Rebecca Ferguson

Rebecca Louisa Ferguson Sundström, born on 19 October 1983, is a talented actress from Sweden, known for her impressive performances in both Swedish and international productions. She was born in Stockholm and spent her childhood in the Vasastan district. Her mother, Rosemary Ferguson, is English and moved to Sweden at the age of 25, while her father, Olov Sundström, is a Swedish businessman. She adopted her mother's surname, Ferguson, as her stage name.

Ferguson attended an English-medium school in Sweden, becoming bilingual in Swedish and English. She graduated from Adolf Fredrik's Music School in 1999. Beginning her career in modeling at the age of 13, she appeared in various magazines and television commercials. Ferguson also trained in various dance styles, including ballet, jazz, and tango, teaching Argentine tango for a few years while exploring her passion for acting.

Ferguson’s acting career started with the Swedish soap opera Nya tider (1999-2000), where she played the character Anna Gripenhielm. She later appeared in the soap opera Ocean Ave. in 2002 and made her film debut in the horror movie Drowning Ghost in 2004. Her notable role as Elizabeth Woodville in the BBC drama The White Queen (2013) marked her rise to international fame, earning her a nomination for a Golden Globe Award.

Ferguson starred alongside Tom Cruise as MI6 agent Ilsa Faust in the Mission: Impossible franchise, appearing in Rogue Nation (2015), Fallout (2018), and most recently, Dead Reckoning Part One (2023). Her performance in Rogue Nation was particularly acclaimed, leading to her becoming a sought-after actress in Hollywood.

In addition to her action roles, Ferguson showcased her versatility in various genres. She portrayed Jenny Lind in the musical film The Greatest Showman (2017) and starred in horror films like Life (2017) and Doctor Sleep (2019). She also played significant roles in Florence Foster Jenkins (2016), The Girl on the Train (2016), and the science fiction epic Dune (2021) and its sequel Dune: Part Two (2024). As of 2023, she stars in and serves as an executive producer for the Apple TV+ series Silo.

Ferguson's personal life saw her welcome her first child, a son, in 2007 with her former partner Ludwig Hallberg. After their separation in 2015, she began a relationship with businessman Rory St. Clair Gainer. The couple welcomed a daughter in May 2018 and married in December 2018. They reside in Richmond, London, close to major film studios.

Today, Rebecca Ferguson is recognized not only for her stunning performances but also for her ability to navigate diverse roles across various film genres. Her journey from a Swedish soap opera star to an international film actress exemplifies her remarkable talent and dedication to her craft.