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Helena Bonham Carter is a British actress and musician who has made a name for herself in the entertainment industry. Born on May 26, 1966, in Golders Green, London, she was the youngest of three children. Her father, Raymond Bonham Carter, was a banker, and her mother, Elena Propper de Callejon, was a psychotherapist. Helena's family was well-connected, with her great-grandfather, H.H. Asquith, having served as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. Helena's interest in music began at a young age. She started playing the piano when she was just five years old and later learned to play the cello. She attended the South Hampstead High School, where she was a member of the school choir and played in the school orchestra. Helena went on to study at the Westminster School, where she continued to pursue her passion for music. After completing her education, Helena decided to pursue a career in acting. She made her professional debut in 1983 in the television film, "A Pattern of Roses." She went on to appear in several other television shows and films, including "Lady Jane" (1986), "A Room with a View" (1985), and "Howard's End" (1992). Despite her success as an actress, Helena never lost her love for music. In 2001, she formed a band called The Planets with her friend, Thomas Hewitt Jones. The band played a mix of classical and contemporary music and performed at various venues in London. Helena played the cello and sang in the band. In 2007, Helena was cast as Mrs. Lovett in the film adaptation of Stephen Sondheim's musical, "Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street." The film was directed by Tim Burton, who Helena had previously worked with on several occasions. In the film, Helena not only acted but also sang several songs, including "Worst Pies in London" and "A Little Priest." Her performance in the film was widely praised, and she received a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. Following the success of "Sweeney Todd," Helena continued to pursue her music career. In 2013, she released an album called "The King's Speech," which featured music from the film of the same name. The album was a collaboration with composer Alexandre Desplat, who had composed the score for the film. Helena sang on several tracks on the album, including "Epilogue" and "The King's Speech." In addition to her music career, Helena has continued to act in films and television shows. She has appeared in several of Tim Burton's films, including "Alice in Wonderland" (2010) and "Dark Shadows" (2012). She has also appeared in the Netflix series "The Crown" (2019) as Princess Margaret. Throughout her career, Helena has received numerous awards and nominations for her work. She has been nominated for two Academy Awards, five Golden Globe Awards, and six Screen Actors Guild Awards. She has won several awards, including a BAFTA Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role for her performance in "The King's Speech." In conclusion, Helena Bonham Carter is a talented actress and musician who has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry. Her love for music has been a constant throughout her career, and she has successfully pursued both acting and music. Her performances in films such as "Sweeney Todd" and "The King's Speech" have showcased her musical abilities, and she has received numerous accolades for her work.

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