Katherine Matilda Swinton is a British actress, born on November 5, 1960. She is recognized for her transformative performances of eccentric and enigmatic characters across stage and screen. Her accolades include an Academy Award, two BAFTA Awards, and a Volpi Cup, alongside nominations for five Screen Actors Guild Awards and four Golden Globe Awards. In 2020, The New York Times ranked her as one of the greatest actors of the 21st century.