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Charlotte Ritchie

Charlotte Ritchie is an English actress and singer, born in London in 1989.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Charlotte Ritchie is an English actress and singer, born in London in 1989. She is best known for playing Barbara Gilbert in Call the Midwife and Alison Cooper in Ghosts, and has also appeared in Fresh Meat, Siblings, Feel Good, and You.

Early life and education

Charlotte Anne Ritchie was born in Westminster, London, in 1989. Available sources say she grew up in London and studied at the University of Bristol, where she read English and Drama.

Acting career

Ritchie’s television career began to reach a wider audience with Fresh Meat. She later appeared in Call the Midwife, Siblings, Dead Pixels, Feel Good, Ghosts, and You.

Music career

Before and alongside acting, Ritchie was involved in music. She was a member of the classical crossover group All Angels and is also credited with other singing or soundtrack work.

Recognition and public profile

Ritchie is widely recognized for British television comedy and drama roles. Later credits have expanded her profile internationally through streaming series such as Feel Good and You.

Key facts

  • Charlotte Ritchie is an English actress born on 29 August 1989.
  • She is known for television roles including Barbara Gilbert in Call the Midwife and Alison Cooper in Ghosts.
  • Her earlier mainstream breakout role was Oregon in the Channel 4 comedy Fresh Meat.
  • She also played roles in Siblings, Dead Pixels, Feel Good, and You.
  • She was a member of the classical crossover group All Angels.
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Canadian context

Canadian viewers may know Charlotte Ritchie from streaming series such as Feel Good and You, both of which circulated widely in Canada.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Charlotte Ritchie?
Charlotte Ritchie is an English actress and singer known for television roles in Call the Midwife, Ghosts, Fresh Meat, Feel Good, and You.
When was Charlotte Ritchie born?
She was born on 29 August 1989.
What is Charlotte Ritchie best known for?
She is best known for playing Barbara Gilbert in Call the Midwife and Alison Cooper in Ghosts.
Was Charlotte Ritchie in a music group?
Yes. She was a member of the classical crossover group All Angels.
Where was Charlotte Ritchie born?
Sources list her birthplace as Westminster or Clapham in London, reflecting minor source variation.
What other notable roles has she played?
She has played Oregon in Fresh Meat, Hannah French in Siblings, Alison in Dead Pixels, George Lawson in Feel Good, and Kate Lockwood in You.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charlotte_Ritchie
    Supports: Birth date, occupation, major television roles, membership in All Angels, and 2026 credit.
  2. Apple TV — https://tv.apple.com/gb/person/charlotte-ritchie/umc.cpc.tonw6eon0sv6krx3sj5u4x15
    Supports: Occupation, notable roles, and All Angels membership.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2492359/bio/
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, education-related biography details, music group membership, and family details.
  4. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2492359/
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, and career overview.
  5. TV Insider — https://www.tvinsider.com/people/charlotte-ritchie/
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, and role summary.
  6. TV Guide — https://www.tvguide.com/celebrities/charlotte-ritchie/credits/3030027922/
    Supports: Birth name, birthplace, and profession.