Sarah Margaret Qualley, born on October 23, 1994, in Kalispell, Montana, is a respected American actress and model. She gained recognition for her role as Jill Garvey in the HBO series The Leftovers (2014-2017). As the daughter of actress Andie MacDowell and former model Paul Qualley, she grew up in Asheville, North Carolina, where she received ballet training before pursuing acting. Starting with a small part in Palo Alto (2013), Qualley went on to star in notable works like Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (2019) and the Netflix series Maid (2021), earning critical acclaim and establishing herself as a prominent figure in modern cinema.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Sarah Margaret Qualley |
| Date of Birth | October 23, 1994 |
| Place of Birth | Kalispell, Montana, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Spouse | Jack Antonoff (m. 2023) |
| Children | None |
| Occupations | Actress, Model |
| Net Worth | Approximately $4 million |
Early Life and Education
Margaret Qualley was born on October 23, 1994, in Kalispell, Montana. She is the daughter of actress Andie MacDowell and former model Paul Qualley. Growing up in a creative environment, Qualley was exposed to the arts from a young age. She began studying ballet at the age of four and pursued dance seriously throughout her childhood.
After moving to Los Angeles with her mother in her teenage years, Qualley decided to shift her focus from dance to acting. She attended the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) in London for a summer program and later enrolled at New York University (NYU), where she studied at the Tisch School of the Arts. However, she left NYU to pursue acting full-time.
Career
Modeling
In 2011, at the age of 16, Qualley began her modeling career by walking in the New York Fashion Week show for Alberta Ferretti. She also walked in Paris Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2012 for Valentino and Chanel, and later walked for Chanel again during their Fall/Winter 2012 show.
Over the years, she has been featured on the covers and in editorials of various magazines such as Evening Standard, Jolie, Teen Vogue, Paper, Elle, W, Hunger, Harper’s Bazaar, Porter, Document Journal, AnOther, Interview, Vogue, Vanity Fair, Nylon, V, The Cut, and C.
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Qualley has also appeared in advertising campaigns for Kenzo, Ralph Lauren, Kate Spade, and Celine, and has been a part of multiple campaigns for Chanel, where she serves as a brand ambassador.
Acting
In 2013, Qualley began her acting career with a small role in Gia Coppola’s film Palo Alto, later landing a series regular role in the HBO show The Leftovers. She also appeared in notable projects such as the commercials for Tory Burch and KENZO World, as well as in films like The Nice Guys, Death Note, Seberg, and Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.
Qualley gained recognition for her performances in Novitiate and Native Son, and received award nominations for her role in Fosse/Verdon. She also starred in the Netflix film IO and the miniseries Maid. Additionally, she appeared in the video game Death Stranding and starred in Wake Up and My Salinger Year. In 2022, she starred in the film Stars at Noon directed by Claire Denis.
In 2023, Qualley took on the role of executive producer and starred in the erotic thriller Sanctuary alongside Christopher Abbott. That same year, she appeared in the surrealist fantasy film Poor Things directed by Yorgos Lanthimos, and later starred in the comedy road film Drive-Away Dolls with Geraldine Viswanathan.
She also collaborated with Lanthimos and Emma Stone in Kinds of Kindness, taking on multiple characters in different storylines. In addition, Qualley starred in the body horror film The Substance with Demi Moore and Dennis Quaid, both premiering at the 77th Cannes Film Festival.
Upcoming projects for Qualley include the detective comedy film Honey Don’t! directed by Ethan Coen, featuring Aubrey Plaza and Chris Evans, as well as the black comedy thriller Huntington directed by John Patton Ford, in which she stars alongside Glen Powell.
Personal Life
Margaret Qualley has been relatively private about her personal life but has been linked to several notable figures. She was previously in a relationship with actor Jack Antonoff, known for his work as a musician and producer. In August 2023, Qualley married Antonoff in an intimate ceremony.
As of now, there are no public records indicating that she has children.
Margaret Qualley Net Worth
As of 2023, Margaret Qualley’s net worth is estimated to be around $4 million. This wealth primarily comes from her successful acting career, endorsements, and various projects in film and television.
Filmography
Margaret Qualley’s filmography includes:
Films
- Palo Alto (2013)
- The Nice Guys (2016)
- Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (2019)
- The Death of Dick Long (2019)
- Maid (2021)
- The Guilty (2021)
- Sanctuary (2023)
Television
- The Leftovers (2014-2017)
- Fosse/Verdon (2019)
- Maid (2021)
Awards and Nominations
Margaret Qualley has received several accolades for her performances:
- Primetime Emmy Awards: Nominated for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Movie for Maid.
- Critics’ Choice Television Awards: Won Best Actress in a Limited Series or Movie Made for Television for Maid, among other nominations.
- Screen Actors Guild Awards: Nominated as part of the ensemble cast for The Leftovers.
Her performances continue to garner attention from critics and audiences alike, establishing her as one of the prominent actresses of her generation.
