Lily James | Actress Biography
Lily Chloe Ninette Thomson, better known by her stage name Lily James, is an English actress who was born on 5 April 1989 in Esher, Surrey, England. She has been active as an actress since 2009.
Acting Career of Actress Lily James
In 2010, Lily James began her career in the British television series Just William. After working in a supporting role in the period drama series Downton Abbey (2012–2015), she got her breakthrough was the title role in the fantasy film Cinderella (2015).
Popular TV Series by Actress Lily James
- Just William as Ethel Brown
- Secret Diary of a Call Girl as Poppy
- Downton Abbey as Lady Rose Aldridge née MacClare
- War & Peace as Natasha Rostova
- The Pursuit of Love as Linda Radlett
- Beauty and the Beast as Rose
- Pam & Tommy as Pamela Anderson ---- Click here to find the full list of television drama series and movies
Education of Actress Lily James
Following Lily James' completion of studies at Tring Park School for the Performing Arts in Hertfordshire, she proceeded to earn her degree from London's Guildhall School of Music and Drama in 2010. Soon after, she secured representation by signing with Tavistock Wood management in London.
Boyfriend, Husband of Lily James
James' father, James Thomson, succumbed to cancer in 2008. To avoid confusion with another actress named Lily Thomson, she adopted her father's first name as her stage name. From 2014 to 2019, she was romantically involved with actor Matt Smith, whom she met during the production of Pride and Prejudice and Zombies.
In 2021, Lily James started a relationship with American musician and songwriter Michael Shuman, known as a member of the U.S. rock band Queens of the Stone Age. However, by February 2023, reports emerged indicating that the couple had ended their relationship.
Awards & Nominations of Lily James
- Dorian Television Awards
- Hollywood Critics Association TV Awards
- Primetime Emmy Awards
- Critics' Choice Television Awards
- Golden Globe Awards
- Satellite Awards