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Kerry Condon

Kerry Condon is an Irish actress known for work in film, television, and theatre.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Kerry Condon is an Irish actress known for her work in film, television, and theatre. She is recognized for roles in *Rome*, *Better Call Saul*, and *The Banshees of Inisherin*, and for voicing F.R.I.D.A.Y. in several Marvel Cinematic Universe films.

Early life and career

Condon was born in County Tipperary, Ireland, and began acting while still a teenager. Early screen credits include Irish television and film roles before she moved into larger international productions.

Television and film roles

She became widely known for *Rome* and later appeared in *Better Call Saul*. Her film work includes *Ned Kelly*, *The Last Station*, *Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri*, and *The Banshees of Inisherin*.

Voice work and collaboration with Marvel

Condon voiced F.R.I.D.A.Y., the artificial intelligence associated with Tony Stark, across several Marvel Cinematic Universe films. The role made her voice recognizable to a broad global audience.

Awards and recognition

Her performance in *The Banshees of Inisherin* brought major awards attention, including a BAFTA win and an Academy Award nomination for supporting actress.

Key facts

  • Born in Thurles, County Tipperary, Ireland, in 1983.
  • Began acting as a teenager and worked in stage, television, and film.
  • Played Octavia of the Julii in the HBO/BBC series *Rome*.
  • Played Stacey Ehrmantraut in *Better Call Saul*.
  • Voiced the AI character F.R.I.D.A.Y. in multiple Marvel films.
  • Received major awards recognition for *The Banshees of Inisherin*.
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Canadian context

Kerry Condon’s work is relevant to Canadian audiences through internationally distributed film and television releases, including Oscar- and BAFTA-recognized productions shown widely in Canada.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Kerry Condon?
Kerry Condon is an Irish actress known for stage, television, and film roles, including *Rome*, *Better Call Saul*, and *The Banshees of Inisherin*.
When was Kerry Condon born?
She was born on 9 January 1983.
What is Kerry Condon best known for?
She is best known for *Rome*, *Better Call Saul*, and her award-nominated performance in *The Banshees of Inisherin*.
What Marvel role did Kerry Condon voice?
She voiced F.R.I.D.A.Y., an artificial intelligence character used in several Marvel Cinematic Universe films.
Has Kerry Condon won major awards?
Yes. She won a BAFTA Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role for *The Banshees of Inisherin*.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kerry_Condon
    Supports: Birth date, Irish nationality, and major roles in *Rome*, *Better Call Saul*, and Marvel films.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/de/name/nm0174403/bio/
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, notable credits, and awards/nominations.
  3. BroadwayWorld — https://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Kerry-Condon/
    Supports: Stage career and awards for *The Cripple of Inishmaan*.
  4. All American Speakers — https://www.allamericanspeakers.com/celebritytalentbios/Kerry+Condon/453380
    Supports: Role as F.R.I.D.A.Y., *Better Call Saul*, and *F1* credit.
  5. People — https://www.people.com/movies/everything-to-know-about-kerry-condon/
    Supports: Career overview, early work, and broad recognition.