Quick Info
| Profession | Actress, Screenwriter, Activist, Comedian |
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| Nationality | British |
| Date of Birth | 15/04/1959 |
| Age | 67 years |
| Birthplace | London, United Kingdom |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries |
Latest News about Emma Thompson
Emma Thompson announced a stage musical of Nanny McPhee, for which she wrote the book and lyrics. The production is set to open in London in summer 2027.
Phyllida Law, the Scottish actress and mother of Emma Thompson and Sophie Thompson, died aged 94. Her death was reported in August 2026, and she had appeared in television series such as Foyle's War and Rumpole of the Bailey.
Emma Thompson received the Hay Festival Medal for Drama in 2026. The award recognized her contribution to drama, and the festival highlighted her broader work as an actress and author during the event.
Emma Thompson was announced as a honoree at the Locarno Film Festival for her long career in film. The recognition was tied to the premiere of her action thriller The Dead of Winter, which she also executive produced.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Dame Emma Thompson DBE is a prominent British actress, screenwriter, activist and comedian who rose to prominence through her roles in television and film. She is known for her versatility and contributions to both acting and screenwriting, with an illustrious career spanning over four decades. Born into an artistic family in London, she studied English literature at Newnham College, Cambridge, where she became the first female member of the Footlights theatrical troupe. |
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Educational Qualification(s)
| Newnham College, Cambridge (English Literature) |
Personal Life
| Known For | Acting, screenwriting, activism |
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Relationships & More
| First husband: Kenneth Branagh (married 1989-1995) | |
| Second husband: Greg Wise (married 2003-present) |
Family
| Father: Eric Thompson (actor) | |
| Mother: Phyllida Law (actress) | |
| Sister: Sophie Thompson (actress) | |
| Daughter: Gaia Wise | |
| Former stepdaughter: Tindyebwa Agaba (adopted) |
Career
| Notable Works |
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| Recognition | Two Academy Awards (Best Actress for Howards End, 1993; Best Adapted Screenplay for Sense and Sensibility, 1996), three BAFTA Awards, two Golden Globe Awards, Primetime Emmy Award, Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (2018), Ranked #76 globally by Pantheon's Historical Fame Index |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Won BAFTA TV Award for Best Actress in 1987 for Tutti Frutti and Fortunes of War. | |
| 2. Received two Academy Award nominations in 1993 for The Remains of the Day and In the Name of the Father. | |
| 3. Wrote and starred in the TV adaptation of Wit (2001). | |
| 4. Is writing a stage musical adaptation of Nanny McPhee, with book and lyrics by her, scheduled to premiere in London in summer 2027. |
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