when she portrayed Erika Cho in the superhero film "Kick-Ass," followed by her reprisal of the role in the sequel, "Kick-Ass 2." Additionally, she showcased her acting range in the BBC Three series "The Fades" as Jay, and later starred as Zoe in the sitcom "The Midnight Beast." Her recurring role as Heather in the acclaimed series "Fresh Meat" further solidified her status in the industry.

Beyond acting, Wu is also an accomplished writer. In 2014, she debuted her one-woman show, "Sophie Wu is Minging, She Looks Like She's Dead," which received praise for its originality. Additionally, she contributed a monologue to the BBC series "The Break" and premiered her play "Ramona Tells Jim" in 2017, demonstrating her versatility as a creative artist.