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Rebecca Ferguson
Active Film, Television, and Streaming Entertainment Industry
- FromStockholm, Sweden
- Based inSweden
- Age36–45
- Active1999 – Present
- Updated
Rebecca Ferguson Biography
Rebecca Ferguson Personal Information
- Full Name: Rebecca Louisa Ferguson Sundström
- Professional Name: Rebecca Ferguson
- Date of Birth: 19 October 1983
- Age: 42 years (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: Stockholm, Sweden
- Nationality: Swedish
- Ethnicity: Swedish, Scottish, Northern Irish, and English ancestry
- Languages: Swedish and English
- Residence: Sweden
- Zodiac Sign: Libra
Physical Appearance
- Height: Approximately 5 ft 7 in (170 cm)
- Hair Color: Brown
- Eye Color: Blue-Green
- Distinctive Features: Strong screen presence, expressive eyes, elegant appearance
Family Background
- Father: Olov Sundström (Swedish businessman)
- Mother: Rosemary Ferguson (English)
- Children: 2
- Former Partner: Ludwig Hallberg (2005–2015)
Education
- Attended an English-medium school in Sweden
- Studied at Adolf Fredrik’s Music School, Stockholm
- Graduated in 1999
Career Highlight
| Year | Project Name | Role | Career Highlight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999–2000 | Nya tider | Anna Gripenhielm | Television debut and first major acting role |
| 2002 | Ocean Ave. | Chrissy Eriksson | First leading television role |
| 2013 | The White Queen | Elizabeth Woodville | International breakthrough; Golden Globe nomination |
| 2014 | Hercules | Ergenia | First major Hollywood film appearance |
| 2015 | Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation | Ilsa Faust | Global recognition and action-star breakthrough |
| 2016 | The Girl on the Train | Anna Watson | Major supporting role in successful thriller |
| 2017 | The Greatest Showman | Jenny Lind | Featured in worldwide box-office hit musical |
| 2018 | Mission: Impossible – Fallout | Ilsa Faust | Widely praised performance in blockbuster franchise |
| 2019 | Doctor Sleep | Rose the Hat | Critically acclaimed villain role |
| 2021 | Dune | Lady Jessica | Career-defining role in award-winning sci-fi epic |
| 2023 | Silo | Juliette Nichols | Lead role and executive producer of hit TV series |
| 2023 | Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One | Ilsa Faust | Return to one of her most iconic characters |
| 2024 | Dune: Part Two | Lady Jessica | Expanded role in one of the decade’s biggest films |
| 2025 | A House of Dynamite | Capt. Olivia “Liv” Walker | Lead role in major drama film |
| 2026 | Mercy | Judge Maddox | Headline role in upcoming thriller |
| 2026 | Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man | Kaulo Chiriklo / Zelda Chiriklo | Entry into the popular Peaky Blinders franchise |
| 2026 | Dune: Part Three | Lady Jessica | Return to her signature sci-fi role |
Awards List
| Year | Award Name | Category | Film / TV Show | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Stockholm International Film Festival | Rising Star Award | A One-way Trip to Antibes | Nominated |
| 2013 | VI Award | Rising Star Recognition | VI | Nominated |
| 2014 | Golden Globe Awards | Best Actress – Miniseries or Television Film | The White Queen | Nominated |
| 2015 | Hamptons International Film Festival | Breakthrough Performer | Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation | Won |
| 2016 | Buffalo International Film Festival | Best Actress in a Leading Role | Despite the Falling Snow | Won |
| 2016 | California Independent Film Festival | Best Actress | Despite the Falling Snow | Won |
| 2016 | Critics’ Choice Awards | Best Actress in an Action Movie | Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation | Nominated |
| 2016 | Empire Awards | Best Female Newcomer | Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation | Nominated |
| 2016 | Online Film & Television Association Awards | Best Breakthrough Performance: Female | Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation | Nominated |
| 2016 | Prague Independent Film Festival | Best Actress | Despite the Falling Snow | Won |
| 2019 | Fright Meter Awards | Best Supporting Actress | Doctor Sleep | Won |
| 2019 | Seattle Film Critics Society Awards | Villain of the Year | Doctor Sleep | Nominated |
| 2019 | Utah Film Critics Association Awards | Best Supporting Actress | Doctor Sleep | Runner-up |
| 2019 | Women Film Critics Circle Awards | Best Actress | Doctor Sleep | Nominated |
| 2020 | Fangoria Chainsaw Awards | Best Supporting Actress | Doctor Sleep | Won |
| 2021 | Saturn Awards | Best Actress | Doctor Sleep | Nominated |
| 2022 | Göteborg Film Festival | Nordic Honorary Dragon Award | Career Achievement | Won |
| 2022 | Critics’ Choice Super Awards | Best Actress in a Science Fiction/Fantasy Movie | Dune | Won |
| 2024 | Saturn Awards | Best Actress in a Television Series | Silo | Nominated |
| 2024 | Satellite Awards | Best Actress in a Series | Silo | Nominated |
| 2024 | Astra Midseason Movie Awards | Best Supporting Actress | Dune: Part Two | Nominated |
| 2025 | Saturn Awards | Best Actress in a Television Series | Silo | Won |
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About Rebecca Ferguson
Who is Rebecca Ferguson?
Rebecca Ferguson is a Swedish actress famous for Mission: Impossible, Dune, and Silo.
What is Rebecca Ferguson's age?
She is 42 years old as of 2026.
What is Rebecca Ferguson's nationality?
She is Swedish.
What is Rebecca Ferguson best known for?
She is best known for playing Ilsa Faust in Mission: Impossible and Lady Jessica in Dune.
Has Rebecca Ferguson won any awards?
Yes, she has won several awards including Critics' Choice Super Awards, Saturn Awards, and Fangoria Chainsaw Awards.
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