Joanna Hole is a British actress whose career spans television, film, theatre, and voice-over work. Born in London in 1955, she first gained widespread recognition for her role as Sally Markham in the BBC drama series Tenko, which aired in the 1980s and focused on women interned in Japanese prison camps during World War II. Her portrayal of Sally showcased her ability to bring emotional depth and resilience to complex characters.
Over the years, Hole has appeared in numerous British television series, including Miss Marple: Nemesis, Holby City, The Bill, Judge John Deed, Frankie, Thirteen, and Law & Order: UK. She also portrayed Amanda in the third series of Band of Gold, a gritty drama about women in the red-light district of Bradford.
Her film credits include Half Light (2006), Cheerful Weather for the Wedding (2012), Effie Gray (2014), and The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society (2018), where she often took on supporting roles that added texture and authenticity to the stories.
Beyond screen acting, Joanna Hole has worked extensively in theatre, collaborating with prestigious institutions such as the Royal Shakespeare Company, the National Theatre, and the Donmar Warehouse. She has also directed stage productions and co-founded Jo Hole Associates, a London-based talent agency that supports emerging and established performers.
She portrayed several roles in EastEnders:
- Jodie's mum (1999).
- Baby Competition Judge (2015)
- Receptionist, (2025).