RootsTech Keynote: Sunetra Sarker

RootsTech Connect 2021, a free online family history conference unlike anything you’ve ever seen, is getting closer by the day. One of the most exciting parts of RootsTech is the multiple, phenomenal keynote speakers who participate in the conference. Another inspiring individual is joining the keynote roster—Sunetra Sarker.

Who Is Sunetra Sarker?

Sunetra Sarker is an English actress and director. She was first seen on television as a teenager playing Nisha Batra in the soap opera Brookside. Her career has led to many memorable roles and membership in the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA). You may have seen her in No Angels, Informer, and Safe House, and playing Dr. Zoe Hanna in Casualty.

Recently, Sarker filmed a new role in a second series of The Bay, which is scheduled to air in early 2021 on Britain’s ITV. And if that weren’t enough, she is currently filming a fourth series in Channel Four’s popular drama Ackley Bridge. Her role as Kaneez Paracha, a student support officer at Ackley Bridge College, has won her high praise.

Sunetra Sarker’s Personal Life

Sunetra was first married to Nick Corfield, and together they have a son, Noah. She later married Scott Carey in November 2018 and remains married to him today. Join us as we listen to her inspiring story of family life and a challenging career in television.

RootsTech Connect 2021’s virtual conference takes place on 25–27 February 2021. Have you registered for this first-time event? If not, you can sign up for free!