Rebecca Ferguson

Born on October 19, 1983, in Stockholm, Rebecca Louisa Ferguson Sundström grew up in a culturally diverse household. Her mother, Rosemary, originally from Britain, relocated to Sweden during her youth, where she met Rebecca’s father, a Swedish native. The family of six eventually faced the challenges of divorce, with Rebecca and her siblings staying with their mother.

Rebecca’s education, initially in English, shifted to Swedish schools following her family’s changes, giving her a bilingual edge. Her childhood was enriched with music and ballet lessons, and she fondly remembers her parents’ support and the joy of her upbringing.

Ferguson’s entry into the acting realm began at the tender age of 15. She showcased her talent early, taking part in various auditions. Her first notable role came in 1999 in “Nya tider,” a series that enjoyed a successful run until its closure in 2006.

After a minor role in “Ocean Ave.” in 2002, Ferguson ventured to the USA, seeking broader opportunities. She landed a significant part in “Drowning Ghost” in 2004 but eventually returned to Sweden due to limited opportunities in America. Rebecca Ferguson then took part in various short films produced in her homeland.

A chance meeting with director Richard Hobert in 2011 led to her leading role in “A One-way Trip to Antibes.” Ferguson’s breakthrough came with “The White Queen” in 2012, playing Elizabeth Woodville, opposite Max Irons, Janet McTeer, and others.

2013 saw her in “VI” with Gustaf Skarsgård and the graphic novel adaptation “Hercules,” alongside Dwayne Johnson. Ferguson’s versatility was further displayed in “The Red Tent” in 2014, where she secured the main role.

Her career took a significant turn with “Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation” in 2014, where Tom Cruise himself endorsed her for the role of Ilsa Faust. She devoted six weeks to intensive training for this physically demanding part.

Subsequent roles in “The Girl on the Train,” “The Snowman,” and “The Greatest Showman” solidified her status in the industry. In “Doctor Sleep” (2020), she was the main antagonist, and she joined an ensemble cast in Denis Villeneuve’s “Dune” in 2021.

Between 2005 and 2015, Ferguson was in a relationship with Ludwig Hallberg, with whom she has a son, Isaac. In 2016, she began dating businessman Rory St. Clair Gainer, and they had a daughter, Saga, in 2018. The couple got married in 2019, making Rory St. Clair Gainer Rebecca Ferguson’s husband. They currently reside in Richmond, southwest London, and prefer to keep their family life private.

Ferguson’s acting trajectory continues robustly. In 2023, she appeared in the critically acclaimed series “Silo” alongside Tim Robbins, and returned to her role in “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One.” “Dune: Part Two” is slated for a 2024 release, where she reprises her role alongside Florence Pugh and Timothée Chalamet. “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part Two” is also anticipated for a summer release, promising to be as enthralling as its predecessors.