PROFILE
Full Name: Cailee Spaeny
Stage Name: Cailee Spaeny
Date of Birth: July 24, 1998
Nationality: American
Spouse and Children: There is no public information regarding Cailee Spaeny’s marital status or children.
Career Start: Spaeny began her acting journey with the Springfield Little Theatre in Missouri, participating in numerous plays. In the 2013–2014 season, she landed the lead role of Ariel in the production of Disney’s Little Mermaid Jr. Her early involvement in theater laid a strong foundation for her future in acting.
Filmography
Film
Pacific Rim Uprising (2018) – Amara Namani
Bad Times at the El Royale (2018) – Rose Summerspring
On the Basis of Sex (2018) – Jane Ginsburg
Vice (2018) – Young Lynne Cheney
The Craft: Legacy (2020) – Lily Schechner
How It Ends (2021) – Little Liza
Priscilla (2023) – Priscilla Presley
Civil War (2024) – Jessie Cullen
Alien: Romulus (2024) – Rain Carradine
Television
Devs (2020) – Lyndon
Mare of Easttown (2021) – Erin McMenamin
The First Lady (2022) – Anna Roosevelt Halsted
Awards and Nominations
In 2023, Spaeny received critical acclaim for her portrayal of Priscilla Presley in Priscilla, earning the Volpi Cup for Best Actress at the Venice International Film Festival. She was also nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama for the same role.
Most Notable Role
Spaeny’s portrayal of Priscilla Presley in Sofia Coppola’s Priscilla (2023) stands out as her most significant role to date, showcasing her depth and versatility as an actress.
Interesting Facts
Before her film career, Spaeny released a single titled “Fallin” in 2016 under Future Town Music.
She grew up in Springfield, Missouri, and is one of nine siblings.
Spaeny and pop star Chappell Roan participated in local talent shows together during their childhood in Missouri.
Cailee Spaeny continues to make a significant impact in the entertainment industry with her compelling performances and dedication to her craft.