Zawe Ashton: Biography in Details
Who is Zawe Ashton?
Zawe Ashton is an English actress, writer, and director. She is best known for her performances in the comedy series, Fresh Meat and Not Safe for Work.
She is also praised for her role in several TV series, including Case Histories, Doctor Who, and Wanderlust.
What are the birth facts of Zawe Ashton?
Zawe Ashton was born Zawedde Ashton on 21st July 1984 in Hackney, London to Paul and Victoria. She is the eldest of three children.
Her father, Paul, was an English teacher whereas her mother, Victoria, was a design and technology teacher in London.
Her father also worked later at Channel 4 commissioning education programs for teachers.
Zawe’s mother, who arrived in England as a teenager, is originally from Uganda, whereas her father is an Englishman.
Her late grandfather Paulo Muwanga, who died at the age of 97, served as both president and prime minister.
Education, University
She attended Anna Scher School from the age of five. Since she was fascinated by acting, her mother also encouraged and supported her.
At 6, Zawe became a member of drama school and played in The Demon Headmaster, Holby City, and Casualty.
Later, she also studied at Islington College and Manchester University’s School of Theatre and graduated with a degree in Acting.
Zawe Ashton- Professional Life and Career
Zawe began her career in the late 1990s. She appeared on BBC 2 science Science in Action as one of the three curious children.
Her television work includes Holby City, Casualty, The Crust, The Bill, NCS: Manhunt, and Misfits. She starred in the Channel 4 comedy Fresh Meat in 2011, playing the part of God.
In 2009, she appeared in St. Trinian’s II: The Legend of Fritton’s Gold. Moreover, she appeared alongside Jason Statham in the movie “Blitz” and with Jason Isaacs in the television adaptation of Kate Atkinson’s Case Histories in 2011. In the same year, she starred in the BBC Christmas show Lapland.
Moreover, Zawe Ashton appeared as Joyce Carol Vincent in the film “Dreams of a Life” in 2011. Her other notable films include ‘Nocturnal Animals’ in 2016, ‘Greta’ in 2018, and ‘Velvet Buzzsaw’ in 2019.
Books
Zawe Ashton narrated 13 episodes of 24 Hours in Police Custody, shown on Channel 4 in 2016 and 2017.
She presented the third series of Random Acts in 2017, Channel 4’s short film showcase in association with Arts Council England.
Awards, Nominations
In October 2012, Zawe Ashton won the Ultimate Newcomer for the Women of the Year by Cosmopolitan.
Also, Zawe Ashton won the London Poetry Slam Championship in 2000.
She was nominated for the Verity Bargate Award in 2007 for her awesome acting in “Harm’s Way”.
How much is the net worth of Zawe Ashton?
She has an estimated net worth of $10 million as of 2023 and earns $56,500 USD per annum.
Zawe Ashton: Rumors, Controversy
Zawe Ashton was rumored to be dating her co-star, Tom Hiddleston, since February 2019.
They were onscreen husband and wife in Harold Pinter’s Betrayal, 2019.
However, Tom was also in also a relationship with Taylor Swift in 2016.
Body Stats: Height, Weight
Zawe Ashton is a brown-eyed brunette. Her height is 5 ft. 11 inches and weighs 57 kg.
She has an hourglass slim body with a body measurement of 34-25-35 inches.
Social Media
Zawe Ashton has 139k followers on Instagram and 53k followers on Twitter.
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FAQs
What is Zawe Ashton’s ethnicity?
- She belongs to English-Ugandan heritage.
Who is Zawe Ashton’s husband?
- She is not married but is currently dating.
How tall is Zawe Ashton?
- She has a height of 5 ft 11 inches.
Zawe Ashton’s Birthday Dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | July | Sunday |
| 2025 | July | Monday |
| 2026 | July | Tuesday |
| 2027 | July | Wednesday |
| 2028 | July | Friday |