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Last updated on the 26 March 2024 by Evandrus
Mini Biography
Born: 17 June 1982, Skelmanthorpe, West Yorkshire, England.Â
Jodie Whittaker grew up in a family of actors and performers, which inspired her to pursue a career in acting from a young age.
Whittaker studied at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London, where she honed her skills and developed her craft. She made her acting debut in 2005 with a small role in the film “Venus,” which starred Peter O’Toole. She then went on to appear in several British television shows, including “Dalziel and Pascoe,” “The Street,” and “Black Mirror.”
In 2013, Jodie Whittaker received critical acclaim for her performance in the film “Broadchurch,” in which she played the mother of a murdered child. The success of the show led to her being cast as the first female Doctor in the long-running British science fiction series “Doctor Who” in 2017. Her portrayal of the iconic character was widely praised, and she became a role model for young girls around the world.
Outside of acting, Whittaker is known for her philanthropic work and activism. She is a patron of the charity “Action for Children,” which supports vulnerable children and families in the UK. She is also an advocate for gender equality and LGBTQ+ rights, and has spoken out about the importance of representation in the media.
Suggested viewing
Doctor Who (1963)
Bftv 9.0 / IMDb 8.6
Doctor Who is a British science fiction television series that follows the adventures of a mysterious time-traveling alien called the Doctor. With the ability to regenerate and change appearance, the Doctor travels through time and space in the TARDIS, a time machine shaped like a blue British police box, battling enemies and saving the universe.
Top cast: Jodie Whittaker, Bradley Walsh, Mandip Gill, Tosin Cole, Sacha Dhawan, Lenny Henry, Stephen Fry, Shobna Gulati.
Broadchurch (2013)
Bftv 9.0 / IMDb 8.4 Broadchurch is a British crime drama series set in a small coastal town. The story revolves around the murder of a young boy and the subsequent investigation led by detectives Alec Hardy and Ellie Miller. As secrets are unveiled, the community is torn apart, highlighting the impact of the tragic event on everyone involved. Top cast: David Tennant, Olivia Colman, Jodie Whittaker, Andrew Buchan, Charlotte Beaumont, Arthur Darvill, Adam Wilson, Carolyn Pickles, Charlotte Rampling, Sarah Parish. |
Black Mirror –Â The Entire History of You (2011)
Bftv 9.0 / IMDb 8.5 In “Black Mirror – The Entire History of You,” set in a near-future society, people have “grains” implanted in their heads, which record everything they see and hear. This technology, while initially promising, becomes a double-edged sword as it leads to obsession, jealousy, and the breakdown of relationships. Top cast: Toby Kebbell, Tom Cullen, Amy Beth Hayes, Rafe Spall, Daniel Lapaine, Karl Johnson, Natalia Tenant, Jodie Whittaker (S1.E3).
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Time (2021)
Bftv 8.5 / IMDb 8.2
In the gritty confines of Carlingford Prison, three women serve their sentences amidst the harsh realities of incarceration. Orla, a struggling single mother, fights to maintain her connection with her children, while Kelsey, a young heroin addict, grapples with the consequences of her addiction. Abi, a hardened lifer, faces the prospect of aging behind bars. As their lives intertwine, they form unlikely bonds, seeking solace and support in a world defined by hardship and isolation.
Season 2
Top cast: Jodie Whittaker, Tamara Lawrence, Bella Ramsey, Siobhan Finneran, Julie Graham, Nicholas Nunn, Karen Henthorn, Terri Reddin.
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