Kate Beckinsale: British Actress, Model
Biography
Full Name: Kathrin Romary Beckinsale
Date of Birth: July 26, 1973
Place of Birth: Chiswick, London, England
Nationality: British
Occupation: Actress, Model
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Years Active: 1991–present
Height and Physical Stats
Height: 5 feet 7 inches (170 cm)
Weight: Approx. 54 kg (119 lbs)
Hair Colour: Brown
Eye Colour: Hazel
Education
Secondary School:
Godolphin and Latymer School, London
University: New College, Oxford
Studied French and Russian Literature
Left university in her third year to pursue acting full time
Family
Father: Richard Beckinsale – British actor (died in 1979)
Mother: Judy Loe - Actress
Stepfather: Roy Battersby – Director
Spouse: Michael Sheen (partner from 1995–2003) – not married
Daughter: Lily Mo Sheen (born 1999) – actress
Ex-Husband: Len Wiseman (director, married 2004; separated 2015)
Career Overview
Kate Beckinsale began her acting career in the early 1990s and is known for her versatility in both dramatic and action roles.
Early Roles:
Much Ado About Nothing (1993) – debut film while at Oxford
British TV and indie films including Emma (1996)
Breakthrough Roles:
Pearl Harbor (2001)
Serendipity (2001)
The Aviator (2004)
Action Stardom:
Underworld series (2003–2016) – signature role as Selene
Van Helsing (2004)
Total Recall (2012)
Dramatic & Comedy Roles:
Love & Friendship (2016) – earned critical acclaim
The Widow (2019, TV series)
Guilty Party (2021, TV series)
Net Worth
Estimated Net Worth (2024): $25 million
Income Sources:
Film & television, brand endorsements, modeling
Awards & Recognition
London Critics Circle Film Award: Best Actress (Love & Friendship)
Spike Guys' Choice Awards: Jean-Claude Gahd Dam Award (2009)
Saturn Award Nominee:
Best Actress (Underworld)
Frequently listed in “most beautiful” and “sexiest women” rankings by Maxim, Esquire, and People
Interesting Facts
Fluent in French and experienced in Russian
Known for her sharp wit and humorous social media presence
Actively advocates for animal rights and women's issues
Known for maintaining a close relationship with ex-partner Michael Sheen for co-parenting
