Kathryn Prescott

Kathryn Prescott Biography

Kathryn "Kat" Prescott (born 4 June 1991) is an English actress. Born in Southgate, London, Prescott is best known for her portrayal of teenager Emily Fitch on the teen drama television series Skins.

Career

In July 2008 Prescott and twin sister Megan appeared in an episode of soap opera Doctors, playing twin sisters Amy and Charlotte Wilcox in "Dare, Double Dare, Truth". Beginning in early 2009, Prescott played Emily Fitch in Skins series 3 and 4, with characters known as the "second generation". Prescott stated on her official website in March 2010 that she had a role in the pilot of Goth. Prescott subsequently confirmed on her website in late April 2010 that she was scheduled to start filming Goth, set in London, in August of the same year.
Prescott has been reported to be reprising her role as Emily for the upcoming Skins movie.

Personal life

Kathryn is six minutes older than her twin sister Megan, and has a total of 14 body piercings. In providing her "Top Ten Playlist" on the Skins official website, Prescott named Röyksopp, The Cardigans and Metallica as among her favourite music. In response to a fan's question on her official website, Prescott revealed that she would prefer to not label herself regarding her sexuality, and that 'labels are for cans' (following rumours regarding the homosexuality of her character in Skins), but does not believe that "people are defined by their sexuality", suggesting that "it doesn't change who you are as a person". Following another question, she revealed that while she is not 'strictly' a vegetarian, she is wary of what meat she consumes.