Julia Garner, born February 1, 1994, in the Bronx, New York, is an acclaimed American actress known for her role as Ruth Langmore in Netflix’s Ozark, which earned her three Primetime Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe.
She also starred in The Americans (2015-2018) and Inventing Anna (2022), receiving critical acclaim for her performances.
Garner has appeared in films such as Martha Marcy May Marlene (2011) and The Assistant (2019), showcasing her versatility across genres.
Parents
Julia’s parents are Tamar Gingold and Thomas Garner.
Tamar, originally from Israel, was an actress and comedian before becoming a therapist. Thomas is a painter and art teacher from Shaker Heights, Ohio.
Garner has an older sister, Anna, who is also involved in the arts as a writer and producer.
The family raised their daughters in the Jewish faith in Riverdale, Bronx, where Julia developed her passion for acting despite facing learning challenges in her youth.
Career
Garner began her acting journey in the late 2000s, making her film debut in Martha Marcy May Marlene (2011), where she played a supporting role.
She continued to build her resume with guest appearances on television shows and minor roles in films, gradually establishing herself as a promising young actress.
Garner’s career took a significant turn when she was cast as Ruth Langmore in Netflix’s Ozark (2017-2022).
Ruth, a savvy and resourceful young woman from a criminal family, quickly became a fan favorite.
Garner’s performance was widely praised for its complexity and depth, earning her three Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series in 2019, 2020, and 2022.
Her portrayal of Ruth Langmore not only showcased her acting skills but also established her as one of the standout talents of her generation.
Before Ozark, Garner starred as Kimberly Breland in the critically acclaimed FX series The Americans (2015-2018).
Garner’s role added depth to the series and further solidified her reputation as a skilled actress.
In 2022, she took on the lead role in Netflix’s Inventing Anna, where she portrayed Anna Sorokin (aka Anna Delvey), a con artist who posed as a wealthy New York socialite.
In addition to her television success, Garner has appeared in several films that highlight her talent. Her debut film role in Martha Marcy May Marlene helped establish her as a promising young actress.
She played the lead role of Jane in The Assistant (2019), a critically acclaimed drama that explores workplace harassment through the lens of an assistant to a powerful executive.
Recently, she starred in The Royal Hotel (2023), a thriller set in Australia that further demonstrates her ability to tackle diverse roles.
Looking ahead, she is set to star alongside Ryan Gosling in the upcoming film Wolf Man (2025), directed by Derek Cianfrance.
