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Nina Gold: Championing Working-Class Talent in Casting

1/17/2026

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Nina Gold, a prominent casting director, has shaped major film and television projects such as Game of Thrones and The Crown.
Her work on Hamnet earned her nomination for the Academy's inaugural best casting category.
Gold notes that casting blends instinct and analysis to match actors with characters.
Gold champions working-class talent, including a recent BBC show with predominantly working-class performers.

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Story summary

Nina Gold, a prominent casting director, has shaped major film and television projects such as Game of Thrones and The Crown.
Her work on Hamnet earned her nomination for the Academy's inaugural best casting category.
Gold notes that casting blends instinct and analysis to match actors with characters.
Gold champions working-class talent, including a recent BBC show with predominantly working-class performers.