Leah O'Rourke
Actor
- Born
- November 12, 1988 (age 37) · Newry, Northern Ireland
Leah O'Rourke (born 12 November 1988) is an actress from Northern Ireland. She is best known for her role as Jenny Joyce in the Channel 4 comedy series Derry Girls. O'Rourke rose to prominence in 2018 following her supporting role in the comedy series, Derry Girls.
O'Rourke won a best supporting actress award for her role in feature film The Spin 2025
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Outside of Derry Girls, O'Rourke has appeared in several short films, including Anna (2013), and Normality (2014). In 2016 O'Rourke played the character of Siobhán in the award-winning film Half Brothers. O'Rourke has spoken about how she auditioned for the critically acclaimed drama series, Normal People. Aside from acting professionally, O'Rourke has also worked as a drama tutor in the Fermanagh School of Music and Performing Arts.
In 2023, O'Rourke took part as a contestant on the sixth series of Dancing with the Stars, paired with John Nolan
Leah is also the niece of actor John Lynch and actress Susan Lynch.
Known for
Acting5
- 2026The Spin as Tracey
- 2025The Knife as Nurse Siobhan
- 2016Half Brothers as Siobhán
- 2013Wasted as Girl at Party
- TBAThe Vicar's Wife as Effie