Claire Skinner

Claire Skinner (born 1965) is an English actress known for her television career. She gained recognition in the United Kingdom for her role as Sue Brockman in the BBC television series Outnumbered. Skinner was born and raised in Hemel Hempstead, England and had a passion for acting from a young age. She studied at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art before joining the prestigious Royal Shakespeare Company. Skinner's early roles included performances at the Oldham Repertory Theatre and her breakthrough came with the British comedy series Life Begins. She also portrayed Lucinda in the first series of Chef!. From 2007 to 2014, Skinner captivated audiences as Sue Brockman in Outnumbered.