Gillian Anderson is a renowned American-British actress, best known for her portrayal of FBI Special Agent Dana Scully in the iconic television series The X-Files, a role that earned her worldwide fame and multiple awards, including a Primetime Emmy and a Golden Globe. Anderson has had a versatile career, successfully transitioning between television, film, and theater. She received critical acclaim for her role as Margaret Thatcher in The Crown, earning another Emmy Award in 2021. Anderson has also appeared in The Fall and Sex Education.