Ruth Wilson

Ruth Wilson

24 movies Acting Jan 13, 1982 Ashford, Surrey, England

Ruth Wilson MBE, born on January 13, 1982, is a talented English actress celebrated for her diverse roles across television and film. She gained significant acclaim for her portrayal of the titular character in the 2006 adaptation of Jane Eyre. Wilson's chilling performance as Alice Morgan in the BBC's psychological crime drama Luther, aired from 2010 to 2013 and returned in 2019, solidified her status as a compelling actress. She further showcased her range as Alison Lockhart in Showtime's drama The Affair, which ran from 2014 to 2018. In 2018, she took on the lead role in Mrs Wilson, a drama inspired by her own grandmother's life.

Since 2019, Wilson has captivated audiences as Marisa Coulter in the BBC/HBO fantasy series His Dark Materials, a performance that earned her the BAFTA Cymru Award for Best Actress in 2020. Her film repertoire includes noteworthy projects such as The Lone Ranger and Saving Mr. Banks, both released in 2013, along with I Am the Pretty Thing That Lives in the House (2016) and Dark River (2017). With her impressive body of work, Ruth Wilson continues to be a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.

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