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Nico Parker

Nico Parker is an English actress known for her film debut in Disney’s *Dumbo* (2019) and for playing Sarah Miller in the first season of HBO’s *The Last of Us* (2023).

Updated July 30, 20261 min readCited sources

Nico Parker is an English actress who made her film debut in Disney’s *Dumbo* (2019) and gained wider recognition for playing Sarah Miller in HBO’s *The Last of Us* (2023).

What it is

Nico Parker is a British actress born on 9 December 2004 in Kensal Rise, London. She is the daughter of filmmaker Ol Parker and actress Thandiwe Newton. Her height is listed as 5 ft 1 in (1.55 m).

Key details

Parker made her screen debut in Disney’s live-action *Dumbo* (2019). She later appeared in the series *The Third Day* and played Sarah Miller in the first season of HBO’s *The Last of Us* (2023). Her other film credits include *Reminiscence* (2021), *Suncoast* (2024), and *How to Train Your Dragon* (2025).

Why it matters

Parker is recognized as a rising British actress, with her role in *The Last of Us* bringing her to a wider audience. Her family background in the film industry and her early career choices have drawn attention to her as a notable emerging talent.

In short

  • Born 9 December 2004 in London, England.
  • Daughter of Ol Parker and Thandiwe Newton.
  • Film debut in *Dumbo* (2019); known for *The Last of Us* (2023).
  • Height: 5 ft 1 in (1.55 m).

Quick questions

How old is Nico Parker?
She was born on 9 December 2004, so she is 21 years old as of 24 July 2026.
Who is Nico Parker's mother?
Her mother is actress Thandiwe Newton.
What movies has Nico Parker been in?
Her film credits include *Dumbo* (2019), *Reminiscence* (2021), *Suncoast* (2024), and *How to Train Your Dragon* (2025).

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nico_Parker
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, parentage, and that she is an English actress.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9135274/bio/
    Supports: Birth date, height, and acting credits including Dumbo, How to Train Your Dragon, and The Last of Us.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9135274/
    Supports: Birth date, height, and age listing.
  4. The Movie Database — https://www.themoviedb.org/person/2064124-nico-parker?language=en-US
    Supports: Birthplace, parentage, Dumbo debut, and The Last of Us credit.
  5. People — https://people.com/all-about-nico-parker-parents-8774602
    Supports: Parentage and family background.
  6. TV Maze — https://www.tvmaze.com/people/230515/nico-parker
    Supports: Birthplace, parentage, and family details.