Emily's mother abandoned her acting career to raise her. |
As a child, she often spoke in funny voices to improve her fluency. |
A teacher encouraged her to join the school play, which led to her love for theatre. |
Faced a debilitating stutter during her childhood that she overcame, partly through theatre. |
Discovered by an agent at a school play in Edinburgh and began her acting career. |
Initially offered a record deal at 16 after performing in a musical at the Edinburgh Festival. |
Known for her role in 'The Devil Wears Prada'; she convinced the director to make her character British. |
Actively supports the American Institute for Stuttering to help children with stuttering. |
Involved in philanthropic work with organizations like Family Reach. |
Has a strong bond with her husband, John Krasinski, who she met through mutual friends. |
Ranked multiple times in lists of 'Most Desirable Women' and 'Most Beautiful Faces'. |
Took on the iconic role of Mary Poppins, succeeding Julie Andrews. |
Considered the film 'Oppenheimer' her highest-grossing film to date. |
Maintains a phobia of heights and gloves, and is allergic to cats and horses. |