Dolly Earnshaw de Leon, born on April 12, 1969 in Manila, Philippines, is a highly acclaimed Filipino actress. She is best known for her roles in independent films and theater, earning numerous accolades including a FAMAS Award, a Guldbagge Award, and a Los Angeles Film Critics Association Award. She has also gained prominence on the global stage, bagging nominations for a Golden Globe Award and a BAFTA Award, becoming the first Filipino to secure these nominations in any category.

De Leon has a profound history of performance in local productions of The Merchant of Venice, Waiting for Godot, Old Times, and Medea, which affirmed her passion for acting. Throughout her career, De Leon didn't limit herself solely to stage performances but extended her talents to the film and television industry. Her career breakthrough came from the crime drama 'Verdict' which led her to win the FAMAS Award for Best Supporting Actress. Not just in familiar territories, De Leon proved her mettle internationally by featuring in Ruben Östlund's satirical black comedy 'Triangle of Sadness', for which she received international acclaim. Apart from acting, she is also known for her philanthropic efforts as the co-founder of Ladies Who Launch, a social service group supporting disadvantaged communities.