Lily James

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Lily James, born on April 5, 1989, in Esher, Surrey, England, is a British actress known for her versatility and charm. Her real name is Lily Chloe Ninette Thomson, but she adopted “James” as a tribute to her late father, actor and musician James Thomson.

She studied acting at the prestigious Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London, graduating in 2010. Shortly after, Lily began her career on the stage and British television, where she gained early recognition for her role as Lady Rose MacClare in the popular period drama Downton Abbey (2012-2014).

Lily’s big break in film came with the title role in Disney’s live-action adaptation of Cinderella (2015), where her performance garnered widespread acclaim and established her as a rising star in Hollywood. She continued to showcase her talent in various genres, starring in Pride and Prejudice and Zombies (2016), Baby Driver (2017), and as the young Donna in Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again (2018).

Known for her ability to portray both historical and contemporary characters with ease, Lily James has become a sought-after actress in both film and television. Her more recent work includes roles in Rebecca (2020), The Dig (2021), and the miniseries Pam & Tommy (2022), where she portrayed Pamela Anderson.

Off-screen, Lily is known for her down-to-earth personality and dedication to her craft, making her one of the most beloved actresses of her generation.

Path to fame
With her supporting role as Lady Rose, the Crawleys’ flirty, rebellious cousin, in Downton Abbey. 1Source: https://www.biography.com/actor/lily-james

Nicknames
Lily James

BIRTHDAY
April 5, 1989 (age 35)

BORN
Esher, United Kingdom (Map)

ZODIAC SIGN
Aries

EDUCATION

• Guildhall School of Music & Drama (Map)
• Tring Park School for the Performing Arts (Map)
• Prior’s Field School (Map)

POLITICAL VIEWS
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Nationality
British

Ethnicity
English, Scottish, French, small amount of German 2Source: https://ethnicelebs.com/lily-james

EYE COLOR
Dark Brown

HAIR COLOR
Light Brown

HEIGHT
5ft 7 (170.2 cm) 3Source: https://www.celebheights.com/s/Lily-James-4786.html

WEIGHT
55 kg (121 lb)

DIET
High-protein 4Source: https://superherojacked.com/2019/12/28/lily-james-workout/

Breasts-Waist-Hips
34-24-35 inches (86-61-89 cm) 5Source: http://www.bodymeasurements.org/lily-james/

BRA SIZE
32B 6Source: http://www.bodymeasurements.org/lily-james/

HANDEDNESS
Right-handed

TATTOOS
Yes

NET WORTH
$4 Million (2020) 7Source: https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-celebrities/actors/lily-james-net-worth/

Faith
Christian

languages spoken
English

IQ
Unknown

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Personal Quotes

When people feel good, they look good.

Playing a Disney princess is the most amazing, unbelievable thing and on the other, it’s completely terrifying. I would say it’s a cocktail of every sort of emotion. Princesses are great role models, they teach you about grief loss and have big hearts.

I think that period dramas just need zombies.

I can only show what I have received from the characters. That’s what’s scary because you’re never going to be everyone’s taste and you don’t want to let people down. But, I can only do what I can do.

I think I’m up for not trying to play a literary heroine. I think I’d rather just do someone that has just been created in a script, rather than in a book that everyone knows and loves. The difficulty with it and the reason these characters are so loved is that every woman and man that reads it understands it in a different way. They’re so relatable, but different aspects will be drawn from different people.

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Dancing

pet
Dog

food
Chocolate

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Name Tribute: Lily James adopted her stage name in honor of her late father, James Thomson, who passed away in 2008.

Dance Enthusiast: Before focusing on acting, Lily was a keen dancer and even trained in ballet for several years.

Musical Talents: Lily has a lovely singing voice, which she showcased in Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again (2018) as the younger version of Meryl Streep’s character, Donna.

Stage Beginnings: Lily started her career on the stage, performing in various theatre productions, including Shakespeare’s Othello and Romeo and Juliet.

Royal Connection: She played a princess in Cinderella (2015) and later portrayed Lady Rose MacClare, a member of British nobility, in Downton Abbey.

Diverse Roles: From period dramas like Downton Abbey to zombie comedies (Pride and Prejudice and Zombies) and action films (Baby Driver), Lily has proven her versatility across genres.

Love for Vintage Fashion: Lily is known for her love of vintage clothing and often incorporates classic pieces into her wardrobe.

Downton Reunion: Lily James and her Downton Abbey co-star, Michelle Dockery, are close friends in real life and have been spotted at various events together.

Secret Skills: She learned how to drive in just two weeks for her role in Baby Driver (2017).

Connection to Royalty: While she’s portrayed royalty on-screen, Lily is also a distant relative of former Prime Minister Sir Winston Churchill through her mother’s side of the family.

Career Highlight

• Lady Rose MacClare in Downton Abbey (2012-2014): Her breakout role came with the popular period drama Downton Abbey, where she played Lady Rose MacClare. This role brought her international recognition and paved the way for future successes.
• Cinderella in Cinderella (2015): Lily’s portrayal of the iconic Disney princess in Kenneth Branagh’s live-action adaptation of Cinderella was a major milestone in her career. The film was a commercial and critical success, solidifying her status as a leading actress in Hollywood.
• Deborah in Baby Driver (2017): In this Edgar Wright-directed action film, Lily played Deborah, the love interest of the main character, Baby. The film was a hit, and her performance was praised for its charm and chemistry with co-star Ansel Elgort.
• Young Donna in Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again (2018): Lily showcased her musical talents as the younger version of Donna Sheridan, originally played by Meryl Streep. Her performance, particularly in the musical numbers, was a standout and added another dimension to her acting repertoire.
• Pamela Anderson in Pam & Tommy (2022): In this Hulu miniseries, Lily took on the challenging role of Pamela Anderson, transforming herself physically and emotionally for the part. Her performance was widely acclaimed and demonstrated her ability to tackle complex, real-life characters.

News

October 01, 2020
Lily James Says She Would Tell Her Younger Self to Not Be ‘Obsessed with Boys’