Quick Info
| Profession | Rugby union player |
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| Nationality | English |
| Date of Birth | 08/09/1999 |
| Age | 26 years |
| Birthplace | Keighley, West Yorkshire, England |
Latest News about Ellie Kildunne
06/08/2026
Ellie Kildunne was confirmed as a Bristol Bears signing for the 2026-27 season after leaving Harlequins. The move was reported after she finished a five-year spell with Harlequins and came shortly after her role in England's fifth consecutive Women's Six Nations Grand Slam and her World Cup-winning year.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Ellie Tea Kildunne |
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| Sport | Rugby union |
| Playing Position | Full-back / winger |
| Known For | England women's national rugby union team; Harlequins Women; World Rugby Women's 15s Player of the Year (2024) |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 1.76 m |
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| Weight | 68 kg |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College/University | St Mary's University, Twickenham |
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| Qualification | Studied Sport and Exercise Science on a scholarship |
Family
| Has a younger brother named Sam who also plays rugby. |
Career
| Early Career | Started playing rugby at age seven; began in rugby league and later played rugby union. |
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| Club Career | Played for Gloucester-Hartpury, Wasps, Harlequins Women; signed for Bristol Bears for the 2026-27 season. |
| International Career | Made England debut in 2017 against Canada and scored a try on debut; has also played rugby sevens. |
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Style Quotient
| Personality Traits | Confident, creative, and athletic |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/elliekildunne/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Started rugby at a boys' club near her home. | |
| 2. Played rugby league and football as a child. | |
| 3. Was the only girl on the pitch at Keighley RUFC. | |
| 4. Received an Honorary Doctorate in Sport from St Mary's University in 2026. |