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Eddie Redmayne

Eddie Redmayne is an English actor known for stage, film, and television work.

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

Eddie Redmayne is an English actor known for stage, film, and television work. He won the Academy Award for Best Actor for portraying Stephen Hawking in *The Theory of Everything* (2014) and has also received a Tony Award, a BAFTA Award, a Golden Globe Award, and two Olivier Awards.

Early life and education

Eddie Redmayne was born in London and educated at Eton College before attending Cambridge University. He was born Edward John David Redmayne.

Acting career

Redmayne began with stage work and later appeared in film and television roles, building a reputation for dramatic and transformative performances. He became widely known for roles in *Les Misérables*, *The Theory of Everything*, and *The Danish Girl*.

Awards and recognition

He won the Academy Award for Best Actor for portraying Stephen Hawking in *The Theory of Everything*. His other honours include a Tony Award, a BAFTA Award, a Golden Globe Award, and two Olivier Awards.

Personal life

Redmayne married Hannah Bagshawe in 2014. Public biographies also describe him as a father of two children.

Key facts

  • Eddie Redmayne is a British actor born in London on 6 January 1982.
  • He won the Academy Award for Best Actor for *The Theory of Everything* (2014).
  • His other major awards include a Tony Award, a BAFTA Award, a Golden Globe Award, and two Olivier Awards.
  • He studied at Eton College and later attended Cambridge University.
  • His film credits include *Les Misérables* (2012) and *The Danish Girl* (2015).
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Canadian context

Redmayne is a major international film and theatre actor whose work has been released and reviewed widely in Canada, but he has no clearly documented Canadian nationality or primary Canada-specific biography in the provided sources.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Eddie Redmayne?
Eddie Redmayne is an English actor known for film and stage roles, especially *The Theory of Everything*.
What is Eddie Redmayne’s birth name?
His birth name is Edward John David Redmayne.
What award did Eddie Redmayne win for *The Theory of Everything*?
He won the Academy Award for Best Actor for playing Stephen Hawking.
Where was Eddie Redmayne born?
He was born in London, England.
What are some of Eddie Redmayne’s best-known films?
Widely cited titles include *Les Misérables*, *The Theory of Everything*, and *The Danish Girl*.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eddie_Redmayne
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, nationality, and major awards
  2. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/biography/Eddie-Redmayne
    Supports: Birth place, occupation, marriage, and Academy Award recognition
  3. Biography.com — https://www.biography.com/actors/eddie-redmayne
    Supports: Education, early stage work, and major film roles
  4. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/facts/Eddie-Redmayne
    Supports: Awards and spouse
  5. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1519666/
    Supports: Birth place, family background, and Academy Award for Best Actor
  6. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/de/name/nm1519666/bio/
    Supports: Marriage and children
  7. Simple English Wikipedia — https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eddie_Redmayne
    Supports: Notable roles and theatre award