Jodie Whittaker

Last updated on the 20 April 2025 by Evandrus

Mini Biography

Born: 17 June 1982, Skelmanthorpe, West Yorkshire, England. 

Jodie Whittaker grew up as the second child and only daughter of Yvonne and Adrian Whittaker. Her early years were spent in a close-knit community, where she developed a passion for storytelling and performance. She attended Scissett Middle School and Shelley High School, where her interest in acting began to take shape through school productions.

Whittaker pursued her passion for acting by enrolling at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London. She graduated in 2005 with a gold medal in acting, a testament to her dedication and talent.

Jodie Whittaker’s breakthrough came with her feature film debut in “Venus” (2006), where she starred alongside Peter O’Toole. Her performance earned her critical acclaim and nominations for prestigious awards. She continued to build her career with roles in films like “Attack the Block” (2011) and “Adult Life Skills” (2016). On television, she gained widespread recognition for her role as Beth Latimer in the crime drama “Broadchurch” (2013–2017). However, her most iconic role came in 2017 when she was cast as the Thirteenth Doctor in the long-running sci-fi series “Doctor Who,” making history as the first woman to play the Doctor.

In her personal life, Whittaker married actor and writer Christian Contreras in 2008. The couple have two children, though they have chosen to keep their family life private. Whittaker’s journey from a small Yorkshire village to becoming a celebrated actress showcases her talent, resilience and groundbreaking contributions to the world of entertainment.

Suggested viewing

Toxic Town (2025)

Bftv 8.5 / IMDb 7.6

Set in Corby, England, during the late 20th century, the series Toxic Town dramatises the devastating consequences of industrial negligence. The series follows a group of mothers fighting for justice after toxic waste mismanagement leads to severe birth defects in their children. Their legal battle against the local council exposes systemic corruption and environmental disregard, culminating in a landmark ruling.

Top cast: Jodie Whittaker, Aimee Lou Wood, Robert Carlyle, Rory Kinnear, Brendan Coyle, Claudia Jessie, Stephen McMillan, Lauren Lyle.

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-travelling 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 –  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).

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.

Full filmography @ Wikipedia