Hannah Waddingham
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  • Born:
    • Birthday: 1974-07-28
    • Born Place: London, England, UK

Hannah Waddingham

Hannah Waddingham (born July 28, 1974) is a British actress and singer celebrated for her powerful vocal abilities and charismatic performances across stage and screen. With a strong background in musical theatre, she has garnered critical acclaim for her roles in West End productions such as Spamalot, Into the Woods, and Kiss Me, Kate, earning multiple Olivier Award nominations. While she has appeared in various television series, including Game of Thrones as Septa Unella, Waddingham achieved widespread international recognition and critical acclaim for her Emmy-winning portrayal of Rebecca Welton in the Apple TV+ comedy series Ted Lasso. Adding to her diverse portfolio, Hannah Waddingham joins the Mission: Impossible franchise in Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part Two, now officially titled Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning (2025). She is also known for films such as The Woman in Cabin 10 (2025), Smurfs 2025, Lilo & Stitch 2025, The Garfield Movie 2024, The Fall Guy 2024.