Rebecca Ferguson
Rebecca Ferguson
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Rebecca Ferguson, born Rebecca Louisa Ferguson Sundström on October 19, 1983, is a Swedish actress of Swedish and British heritage. Known for her versatility and compelling performances, she has made a significant impact in both Swedish and international cinema. Here is a timeline of her life and career milestones.
Main Milestones
Birth
19 October 1983
Rebecca Ferguson was born in Stockholm, Sweden, to a Swedish father and a British mother, Rosemary Ferguson, who is of Scottish and Northern Irish descent.
Graduation from Adolf Fredrik's Music School
1999
Ferguson graduated from Adolf Fredrik's Music School in Stockholm, where she was introduced to the arts and developed a passion for dance and music.
Breakout Role in 'Nya tider'
1999-2000
At the age of 16, Ferguson landed her breakout role as Anna Gripenhielm in the Swedish soap opera 'Nya tider', marking the beginning of her acting career.
Role in 'Ocean Ave.'
2002-2003
Ferguson played Chrissy Eriksson in the Swedish-American soap 'Ocean Ave.', which was filmed in the United States and provided her with international exposure.
Feature Film Debut in 'Drowning Ghost'
2004
Ferguson made her feature film debut in Mikael Håfström's horror film 'Drowning Ghost', further establishing her presence in Swedish cinema.
Birth of First Child
2007
Ferguson gave birth to her first child, Isac Hallberg, with her then-boyfriend Ludwig Hallberg.
Role in 'A One-Way Trip to Antibes'
2011
Swedish director Richard Hobert spotted Ferguson at the Simrishamn town market and cast her in his film 'A One-Way Trip to Antibes', which earned her a nomination for the Rising Star award at the Stockholm International Film Festival.
International Recognition with 'The White Queen'
2013
Ferguson's portrayal of Elizabeth Woodville in the BBC historical drama 'The White Queen' brought her international recognition and a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress in a Miniseries or Television Film.
Role in 'Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation'
2015
Ferguson starred as Ilsa Faust in 'Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation', opposite Tom Cruise, marking a significant milestone in her Hollywood career.
Continued Success in Hollywood
2016-2018
Ferguson appeared in several notable films, including 'Despite the Falling Snow', 'Florence Foster Jenkins', 'The Girl on the Train', 'Life', 'The Greatest Showman', and 'Mission: Impossible - Fallout', solidifying her status as a leading actress in Hollywood.
Recent Projects
2020-2024
Ferguson starred in 'Doctor Sleep', 'Dune', and 'Dune: Part Two', and began starring in the Apple TV+ science fiction series 'Silo' in 2023, demonstrating her continued versatility and success in the entertainment industry.