“If you fail in that moment then you are out”: One ‘Peaky Blinders’ Actor Made Annabelle Wallis Realize the Show Was Going to Be a Tough Ride

One of the most complex characters in BBC’s Peaky Blinders was Annabelle Wallis’ Grace Burgess, the spy-turned-lover of Thomas Shelby. She had a central role that showcased progressive character development, and her exit proved to be a major turning point for the show’s narrative.
Annabelle Wallis in Peaky Blinders / Credits: BBC
The Shelby couple didn’t have a happy ending as fans hoped, as Grace died in Season 3 after getting fatally shot by a bullet meant for her husband. Portraying the character proved to be a daunting task for Wallis, who claimed working alongside Cillian Murphy inspired her to strive harder.
Cillian Murphy inspired Annabelle Wallis to aim for excellence in Peaky Blinders
Annabelle Wallis is notably known for her portrayal of Jane Seymour in Showtime’s period drama The Tudors, but landing the role of Grace Burgess in Peaky Blinders was the game-changer in her career.
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Annabelle Wallis in Peaky Blinders / Credits: BBC
The Shelby couple didn’t have a happy ending as fans hoped, as Grace died in Season 3 after getting fatally shot by a bullet meant for her husband. Portraying the character proved to be a daunting task for Wallis, who claimed working alongside Cillian Murphy inspired her to strive harder.
Cillian Murphy inspired Annabelle Wallis to aim for excellence in Peaky Blinders
Annabelle Wallis is notably known for her portrayal of Jane Seymour in Showtime’s period drama The Tudors, but landing the role of Grace Burgess in Peaky Blinders was the game-changer in her career.
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- 1/12/2025
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
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