Jessica Ellerby
- Actress
- Writer
- Producer
Jessica Anne Ellerby is an English actress and filmmaker. She was originally from Dubai, United Arab Emirates, to English parents, establishing her multicultural background before pursuing her career in British entertainment.
Ellerby began her career in theatre, developing her foundational acting skills through stage work. She received formal training at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School, one of Britain's most prestigious drama institutions, which provided her with classical theatrical education and technique. Her early professional experience included various theatrical productions that established her reputation within the British performing arts community.
Ellerby's transition to screen work included appearances in both film and television. Her film credits include Get Him to the Greek, Hollow, and Svengali, demonstrating her versatility across different genres and production scales. She gained recognition for her role as Jane in the Netflix comedy-drama series Lovesick, which showcased her comedic timing and dramatic range to international audiences. In 2016, Ellerby joined the main cast of the long-running ITV sitcom Benidorm for its eighth series as Amber Platt, further establishing her presence in British television comedy.
Her career expanded into premium television with her portrayal of Queen Elizabeth II in the Epix/StarzplayUK series Pennyworth, a role that required both dramatic gravitas and historical awareness. Ellerby played Stacee in the second series of the Sky One comedy-drama Living the Dream, which aired in 2019. Beyond acting, Ellerby wrote and directed the 2018 short film The Hungry Games, demonstrating her expansion into filmmaking. She recently won Best Supporting Actress in This Time Away opposite Timothy Spall, marking recognition for her dramatic work.
Aside from acting, she maintains professional qualifications as a Yoga instructor, reflecting her commitment to wellness and physical discipline. She has been married to actor Nick Hendrix since July 2017, creating a professional partnership within the British acting community. Her career represents a comprehensive approach to entertainment industry participation, encompassing performance, writing, directing, and specialized physical training that informs her versatile professional capabilities.
Ellerby began her career in theatre, developing her foundational acting skills through stage work. She received formal training at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School, one of Britain's most prestigious drama institutions, which provided her with classical theatrical education and technique. Her early professional experience included various theatrical productions that established her reputation within the British performing arts community.
Ellerby's transition to screen work included appearances in both film and television. Her film credits include Get Him to the Greek, Hollow, and Svengali, demonstrating her versatility across different genres and production scales. She gained recognition for her role as Jane in the Netflix comedy-drama series Lovesick, which showcased her comedic timing and dramatic range to international audiences. In 2016, Ellerby joined the main cast of the long-running ITV sitcom Benidorm for its eighth series as Amber Platt, further establishing her presence in British television comedy.
Her career expanded into premium television with her portrayal of Queen Elizabeth II in the Epix/StarzplayUK series Pennyworth, a role that required both dramatic gravitas and historical awareness. Ellerby played Stacee in the second series of the Sky One comedy-drama Living the Dream, which aired in 2019. Beyond acting, Ellerby wrote and directed the 2018 short film The Hungry Games, demonstrating her expansion into filmmaking. She recently won Best Supporting Actress in This Time Away opposite Timothy Spall, marking recognition for her dramatic work.
Aside from acting, she maintains professional qualifications as a Yoga instructor, reflecting her commitment to wellness and physical discipline. She has been married to actor Nick Hendrix since July 2017, creating a professional partnership within the British acting community. Her career represents a comprehensive approach to entertainment industry participation, encompassing performance, writing, directing, and specialized physical training that informs her versatile professional capabilities.
