Viola Prettejohn

Viola Margaret Jane Prettejohn, born in July 2003, is a talented British actress making waves in the entertainment industry. She gained widespread recognition for her portrayal of Myrtle Haplisch in HBO's acclaimed series, The Nevers, which aired from 2021 to 2023. In 2023, she took on the challenging role of a young Princess Elizabeth in the sixth season of Netflix's hit series, The Crown, appearing in pivotal flashback scenes set during Victory in Europe Day.

Prettejohn began her television career with a notable performance in the second season of the Starz series Counterpart, where she depicted a younger version of Emily, a character played by Olivia Williams. Her versatility was further showcased in 2019 when she joined the ensemble of Joss Whedon's The Nevers and also portrayed Fake Ciri in the popular Netflix series, The Witcher.

In addition to her recent successes, 2023 saw her stepping into the role of Finn in Ben Wheatley’s zombie satire Generation Z for Channel 4. Looking ahead, Prettejohn is set to star as Mary FitzRoy, Duchess of Richmond and Somerset, in the BBC One adaptation of Hilary Mantel's critically acclaimed work, Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light. With a growing list of impressive credits, Prettejohn is undoubtedly a rising star to watch in the world of television and film.