Imogen Poots Biography: Husband, Children, TV Series, Siblings, Age, Net Worth, Height, Movies, Parents

Imogen Poots is a highly accomplished English actress who has received critical acclaim for her versatile and compelling performances in film and television.

She is known for her work in various genres; Poots has established herself as a talented and versatile performer.

She first gained recognition for her role as Tammy in the post-apocalyptic horror film “28 Weeks Later,” showcasing her ability to handle intense and dramatic material.

Profile

• Full Name: Imogen Gay Poots
• Stage Name: Imogen Poots
• Born: June 3, 1989
• Age: 35 years old
• Birthplace: Hammersmith, London, United Kingdom
• Nationality: British
• Occupation: English Actress
• Height: 1.63 m
• Parents: Fiona Goodall and Trevor Poots
• Siblings: Alex Poots
• Partner: James Norton (2018-2023)
• Children:
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $2 million

Early Life And Education

Imogen Gay Poots is an acclaimed English actress born on June 3, 1989, in Hammersmith, London. She is the daughter of Trevor Poots, a current affairs television producer from Belfast, and Fiona Goodall, a journalist and voluntary worker from Bolton. Poots has an older brother named Alex Poots.

Raised in Chiswick, West London, Poots had a privileged upbringing. She attended several prestigious schools, including Bute House Preparatory School for Girls, Queen’s Gate School in South Kensington, and Latymer Upper School in Hammersmith.

A strong student, Poots achieved three A grades at A-level and was accepted to study at the Courtauld Institute of Art in 2008, though she deferred enrollment for two years to pursue her burgeoning acting career. Poots‘ ethnic background is White, and she practices Christianity as her religion.  

Career

Imogen Poots is a British actress who has steadily built an impressive filmography since her breakout role in the 2007 horror film “28 Weeks Later.” Though she had a few small prior roles, Poots was largely unknown when she was cast in that project at the age of 17 by director Juan Carlos Fresnadillo.

Since then, Poots has demonstrated her versatility by appearing in a range of genres, from dramas like “Cracks” and “A Late Quartet” to action films such as the “Need for Speed” adaptation. She has also collaborated with acclaimed directors like Sofia Coppola, who featured Poots in a campaign for the Marni and H&M fashion collection.

Despite never having formal acting training, Poots has been praised for her “compellingly natural” screen presence. She developed her craft through a practical apprenticeship, which has served her well as she has taken on increasingly high-profile roles.

Poots has continued to impress in recent years, with standout performances in projects like the Showtime series “Roadies” and the stage production of “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” broadcast via National Theatre Live. Her ability to immerse herself in diverse characters has established her as a rising talent to watch in the film industry.

Awards and Nominations

Imogen Poots has received several awards and nominations throughout her career.

Awards:

British Independent Film Awards:

•       Best Supporting Actress for “The Look of Love” (2013)
•       Breakthrough Performance for “28 Weeks Later” (2007)

Laurence Olivier Award:

•      Best Actress in a Supporting Role for “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” (2013)

WhatsOnStage Award:

•      Best Supporting Performer in a Female Identifying Role in a Play for “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” (2013)

British Independent Film Awards (BIFA):

•      Best Actress for “Vivarium” (2019)

Nominations:

British Independent Film Awards:

•      Most Promising Newcomer for “28 Weeks Later” (2007)

Social Media

• Instagram handle:@impoots
• Facebook handle: Imogen Poots
• Twitter handle: @ImogenPoots_

Personal Life

Imogen Poots is currently single. She was previously in a relationship with actor James Norton and has been in a long-term relationship with another partner since 2018.

They met while starring together in the play “Belleville” and got engaged in 2022. However, this couple is also reported to have separated in 2023. At this time, Imogen Poots is not publicly involved in any romantic relationships.   

Filmography

Films:

• 28 Weeks Later (2007)   
• Me and Orson Welles (2008)   
• Fright Night (2011)
• Greetings from Tim Buckley (2012)   
• The Look of Love (2013)   
• Jimi: All Is by My Side (2013)   
• Need for Speed (2014)   
• Green Room (2015)   
• The Father (2020)   
• Vivarium (2019)   
• Black Christmas (2019)
• French Exit (2020)

Television Series:

• Roadies (2016)   
• Outer Range (2022-present)   

Net Worth

The talented British actress Imogen Poots has an estimated net worth of around $2 million.

This substantial figure results from her successful career in the entertainment industry, where she has accumulated wealth through various means.