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Bella Ramsey Height, Age, Family, Biography

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Hometown: Nottingham, England
Age: 21 Years
Height: 5' 2"

Bella Ramsey

Bio/Wiki
Birth NameIsabella May Ramsey
Nickname(s)• Bellie
• Pedge
• Baby Shark
Profession(s)• Actor
• Singer
Physical Stats
Height (approx.)5' 2" (158 cm)
Eye ColourBrown
Hair ColourMedium Brown
Career
DebutAs an Actor
TV: Game of Thrones (2016-2019) as 'Lyanna Mormont' (HBO)
Bella Ramsey as 'Lyanna Mormont' in the series Game of Thrones (2016-2019)
As a Singer
Song: The Life of Hilda (2020) from the series 'Hilda'
A poster of the Netflix's series 'Hilda'
Awards2019: Best Young Performer award (for the television series 'The Worst Witch') and Children's Animation award (for the series 'Hilda') (shared with Kurt Mueller, Luke Pearson, and Stephanie Simpson) at the British Academy Children's Awards
Bella Ramsey after winning an award at the 2019 British Academy Children's Awards
2020: Merit – Honorary Award (shared with the cast) for the series 'Game of Thrones' at the CinEuphoria Awards

2023: Best Duo award (shared with Pedro Pascal) for series 'The Last of Us' at the MTV Movie & TV Awards

2024: Best Actress in a Horror Series and Best Actress in a Superhero Series awards for 'The Last of Us' at the 4th Critics' Choice Super Awards
Personal Life
Date of Birth25 September 2003 (Thursday)
Age (as of 2024) 21 Years
BirthplaceNottingham, England
Zodiac signLibra
SignatureBella Ramsey's signature
NationalityBritish
HometownNottingham
School• King's InterHigh (online school)
• Stagecoach Theatre Arts, Loughborough, England
Educational QualificationHigh School Graduate
ReligionChristianity
Food HabitVegan
An Instagram post about Bella Ramsey being a vegan
ControversyBacklash Before the Breakthrough: Bella Ramsey faced backlash after being cast as backlash after being cast as 'Ellie' in HBO’s series 'The Last of Us' (2023). Many pointed out that they didn’t resemble the video game version of Ellie, while others targeted them for their gender identity, as thay identifies as nonbinary. The backlash intensified during the show's second season when Ellie's queer identity became a bigger part of the story. Bella became the target of online hate campaigns, edited images, and calls for their replacement. [1]The New Indian Express
Relationships & More
Gender IdentityNon-binary
Marital StatusUnmarried
Family
ParentsFather- Alex Ramsey (businessman)
Bella Ramsey with her father
SiblingsBrother- None
Sister- 1 (elder)
Style Quotient
Car CollectionFiat 500 (second hand) (bought in March 2023)
Bella Ramsey after buying a second hand red Fiat 500
Money Factor
Net Worth (approx.)$2 million (as of 2025)

Bella Ramsey

Some Lesser Known Facts About Bella Ramsey

  • Bella Ramsey grew up in Leicestershire, England.

    A childhood picture of Bella Ramsey

    A childhood picture of Bella Ramsey

  • Bella prefers they/them pronouns and does not see themselves as fully straight or fitting into a specific gender. While talking about it in an interview, they said,

    I certainly think that people have gathered that I’m not 100 per cent straight. I’m a little bit wavy, you know? That’s what I like to say.”

  • At 4, Bella joined the Stagecoach Theatre Arts in Loughborough, England, and continued training there for seven years. They later joined the Television Workshop, where they began auditioning for professional acting roles.
  • In early auditions, Ramsey did not get the role because they did not have the “Hollywood look,” even though the director liked them.
  • Bella grew up as a pescatarian, someone who eats fish but not meat. Over time, they switched to a mostly vegan lifestyle. They’ve often shared their love for mushrooms, from shiitake to oyster to portobello, which are a big part of their meals.
  • Bella Ramsey once took to Twitter to advocate for veganism, sharing their support for animal rights and cruelty-free living.
  • Ramsey’s work as ‘Lyanna Mormont’ in HBO’s series Game of Thrones (2016-2019) earned them great recognition.
    Game of Thrones - Lyanna Mormont | Bella Ramsey #1: "I don't plan on knitting by the fire while men fight for me." - Fan Forum
  • Bella played the role of ‘Mildred Hubble’ in the series ‘The Worst Witch’ (2017-2020), which aired on CBBC and ZDF and streamed on Netflix.

    Bella Ramsey as 'Mildred Hubble' in a still from the series 'The Worst Witch' (2017-2020)

    Bella Ramsey as ‘Mildred Hubble’ in a still from the series ‘The Worst Witch’ (2017-2020)

  • Bella has also worked in a few short films, including ‘Elefthería’ (2017), ‘Nancy’ (2019), ‘Zero’ (2019), and ‘Requiem’ (2021).

    Bella Ramsey as 'Alice' in the short film 'Zero' (2019)

    Bella Ramsey as ‘Alice’ in the short film ‘Zero’ (2019)

  • In 2018, they appeared as young ‘Matilda’ in BBC One’s drama serial ‘Requiem.’

    A poster of the television series 'Requiem' (2018)

    A poster of the television series ‘Requiem’ (2018)

  • That same year, they voiced the character ‘Freya’ in the video game ‘Doctor Who: Infinity.’

