Maggie O'Neill

Margaret 'Maggie' O'Neill is an English actress born on November 15, 1962. She is best known for her television roles in Peak Practice (2000–2002), Shameless (2004–2007), and EastEnders (2008). O'Neill began her acting career after being inspired by a drama teacher and trained at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. She made her professional screen debut in the British production Mona Lisa alongside Bob Hoskins in 1986, followed by her Hollywood debut in the film Gorillas in the Mist (1988). In addition to her screen work, O'Neill also appeared in the music video for Simply Red's single 'Holding Back The Years' in 1986.