Michelle Dockery

Michelle Dockery — Courtesy of ITV

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Also Known As:: Mary Crawley, Lady Mary
Date of Birth:: December 15, 1981
Hometown:: Romford

Bio:
Michelle Dockery (born Michelle Suzanne Dockery on December 15, 1981 in Romford, East London) is a British actress, best known for playing Lady Mary Crawley on Downton Abbey. Most fans in the United States are unaware that Michelle is also a jazz singer, and frequently performs with a band formed by her TV mom Elizabeth McGovern. Throughout her career on stage and screen, Michelle has been nominated for many awards, including Screen Actors Guild Awards, Primetime Emmy Awards and Golden Globe Awards.

Best Known For:
Michelle Dockery is best known for starring in the British TV series Downton Abbey.

Personal Life:
Though Michelle tries to keep her private life just that, she has been linked to several men, including actor Joseph Millson, whom she split from in 2012.

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Plus, Mary gets a special visit from another handsome suitor! Has Matthew’s replacement arrived at last?
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Plus, what’s to come of the victim’s spouse in season 4? (Warning: spoilers ahead!)
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February 18, 2013

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