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- Birthday: 1996-06-13
- Born Place: Ireland
Ruth Codd
Ruth Codd, born on June 13, 1996, in Wexford, Ireland, is a rising Irish actress who has quickly made a name for herself in the entertainment industry despite having no prior professional acting experience before her breakout role. Prior to her acting career, Codd worked as a professional make-up artist and barber. During the COVID-19 pandemic, after losing her job, she began creating videos on TikTok, where she gained a significant following for her comedic content and candid discussions about disability awareness. It was through these TikTok videos that she was discovered by casting directors for Netflix's mystery thriller series, The Midnight Club.Codd's powerful portrayal of Anya in The Midnight Club (2022), a character who is also a lower-leg amputee, garnered critical acclaim and marked her impressive acting debut. Her performance resonated with audiences and solidified her as a breakout star. Following this success, she was cast in another of Mike Flanagan's Netflix horror miniseries, The Fall of the House of Usher (2023), where she played Juno Usher. She has also appeared in an episode of the anthology horror series Creepshow and the Irish comedy-drama series The Dry. Looking ahead, Codd is set to make her feature film debut as Phlegma in the highly anticipated live-action adaptation of How to Train Your Dragon (2025). Her journey from TikTok sensation to acclaimed actress highlights her natural talent and impactful presence on screen.
