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Bella Ramsey
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Ramsey in March 2025
Born
Isabella May Ramsey

(2003-09-25) 25 September 2003 (age 21)
Nottingham, England
Occupation Actor
Years active 2016–present

Bella Ramsey (born 25 September 2003) is a talented English actor. They became well-known for playing the brave young noblewoman Lyanna Mormont in the fantasy TV series Game of Thrones (2016–2019). Later, they starred as Ellie in the popular drama series The Last of Us (2023–present). For this role, Ramsey earned nominations for major awards like a BAFTA Television Award and Primetime Emmy Awards.

Ramsey also played Mildred Hubble in the CBBC series The Worst Witch (2017–2020). They lent their voice to the main character in the Netflix animated series Hilda (2018–2023). In 2022, Ramsey starred in the historical comedy film Catherine Called Birdy, receiving a nomination for Best Young Performer. Their work in the BBC drama Time (2023) also earned them a Royal Television Society Award.

Early Life and Discovering Acting

Bella Ramsey was born in Nottingham, England, on September 25, 2003. They started school in Leicestershire. At age 12, they switched to an online school called King's InterHigh. This change helped Ramsey manage their schoolwork and acting career at the same time.

As a child, Ramsey loved art, music, writing, and football. They also performed in local theater groups, like Stagecoach Theatre Arts. When they were 10, Ramsey joined the Television Workshop in Nottingham. This workshop helped them prepare for auditions, including the one for Game of Thrones. Ramsey says the workshop taught them to truly "be and become" their characters, not just pretend.

Acting Career Highlights

Bella Ramsey at the 2022 TIFF Premiere of Catherine Called Birdy (52358884151) (cropped)
Ramsey in 2022

Breakthrough Role in Game of Thrones

From 2016 to 2019, Ramsey played Lyanna Mormont in the HBO fantasy series Game of Thrones. This was Ramsey's first big role. Fans and critics quickly noticed their strong performance as a no-nonsense leader. The show's creators were so impressed that they expanded Lyanna's role beyond what was originally planned. The Hollywood Reporter even called Ramsey "season 6's breakout star."

Starring in The Worst Witch and Hilda

Ramsey then starred as Mildred Hubble in the CBBC fantasy drama The Worst Witch (2017–2019). For this role, they won the Young Performer award at the 2019 British Academy Children's Awards.

They also voiced the main character in the Netflix animated series Hilda (2018–2023). Ramsey even sang their debut song, "The Life of Hilda," for the series. They continued as Hilda in the movie special, Hilda and the Mountain King, which came out in 2021.

Diverse Roles in Film and TV

In 2020, Ramsey appeared in His Dark Materials as Angelica. They also played Elsbeth in the drama film Resistance (2020). This film told the important story of how Marcel Marceau helped Jewish children during World War II.

Ramsey took on their first main film role as Lady Catherine in Catherine Called Birdy (2022). This historical comedy was based on a popular novel. Critics praised Ramsey's performance, and they also wrote and performed "Birdy Song" for the film's soundtrack.

Bella Ramsey filming The Last of Us, August 2024 (1)
Ramsey filming the second season of The Last of Us in Downtown Vancouver in August 2024

Leading Role in The Last of Us

In February 2021, Ramsey was chosen to play Ellie in the HBO series based on the video game. They starred alongside Pedro Pascal, who also appeared in Game of Thrones. Ramsey's acting and their connection with Pascal's character, Joel, received widespread praise.

For the first season in 2023, Ramsey earned many award nominations, including at the 81st Golden Globe Awards and 75th Primetime Emmy Awards. Their performance in the second season, which aired in 2025, was also highly praised. Ramsey received another nomination at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards in 2025, making them the youngest two-time nominee for Lead Actress in a Drama Series.

Recent and Upcoming Projects

In 2023, Ramsey played Kelsey Morgan in the second series of Time. Their performance was highly regarded, and they won a Royal Television Society Award. They also voiced Molly in the animated film Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget (2023).

In April 2025, Madame Tussauds announced that Ramsey would have a wax figure displayed in their London museum. The figure was unveiled in September 2025. Ramsey is also set to appear in the drama series Maya (2026), the comedy film Sunny Dancer, and the psychological thriller Harmonia.

Personal Life and Interests

Bella Ramsey and Pedro Pascal at SXSW 2025 02 (cropped)
Ramsey and Pedro Pascal at SXSW 2025

Bella Ramsey is a role model for many young people. They have spoken about their identity and how it relates to their acting career. In 2025, Ramsey became the first non-binary person to have a wax figure at Madame Tussauds.

Ramsey enjoys playing the guitar and singing. They formed a close friendship with fellow actor Pedro Pascal while filming The Last of Us.

Ramsey is a Christian and has shared how their faith is important to them. They also had a YouTube channel called United Hope where they shared their beliefs.

Ramsey is a vegetarian and often eats vegan meals. They are a strong supporter of veganism.

