Ruth Wilson is an acclaimed English actress, widely recognized for her compelling performances in both television and film. She is best known for her roles in the satirical series Suburban Shootout, the BBC adaptation of Jane Eyre, the psychological crime drama Luther as Alice Morgan, and the American drama series The Affair, in which she starred as Alison Lockhart.
Ruth Wilson was born on January 13, 1982, in Ashford, Kent, England, and was raised in Shepperton, Surrey. She attended the University of Nottingham, where she studied history and became actively involved with the university’s drama society. This early exposure to performance helped ignite her passion for acting.
Following her undergraduate studies, Wilson pursued formal acting training at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA), one of the UK’s leading drama schools. She graduated from LAMDA in 2005, having honed her craft and developed the foundations for her professional career.
Ruth Wilson gained recognition early in her career with her portrayal of the title role in the 2006 BBC miniseries adaptation of Jane Eyre, a performance that earned her critical acclaim and a Golden Globe nomination. Her career gained further momentum when she began portraying Alice Morgan in the BBC series Luther in 2010, acting alongside Idris Elba. Her portrayal of the brilliant but enigmatic sociopath brought her international attention and is considered one of her most iconic roles.
Throughout the early 2010s, Wilson continued to expand her filmography. She appeared in Joe Wright’s historical drama Anna Karenina (2012), starred in Disney’s action-adventure The Lone Ranger (2013), and featured in the biographical drama Saving Mr. Banks (2013). Each role showcased her range and versatility as an actress.
In 2014, Ruth Wilson took on the lead role of Alison Lockhart in the Showtime drama The Affair. Set against the backdrop of a crumbling marriage, the show explored complex themes from multiple perspectives. Her performance earned her a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Television Series Drama in 2015, reinforcing her status as a leading talent in the industry.
That same year, she lent her voice to the film Locke (2013), further demonstrating her adaptability across different forms of media. Wilson has continued to select challenging and diverse roles that highlight both her emotional depth and psychological intensity as an actress.
| Birth Date: | 13 Jan, 1982 |
| Age: | 38 yrs |
| Occupations: | Actor Stage actor Film actor |
| Citizenship: | United Kingdom |
| Birth Place: | Ashford |
| Gender: | Female |
| Description: | English actress |
| Net Worth 2021: | 7 million |
