Posy Sterling (born November 19, 1992, in Manchester, England) is a British actress. She trained at the Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts and developed her career through stage productions before moving into film and television. Her early work combined theater, music, and screen acting, helping establish her as a versatile performer.
She gained recognition through projects such as The Outrun, World on Fire, Person of Interest, and Playing Nice. Her breakthrough came with the lead role of Molly in Lollipop, earning the British Independent Film Award for Breakthrough Performance and a BAFTA Rising Star nomination. Known for emotional intensity and authenticity, she has become one of Britain’s notable emerging actors.
She has continued expanding her work across film, television, and theater while developing projects connected to social and cultural themes. Recognized as one of Screen International’s Stars of Tomorrow, she has attracted growing critical acclaim and industry attention, establishing herself as a promising figure in contemporary British cinema and television.