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Oona Chaplin

Oona Chaplin is a Spanish-British actress born in Madrid in 1986.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated September 10, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Oona Chaplin is a Spanish-British actress, born in Madrid in 1986. She is best known for her television roles as Talisa Maegyr in *Game of Thrones* and Zilpha Geary in *Taboo*. She comes from a prominent artistic family, being the daughter of actress Geraldine Chaplin and cinematographer Patricio Castilla, and the granddaughter of Charlie Chaplin.

Early life and family

Oona Chaplin was born in Madrid, Spain, to actress Geraldine Chaplin and cinematographer Patricio Castilla. She is a member of the Chaplin family, being the granddaughter of Charlie Chaplin, and also a great-granddaughter of playwright Eugene O'Neill.

Acting career

Chaplin gained recognition for her work in British, Spanish, and American television. Her most notable roles include Talisa Maegyr in the HBO series *Game of Thrones* and Zilpha Geary in the BBC series *Taboo*.

Notable screen roles

In addition to her best-known roles, Chaplin has appeared in series such as *Sherlock*, *The Hour*, *Black Mirror*, *The Crimson Field*, and *Treason*. She also co-starred in the 2025 film *Avatar: Fire and Ash* as Varang.

Family background

Chaplin comes from a distinguished artistic background. She is the granddaughter of legendary filmmaker Charlie Chaplin and the great-granddaughter of Nobel Prize-winning playwright Eugene O'Neill.

Key facts

  • Born in Madrid, Spain, in 1986.
  • Member of the Chaplin family, granddaughter of Charlie Chaplin.
  • Daughter of actress Geraldine Chaplin and cinematographer Patricio Castilla.
  • Best known for television roles in *Game of Thrones* and *Taboo*.
  • Co-starred in the 2025 film *Avatar: Fire and Ash*.
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Canadian context

No direct Canada-specific connection is established in the provided sources.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Oona Chaplin?
Oona Chaplin is a Spanish-British actress known mainly for television roles such as Talisa Maegyr in *Game of Thrones*.
When was Oona Chaplin born?
She was born on 4 June 1986.
Where was Oona Chaplin born?
She was born in Madrid, Spain.
Who are Oona Chaplin's parents?
Her parents are actress Geraldine Chaplin and cinematographer Patricio Castilla.
How is Oona Chaplin related to Charlie Chaplin?
She is Charlie Chaplin's granddaughter.
What are Oona Chaplin's best-known roles?
Her best-known roles include Talisa Maegyr in *Game of Thrones* and Zilpha Geary in *Taboo*.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oona_Chaplin
    Supports: Birth place, family background, and career overview including 2025 film credit.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2772105/bio/
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, birthplace, parentage, and notable roles.
  3. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/oona_chaplin
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, and television credits.
  4. Wikipedia (Spanish) — https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oona_Chaplin
    Supports: Spanish-British identity, birth place, and notable television roles.