Michelle Gomez

Biography

Michelle Gomez is a Scottish actress celebrated for her sharp comedic timing and her ability to play eccentric, intense, and often villainous characters. Born in Glasgow to a photographer father from Montserrat and a mother who ran a modeling agency, she trained at the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama. Gomez first gained recognition in the UK for her roles in cult comedies like The Book Group and Green Wing, where her portrayal of the unhinged staff liaison officer Sue White became a fan favorite. She achieved global fame in 2014 when she was cast as "Missy" in Doctor Who, revealing herself to be the first female incarnation of the Doctor's arch-nemesis, The Master. This role cemented her status as a sci-fi icon. She later starred as Madam Satan (Lilith) in Netflix's Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, further showcasing her talent for playing complex, dark, and charismatic antagonists.

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