Synnove Karlsen is a 27-year-old talented actress from Glasgow, Scotland. You might recognize her as Clarice Orsini in the historical drama show “Medici,” as Holly McStay in the thrilling series “Clique” on BBC, and Jocasta in the psychological horror movie “Last Night in Soho,” directed by Edgar Wright in 2021.
Karlsen is also recognized for 2023 role in the Netflix television series “Bodies.” She was alongside other talented actors including Amaka Okafor.
Profile Summary
Full Name | Synnove Karlsen |
Age | 27 years old |
Birth Date | July 30, 1996 |
Birth Place | Glasgow, Scotland |
Nationality | British |
Profession | Actress |
Parents | Unknown |
Relationship Status | Single |
Height | 5’6″ 168 cm 1.68 m |
Weight | 50kg 110 lbs |
Net Worth | $500k |
Social links | Instagram |
Early Life & Background
Synnove Karlsen was born in Glasgow, Scotland on July 30, 1996. However, she grew up in Helensburgh until her family moved to London when she was 12 years old.
Karlsen has Norwegian roots and has three older brothers. Additionally, she is the niece of British film producers Elizabeth Karlsen and Stephen Woolley.
Regarding Karlsen’s educational background, she attended the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art and then the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. However, she left after one year when she got a role in the show Clique.

Acting Career
Synnøve Karlsen’s acting career has seen a progression from her earliest roles to her most recent work. In 2017 and 2018, she appeared in the TV series “Clique” as Holly McStay and then played Rose in the short film “Dead Birds” in 2018.
Moving forward, she took on the role of Clarice in the TV series “Medici” from 2018 to 2019, with a total of 16 episodes.
In 2021, she was part of the movie “Last Night in Soho,” playing the character Jocasta. In 2022, she acted as Cassie Stone in the TV series “The Midwich Cuckoos,” and in 2023, she was cast as Polly in the TV mini-series “Bodies,” consisting of 8 episodes.
Physical Appearance & Measurements
Karlsen has a slim body type with body measurements of 32-25-32 inches. Her height stands at 5 feet 6 inches (1.68 meters), and she maintains a weight of 50 kg (110 pounds).
Her hair color is brown, and she has hazel-colored eyes.
Filmography
Year | Film/TV Show Name | Type | Role |
---|---|---|---|
2023 | Bodies | TV Mini-Series | Polly |
2022 | The Midwich Cuckoos | TV Series | Cassie Stone |
2021 | Last Night in Soho | Movie | Jocasta (as Synnøve Karlsen) |
2018 | Medici | TV Series | Clarice |
2017 | Clique | TV Series | Holly McStay |
2018 | Dead Birds | Short | Rose |
2017 | V | Short | Minnie |