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Leah O'Rourke
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Leah O'Rourke

Born 12 November 1988 · Newry, Northern Ireland
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Leah O'Rourke (born 12 November 1988) is an actress from Northern Ireland. She is best known for her role as Jenny Joyce in the Channel 4 comedy series Derry Girls. O'Rourke rose to prominence in 2018 following her supporting role in the comedy series, Derry Girls. O'Rourke won a best supporting actress award for her role in feature film The Spin 2025 Outside of Derry Girls, O'Rourke has appeared in several short films, including Anna (2013), and Normality (2014). In 2016 O'Rourke played the character of Siobhán in the award-winning film Half Brothers. O'Rourke has spoken about how she auditioned for the critically acclaimed drama series, Normal People. Aside from acting professionally, O'Rourke has also worked as a drama tutor in the Fermanagh School of Music and Performing Arts.

Known for

Derry Girls
Wasted
Half Brothers
The Spin
The Knife
The Spin
The Knife
Half Brothers
Wasted
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