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Who is Rose Leslie?
Rose Leslie was recognized for her performances as Ygritte and Gwen Dawson in HBO’s ‘Game of Thrones’ and ITV’s ‘Downton Abbey’. The Scottish BAFTA award for Best Acting Performance was awarded to her for her role in TV film ‘New Town’, which was highly appreciated. Lickleyhead Castle, the ancestral house of her family since the 15th century, was where she was raised when she was born in Aberdeen, Scotland. At the age of 10, Leslie relocated to France At the age of 13, she relocated to England and studied at Millfield School in Somerset. At the age of 18, she moved to London to pursue her dream career and then attended the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art to study acting.
In 2015, she appeared in the action-adventure film ‘The Last Witch Hunter’ with Vin Diesel and portrayed DS Emma Lane in the BBC detective drama ‘Luther’. Kirsten Longacre in the BBC drama series ‘Vigil’ has been played by her in a recent role. Rose Leslie got married to her ‘Game of Thrones’ co-star Kit Harington in June 2018 and they had their first child in February 2021.
| Real Name/Full Name | Rose Eleanor Arbuthnot-Leslie |
| Date Of Birth | 9 February 1987 |
| Age | 38 years old |
| Birthplace | Aberdeen, United Kingdom. |
| Nationality | British. |
| Religion | Christianity. |
| Zodiac sign | Aquarius. |
| Father Name | Sebastian Arbuthnot-Leslie. |
| Mother Name | Candida Mary Sibyl Leslie. |
| Hair Color | Red |
| Eye Color | Blue |
| Height | 5 feet 6 inch |
| Weight | 53 kg |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Spouse | Kit Harington (M: 2018) |
| Children | 3 |
| Siblings | Portia Arbuthnot-Leslie, John Arbuthnot-Leslie, and William Arbuthnot-Leslie. |
| Profession | Actress, and Model. |
| Net worth | $4 Million. |
Early Life
Born in Aberdeen, Scotland on February 9, 1987, Rose Leslie is a skilled actress who is recognized for her mesmerizing performances on both the small and big screens. Lickleyhead Castle in Aberdeenshire, where her family’s 15th-century ancestral seat was located, was where she grew up
Her father, Sebastian Arbuthnot-Leslie, is the Chieftain of the Aberdeenshire branch of the Scottish Clan Leslie, and her mother is Candida Mary Sibyl “Candy” Leslie (née Weld) of Clan Fraser of Lovat. Rose is a member of a family that includes Portia Leslie, John Arbuthnot-Leslie, and William Arbuthnot-Leslie.
Rose Leslie was educated at Rayne North Primary School in Aberdeenshire before transferring to Millfield School in Street, Somerset. In 2008, she completed her studies at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art, earning a BA.
Personal Life
Leslie and Kit Harington came across each other while filming Game of Thrones and they fell in love with each other soon after. After starting dating in 2011, they split up for two years, but eventually reconciled a year later. In 2016, they made their relationship official and then moved in together in 2017.
Rose and Kit were engaged in September 2017 and held their marriage ceremony at Rayne Church in Kirkton of Rayne, Aberdeenshire, Scotland on June 23, 2018. Their first child is due in September 2020, according to the star couple. In 2021, the couple’s initial child, a son, was born. Their daughter was welcomed by them in July 2023.
Career
Rose Leslie performed in various plays at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art, such as “Can-Can,” “Pericles,” “The Learned Ladies,” “Uncle Vanya,” and “Antigone.” She played a role in other theatrical companies’ stage productions, including Nell Leyshon’s play ‘Bedlam,’ which was staged at the Globe Theatre. An episode of ‘Banged Up Abroad’ was where Leslie made her television debut in 2008. In a year’s time, she debuted on screen as a leading lady in the TV film ‘New Town’, which won her the Scottish BAFTA for Best Acting Performance.
In 2010, the actress played Gwen Dawson in ITV’s ‘Downton Abbey,’ a British historical period drama. During this time, she also made an appearance in two episodes of ‘Case Histories’. Ygritte, a fierce and headstrong warrior woman, was played by Leslie on HBO’s ‘Game of Thrones’ cast in 2012. She was included in the series until 2014. The Scottish actress played in four episodes of ‘The Great Fire’ and two movies, ‘Now Is Good’ and ‘Honeymoon’ during this period. The dark fantasy action flick ‘The Last Witch Hunter’ was directed by her in 2015 and she played Chloe. During that year, Leslie appeared as a guest actor in BBC One’s Luther. She appeared in Luke Scott’s sci-fi horror movie ‘Morgan’ and voiced Red Riding Hood in the British-German animated movie ‘Revolting Rhymes’ a year after that.
The actress has been portraying Maia Rindell in the American political and legal drama web series ‘The Good Fight’ since 2017. Leslie was chosen by Kenneth Branagh to play Louise Bourget in his adaptation of Agatha Christie’s novel Death on The Nile in October 2019. February 11, 2022 marked the release of the film. Leslie made her debut on BBC’s and World Productions’ drama series Vigil in 2021 after joining the cast in January 2020. In February 2021, Leslie was cast in HBO’s The Time Traveler’s Wife TV series based on the novel by Audrey Niffenegger, starring as Clare Abshire alongside Theo James as Henry DeTamble. In 2024, Leslie made an appearance in Miss Austen on BBC as Isabella Fowle. The novel Miss Austen is being adapted by BBC and Isabella is the daughter of Jane Austen’s close family friend.
Filmography
Movies
- 2012 Now Is Good
- 2014 Honeymoon
- 2015 The Last Witch Hunter
- 2016 The Backup Dancer
- 2016 Morgan
- 2022 Death on the Nile
TV Series
- 2008 Banged Up Abroad (TV Series)
- 2009 New Town (TV Series)
- 2010, 2015 Downton Abbey (TV Series)
- 2011 Case Histories (TV Series)
- 2012 Vera (TV Series)
- 2012–2014 Game of Thrones (TV Series)
- 2014 Blandings (TV Series)
- 2014 Utopia (TV Series)
- 2014 The Great Fire (TV Series)
- 2015 Luther (TV Series)
- 2016 Revolting Rhymes (voice) (TV Series)
- 2017–2019 The Good Fight (TV Series)
- 2021–2023 Vigil (TV Series)
- 2022 The Time Traveler’s Wife (TV Series)
- 2024 Miss Austen (TV Series)
- 2025 The Hack (TV Series)
Net Worth
At present, Rose Leslie’s estimated net worth is roughly $4 million. Her success in acting across television and film is the main reason for her wealth. In addition to acting, she has been involved in different endorsement and voice-over projects that have had a significant impact on her income. Wardhill Castle, which has been part of her family’s heritage for generations, is where she and Harington currently reside, reflecting their dedication to both heritage and modern living. The couple’s lifestyle is balanced between their careers and family time, with active involvement in philanthropic efforts.
