Award-winning actress Olivia Colman turns 51: a look back (15 images)

By Wade Sheridan

Olivia Colman, best known for her roles in "The Crown," "The Favourite" "The Lost Daughter" and "Broadchurch," turns 50 on Thursday. Here's a look back at her career through the years.

Olivia Colman attends the Film Critics' Circle Awards in London on January 19, 2012. Photo by Rune Hellestad/UPI

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Colman attends a screening for "The Lobster" during the BFI London Film Festival on October 13, 2015. Photo by Paul Treadway/UPI

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Emma Stone (L) and Colman attend a photo call for "The Favourite" at the Venice Film Festival on August 30, 2018. Photo by Rune Hellestad/UPI

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Colman attends the premiere of "The Favourite" during the Venice Film Festival on August 30, 2018. Colman joined "The Crown" in 2018 to portray Queen Elizabeth II and appeared in season 3 and 4. Photo by Paul Treadway/UPI

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