“It’s nothing to do with maths – thank God, because I would not be able to act that!” says Teixeira. She stars opposite Maisie Williams in Sky’s crime caper Two Weeks to Live, playing a “stone-cold” cop, and in Trigonometry – a BBC Two comedy written by Duncan Macmillan and Effie Woods about a flatshare that turns into a polyamorous relationship. Teixeira is a memorable performer, even in supporting roles – but this looks to be a break-out year. Thalissa Teixeira photographed by Suki Dhanda for the Observer.
