Cynthia was born in London and grew up in the United States. She has acted in many TV shows, including Power, Arrow, Shooter, and Spartacus. Cynthia plays the character of Queen Regent Míriel in Amazon Prime’s The Rings of Power.
Míriel is a thoughtful character, she carefully considers the impact of her decisions on her people and their future. In the series, she has a troubling vision about the potential downfall of Númenor, which heavily influences her actions.
To prepare for her role, Cynthia studied Tolkien’s books and the history of Númenor. She wanted to understand Míriel’s background and bring authenticity to her performance. Cynthia also learned horseback riding and did physical training for the battle scenes in the show. Her dedication to the role and the physical challenges of playing a queen who leads her people into conflict are clear in her performance.