    A poster of the video game 'Doctor Who Infinity' (2018)

    A poster of the video game ‘Doctor Who Infinity’ (2018)

  • Bella lent their voice to the titular character in the animated series ‘Hilda’ (2018-2023), which streamed on Netflix.

    A gif of the character voiced by Bella Ramsey for the animated series 'Hilda' (2018-2023)

    A gif of the character voiced by Bella Ramsey for the animated series ‘Hilda’ (2018-2023)

  • In 2020, they played the role of ‘Angelica’ in a fantasy drama television series titled ‘His Dark Materials,’ which aired on BBC One and HBO.

    Bella Ramsey as 'Angelica' in a still from the television series 'His Dark Materials' (2020)

    Bella Ramsey as ‘Angelica’ in a still from the television series ‘His Dark Materials’ (2020)

  • Bella worked as a voiceover artist for the animated series ‘Summer Camp Island’ (2020), which aired on Cartoon Network. They voiced the character ‘Ramona.’

    A still of the character 'Ramona,' voiced by Bella Ramsey, from the animated series 'Summer Camp Island' (2020)

    A still of the character ‘Ramona,’ voiced by Bella Ramsey, from the animated series ‘Summer Camp Island’ (2020)

  • In 2020, Bella Ramsey created a YouTube channel and Instagram account called ‘United Hope,’ where they shared their spiritual journey and beliefs with their followers.

    Bella Ramsey in a still from the YouTube channel 'United Hope'

    Bella Ramsey in a still from the YouTube channel ‘United Hope’

  • In 2022, they appeared as ‘Jane Grey’ in a historical drama television series titled ‘Becoming Elizabeth,’ which aired on Starz.
    Bella Ramsey as Lady Jane Grey in Becoming Elizabeth 1.03 “Either Learn or Be Silent” – @catherinesboleyn on Tumblr
  • Bella has a great interest in music and enjoys singing and playing the guitar. They have sung a few songs, like the ‘Birdy Song’ for the film Catherine Called Birdy (2022) in which they appeared as ‘ Lady Catherine.’

    Bella Ramsey as 'Lady Catherine' in a still from the film 'Catherine Called Birdy' (2022)

    Bella Ramsey as ‘Lady Catherine’ in a still from the film ‘Catherine Called Birdy’ (2022)

  • In 2023, Bella played the role of ‘Kelsey Morgan’ in BBC One’s series ‘Time.’

    Bella Ramsey as 'Kelsey Morgan' in a still from the television series 'Time' (2023)

    Bella Ramsey as ‘Kelsey Morgan’ in a still from the television series ‘Time’ (2023)

  • That same year, they voiced the character ‘Molly’ in the animated comedy film ‘Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget’ (2023).

    A gif of the character voiced by Bella Ramsey for Netflix's animated comedy film 'Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget' (2023)

    A gif of the character voiced by Bella Ramsey for Netflix’s animated comedy film ‘Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget’ (2023)

  • Bella appeared as ‘Ellie’ in HBO’s series ‘The Last of Us’ (2023). Despite delivering a critically acclaimed performance, they faced harsh criticism over their gender identity and looks. The negativity affected them so deeply that it led them to speak out and step away from social media for their mental health.
    Joel and Ellie story in gifs : r/Pedro_Pascal
  • While filming ‘The Last of Us’ at 18, Bella was diagnosed with autism. They have often shared how being neurodivergent has shaped their career and the way they act.
  • They reportedly charged $70,000 per episode for the ‘The Last of Us.’
  • Bella once mentioned that they wore a breast binder most of the time while shooting ‘The Last of Us,’ as it helped them concentrate, though they said it might not have been the healthiest choice.
  • In 2023, Ramsey supported the Palestinian cause by signing a Queer Artists for Palestine letter, which called for a ceasefire in Gaza, condemned “pinkwashing,” and pledged to boycott Israel in support of Palestinians’ fight for dignity and self-determination.
  • Ramsey has mentioned that their faith in Christianity played a key role in their recovery from anorexia nervosa. They experienced a full-immersion baptism as part of their journey but have noted that their connection to these beliefs has become more private since 2023.
  • In July 2023, Bella was nominated for Outstanding Lead Actress at the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards for their role in ‘The Last of Us.’ Despite initial concerns about the lack of non-gendered categories, they chose to continue after discussions with showrunner Craig Mazin. This made Ramsey the second non-binary actor to receive an Emmy nomination, and the first for a leading role.

    Bella Ramsey at the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards

    Bella Ramsey at the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards

  • Bella Ramsey was featured on Time’s 100 Next list in September 2023. Emma D’Arcy, a fellow non-binary actor, praised Bella’s acting skills and described them as “an inspiring figure in the LGBTQIA+ community.”
  • In April 2025, Bella joined over 400 film and television professionals in signing a letter supporting trans, non-binary, and intersex people, opposing a UK court ruling and new guidance on the definition of “woman.”

    A facebook post about Bella Ramsey joining over 400 film and television professionals in opposing a UK court ruling and new guidance on the definition of "woman"

    A facebook post about Bella Ramsey joining over 400 film and television professionals in opposing a UK court ruling and new guidance on the definition of “woman”

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