Daisy Ridley: British Actress Biography
Full Name: Daisy Jazz Isobel Ridley
Date of Birth: April 10, 1992
Place of Birth: Westminster, London, England
Nationality: British
Profession: Actress, Voice Artist
Height: 5 feet 7 inches (170 cm)
Education:
Tring Park School for the Performing Arts, Hertfordshire (Musical Theatre)
Family:
Father: Christopher Ridley (photographer)
Mother: Louise Fawkner-Corbett (banker, descendant of landed gentry)
Siblings: Two older sisters – Kika-Rose and Poppy Sophia
Relationship: Engaged to actor Tom Bateman (as of 2024)
Career Highlights:
Daisy Ridley gained global fame with her breakout role as Rey in the Star Wars sequel trilogy.
Breakthrough Role:
Star Wars: The Force Awakens (2015) as Rey
Star Wars Trilogy:
The Force Awakens (2015)
The Last Jedi (2017)
The Rise of Skywalker (2019)
Other Films:
Murder on the Orient Express (2017)
Ophelia (2018)
Chaos Walking (2021)
The Marsh King's Daughter (2023)
Peter Rabbit's voice in the series
Upcoming:
A new Star Wars film where she reprises Rey (announced in 2023)
Net Worth (2024):
estimated at $10 million
Awards & Honors:
MTV Movie Award –
Best Breakthrough Performance (2016)
Empire Award –
Best Female Newcomer (2016)
BAFTA Rising Star Award – Nominated (2016)
Recognized for contributions to modern science fiction and female-led blockbusters
Summary:
Daisy Ridley is a British actress best known for playing Rey in the Star Wars sequel trilogy, becoming a cultural icon and leading a new era of the franchise. Trained in musical theatre, she transitioned from minor roles in British television to international stardom. Intelligent, grounded, and selective with roles, Ridley continues to evolve her career with dramatic and genre-diverse performances in both film and voice work.
