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Sienna Miller

Sienna Miller is a British-American actress, model, and fashion designer known for film roles in the 2000s and 2010s, including *Layer Cake*, *Alfie*, *Factory Girl*, and *American Sniper*.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Sienna Miller is a British-American actress, model, and fashion designer. She was born in New York City and raised in London. She became known for film roles in the 2000s and 2010s, including *Layer Cake*, *Alfie*, *Factory Girl*, and *American Sniper*, and for her influence on early-2000s fashion.

Early life and background

Sienna Miller was born in New York City on December 28, 1981, and raised in London. She holds both British and American citizenship. She developed an early interest in acting and entertainment.

Acting career

Miller made her screen debut in *South Kensington* (2001). She gained wider attention in 2004 with roles in *Layer Cake* and *Alfie*. Her subsequent film credits include *Factory Girl*, *The Edge of Love*, *G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra*, *American Sniper*, and *The Lost City of Z*. She has also worked in television, with roles in *The Girl* and *Extrapolations*.

Modeling and fashion

Before and alongside her acting career, Miller worked as a model and became associated with early-2000s boho chic fashion. She co-founded the fashion label Twenty8Twelve with her sister Savannah Miller.

Public profile and later work

Miller has remained a notable public figure through fashion coverage and ongoing film and television projects. Her later work includes *American Sniper*, *The Lost City of Z*, and *Extrapolations*. She has been widely covered in Canadian entertainment media.

Key facts

  • Sienna Miller is a British-American actress, model, and fashion designer.
  • She was born in New York City and raised in London.
  • She gained wider attention in 2004 with roles in *Layer Cake* and *Alfie*.
  • She co-founded the fashion label Twenty8Twelve with her sister Savannah Miller.
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Canadian context

Sienna Miller has been widely covered in Canadian entertainment media and her films have had theatrical and streaming releases in Canada, making her a familiar international screen figure for Canadian audiences.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Sienna Miller?
Sienna Miller is a British-American actress, model, and fashion designer known for film, television, and fashion work.
When was Sienna Miller born?
She was born on December 28, 1981.
Where was Sienna Miller born?
She was born in New York City, New York, United States.
What is Sienna Miller known for?
She is known for acting roles in films such as *Layer Cake*, *Alfie*, *Factory Girl*, and *American Sniper*, as well as her fashion influence.
Did Sienna Miller work as a model?
Yes. She had a modeling career and appeared in fashion publications before and during her acting career.
Did Sienna Miller create a fashion brand?
Yes. She co-founded the fashion line Twenty8Twelve with her sister Savannah Miller.

References

  1. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sienna_Miller
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, screen debut, acting credits, and recent career notes.
  2. Vogue UKhttps://www.vogue.co.uk/article/sienna-miller
    Supports: British actress/model/fashion designer identity, New York birth, fashion influence, and Twenty8Twelve.
  3. HELLO! Magazinehttps://www.hellomagazine.com/profiles/2009100891/sienna-miller/
    Supports: Birth details, upbringing in London, early career, and notable film roles.
  4. IMDbhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm1092227/
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, birthplace, and biographical basics.
  5. TV Guidehttps://www.tvguide.com/celebrities/sienna-miller/bio/3030030751/
    Supports: Professional profile, occupations, citizenship, and fashion collection.