Quick Info
| Profession | Rugby union player |
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| Nationality | English |
| Date of Birth | 08/09/1999 |
| Age | 27 years |
| Birthplace | Keighley, West Yorkshire, England |
Latest News about Ellie Kildunne
16/07/2026
The University of Leeds awarded Ellie Kildunne an honorary Doctor of Laws degree. The honor recognized her rugby achievements, including her impact during England's 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup win and her growing influence in women's sport.
19/06/2026
Ellie Kildunne signed for Bristol Bears ahead of the 2026-27 Premiership Women's Rugby season after leaving Harlequins. The move was confirmed after her five-year spell at Harlequins, and it was described as a major signing for Bristol.
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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/ | |
| X | https://x.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. | |
| 5. Received an honorary Doctor of Laws degree from the University of Leeds in 2026. |