: Karen Gillan is a Scottish actress born on November 28, 1987, in Inverness, Scotland. She trained at the Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts in London. She is globally recognised for her role as Amy Pond in the long-running BBC science fiction series Doctor Who (2010–2013) and as the fierce assassin Nebula in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, appearing in Guardians of the Galaxy, Avengers: Infinity War and Endgame. She has also directed and starred in The Party's Just Beginning. Known for her towering height, flame-red hair, and powerful screen presence.