Anna Friel is a British actress known for her work on both stage and screen. Friel began her professional acting career at the young age of 13 and gained early fame thanks to her role in the soap opera ‘Brookside’, which she played from 1992 to 1995.
Friel has grown to become a successful English actress appearing in numerous television series, theatres, and films. Some of her notable performances include Pushing Daisies, Limitless, Marcella, Broken, The Street, Bathory, and more.
Who Are Anna Friel’s Parents?
Anna Louise Friel was born on 12 July 1976 in a family of four. Anna’s mother’s name is Julie and her father’s name is Desmond Friel.
She has a brother named Michael who did advertisement work for a British flour and bread company named Hovis in his early days but is currently working as a physician.
Friel’s father is of Irish descent. He was a former French teacher and folk guitarist but currently owns a web design company. Friel’s mother works as special needs teacher.
Anna studied at the Crompton House School and later went to Holy Cross College for her college studies. Friel realized her love and passion for acting at an early age and started training as an actress at Oldham Theatre Workshop.
What Is Anna Friel Most Famous For?
Friel landed her first role as Susan Nelson, Michael Palin’s onscreen daughter, in a television miniseries titled G.B.H.
Friel then got a role as ‘Beth Jordache' in the soap opera ‘Brookside’, which became a breakthrough production for her. Besides her excellent performance in the opera, her kissing scene became a huge topic of discussion as it was the first lesbian kiss to be ever shown in the history of British television.
Friel won the National Television Award as the most popular actress and TV Times Best Actress for her role in Brookside.
She made her Broadway debut in a dramatic play titled Closer, which was written by Patrick Marber. She has been part of many famous television series like Marcella, Broken, The Street, and Pushing Daisies and also films including The War Bride, Limitless, The Look of Love, Bathory, Tomato Red, Books of Blood, Charming the Hearts of Men and many more.
Anna has been dragged into controversies time and again for her bold, nude, and adult content in films and series. Apart from that, she has been recognized with many awards including an International Emmy Award for Best Performance by an Actress for Marcella and a Golden Globes nomination for Best Performance by an Actress in TV series for her roles in Pushing Diaries.
Who Is Anna Friel Married To?
Anna Friel hasn't been married as she hasn't shared the wedding vows with anyone until now.
Friel has been committed to a lot of partners but none became her husband and all ended up as a heartbreak for her.
In her early days, Anna dated Darren Day for nearly 3 years. Then she dated Robbie Williams, Christian Bale, Gavin Friday, and David Thewlis.
Anna started dating David in 2001 and their relationship lasted for nearly 10 years. As per wiki, they met on a flight to Cannes and quickly got connected. Though they weren’t engaged or married, Anna became pregnant with David’s daughter.
The couple got separated in December 2010 after almost 10 years of togetherness and a daughter too.
Anna’s other notable date was Mark Jawroski, who was a Regimental Corporal Major and had served alongside Prince William and Harry. Meanwhile, Anna was in relationships with Lee Pace, Joseph Cross, and Rhys Ifans.
Anna and Mark met at a charity event in Windsor and started dating. Later they got separated on December 2020, Friel on that note stated-
"I'm coming through it and I'm stronger – I've done a lot of self-work... It happens to the best of us. Some relationships will get stronger [during lockdown] and some will just not stand the test of time."
It seems that Anna has learned to move on from the relationship that is not meant for her. After that, she hasn't been found in any public relationship.
How Many Children Does Anna Friel Have?
Though Anna was diagnosed with endometriosis and was told that it would be difficult for her to give birth, Anna became pregnant and gave birth to her healthy daughter, Gracie Ellen Mary Friel on July 9, 2005.
David Thewlis is Gracie’s biological father.
Anna Friel's Net Worth
Anna Friel’s net worth is estimated to be around $10 million. Other than acting, Friel also does television and print advertising for brands like Reebook, Virgin Atlantic, Three, Marks & Spencer, and more.
Anna has also played in music videos and appeared as a cover girl for numerous magazines.
How Tall Is Anna Friel?
Anna Friel is 5 feet 3 inches (1.62m) tall and weighs around 55 kg (121 lbs).
Anna has a slim body with body measurements of 34-25-35 inches.
Anna has hazel coloured eyes and dark brown coloured eyes.
Her shoe size is 8 US and her dress size is 4 US