When they were 18, Ramsey learned they were autistic while working on The Last of Us. They described this diagnosis as "freeing." Ramsey believes being neurodivergent has greatly influenced their acting and helps them see the world in unique ways.

Filmography

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Film

Year Title Role Notes
2017 Elefthería Ellie Short film
2018 Two for Joy Miranda
Holmes & Watson Flotsam
2019 Princess Emmy Princess Gizana (voice)
Judy Lorna Luft
Nancy Nancy Short film
Zero Alice Short film
On the Beaches Kitty Short film
2020 Turtle Journey Daughter Turtle (voice) Short film
3 Minutes of Silence Jane Short film
Resistance Elsbeth
2021 Requiem Evelyn Short film
2022 Catherine Called Birdy Birdy
2023 Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget Molly (voice)
Villain Georgia Short film
2024 Matilda and the Brave Escape Narrator (voice) Short film
More Flames Dog (voice) Short film
2025 The Correction Unit nTrac (voice)
rowspan="2" 0TBA Sunny Dancer dagger Ivy
Harmonia dagger Ella

Television

Year Title Role Notes
2016–2019 Game of Thrones Lyanna Mormont Recurring role (seasons 6–8)
2017–2020 The Worst Witch Mildred Hubble Main role (series 1–3)
Guest appearance (series 4)
2018 Requiem Young Matilda Episode: "The Blue Room"
2018–2023 Hilda Hilda (voice) Lead role; 34 episodes
2020 Shepherd's Delight Girl in Park Episode: "Self-Tape 48"
His Dark Materials Angelica 6 episodes (season 2)
Summer Camp Island Ramona (age 15) (voice) Episode: "Ghost Baby Jabberwock"
2021 Hilda and the Mountain King Hilda (voice) Television film
2022 Becoming Elizabeth Jane Grey Main role; 6 episodes
2023 Time Kelsey Morgan 3 episodes (season 2)
2023–present The Last of Us Ellie Main role
2026 Maya dagger Maya Main role

Video games

Year Title Role
2018 Doctor Who Infinity Freya (voice)
2025 Chicken Run: Eggstraction Molly (voice)

Radio and podcasts

Year Title Role Notes
2020 Drama Miss Edith BBC Radio 4 episode: "Edith Sitwell in Scarborough"
2022 Impact Winter Whisper 6 episodes

Music videos

Year Title Artist Ref.
2025 "Not Like The Rest" GIRLBAND!

Discography

Year Title Album Notes
2020 "The Life of Hilda" Hilda Episode: "Chapter 7: The Beast of Cauldron Island"
2022 "Birdy Song" Catherine Called Birdy
2025 "Take On Me" The Last of Us: Season 2 Episode: "Day One"

Awards and Nominations

Year Award Category Work Result
2018 British Academy Children's Awards Best Young Performer The Worst Witch Nominated
2019 Won
2020 Screen Actors Guild Awards Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series Game of Thrones Nominated
2022 North Texas Film Critics Association Best Newcomer Catherine Called Birdy Nominated
2023 Critics' Choice Awards Best Young Performer Nominated
London Critics Circle Film Awards Young British/Irish Performer of the Year Nominated
Royal Television Society Award Female Supporting Actor Time Won
MTV Movie & TV Awards Breakthrough Performance The Last of Us Nominated
Best Duo (shared with Pedro Pascal) Won
Dorian Awards Best TV Performance — Drama Nominated
Television Critics Association Awards Individual Achievement in Drama Nominated
Astra TV Awards Best Actress in a Broadcast Network or Cable Series, Drama Nominated
Primetime Emmy Awards Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series Nominated
Gotham Independent Film Awards Outstanding Performance in a New Series Nominated
2024 Golden Globe Awards Best Actress – Television Series Drama Nominated
Critics' Choice Awards Best Actress in a Drama Series Nominated
Saturn Awards Best Performance by a Younger Actor on a TV Series Nominated
AACTA International Awards Best Actress in a Series Nominated
People's Choice Awards Drama TV Star of the Year Nominated
Screen Actors Guild Awards Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series Nominated
Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Drama Series Nominated
Independent Spirit Awards Best Lead Performance in a New Scripted Series Nominated
Satellite Awards Best Actress in a Drama/Genre Series Nominated
Critics' Choice Super Awards Best Actress in a Horror Series, Limited Series or Made-for-TV Movie Won
Best Actress in a Superhero Series, Limited Series or Made-for-TV Movie Won
British Academy Television Awards Best Actress Nominated
2025 Primetime Emmy Awards Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series Nominated
Critics' Choice Super Awards Best Actress in a Horror Series, Limited Series or Made-for-TV Movie Nominated
Best Actress in a Superhero Series, Limited Series or Made-for-TV Movie Nominated
Astra TV Awards Best Actress in a Drama Series Nominated
Dorian Awards Best TV Performance – Drama Nominated
LGBTQIA+ TV Trailblazer Award N/A Nominated


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