Sophie Turner, widely recognized for her role as Sansa Stark in the acclaimed series *Game of Thrones*, is preparing for a significant return to the screen after a period of personal and professional reflection. The actress has revealed her journey of “rebuilding” her career and navigating family life following the show’s finale in May 2019.
In a candid interview with *The Guardian*, the 29-year-old spoke about the challenges she faced stepping away from the character that defined her early career. “I got sent so many period dramas, about princesses who start off weak and end up learning and developing and growing into strength,” she said. “I had to separate myself from all that.” This desire for self-discovery came after a transformative period in her life, during which she married singer Joe Jonas and became a mother to two daughters, Willa and Delphine.
Turner and Jonas began dating in 2016, became engaged a year later, and married in 2019. The couple welcomed their daughters in 2020 and 2022, respectively, but announced their separation in late 2023, finalizing their divorce in 2024. Reflecting on her personal life, Turner noted the scrutiny that comes with being in the public eye, describing it as “a total fishbowl.”
New Roles and Future Projects
Turner’s return to acting is marked by two exciting projects set to premiere in 2026. Her new series, *Steal*, will debut on Amazon Prime Video on January 21. The show follows an office worker who becomes embroiled in a major heist, showcasing a different side of Turner’s acting range.
In addition, she is set to star as Lara Croft in a new *Tomb Raider* series, which features notable co-stars such as Sigourney Weaver and Jason Isaacs. Turner has been training rigorously for the role since February 2023 and has expressed confidence in her physical preparation, stating, “I feel like I could probably beat you up right now.”
Moreover, she will reunite with her *Game of Thrones* co-star Kit Harington in the gothic horror film *The Dreadful*, scheduled for release on February 20, 2024. This lineup indicates a robust comeback, with Turner eager to re-establish her presence in Hollywood.
Finding Balance and Personal Growth
Despite her busy schedule, Turner emphasized the importance of her time away from acting. “It’s really nice. I’m not worrying about my biological clock and all that sort of stuff… it just felt like the right break to focus on me, because I’d been a character for so long,” she reflected.
Caring for her young daughters during the past few years provided her with invaluable experiences, but she acknowledged the challenges of maintaining momentum in her career. “You don’t realize how important momentum is in a career, and I stalled it a bit,” she admitted.
As she prepares to step back into the spotlight, Turner’s journey reflects a blend of personal growth and professional ambition. With her new projects on the horizon, fans eagerly await her return to the screen, ready to see how she has evolved both as an actress and an individual.
