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Bella Ramsey

Isabella May Ramsey, known professionally as Bella Ramsey, is an English actor who gained prominence for their roles in critically acclaimed television series. Their breakthrough performance as the fierce Lyanna Mormont in HBO's *Game of Thrones* (2016-2019) established them as a talented young actor. Ramsey further solidified their reputation with their portrayal of Ellie in HBO's post-apocalyptic drama *The Last of Us* (2023-present), earning nominations for a Primetime Emmy Award and a Golden Globe Award. Ramsey's acting contributions span across fantasy and drama genres, showcasing their versatility and talent.

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September 2003: Bella Ramsey was born

In September 2003, Isabella May Ramsey was born in Nottingham.

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2010: Equality Act

In April 2025, Ramsey was one of over 400 film and television professionals to sign an open letter pledging solidarity with the trans, non-binary and intersex communities.

2013: The Last of Us Video Game

The video game The Last of Us was released in 2013.

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2016: Portrayed Lyanna Mormont in Game of Thrones

From 2016, Bella Ramsey portrayed Lyanna Mormont in the HBO fantasy drama television series Game of Thrones, marking Ramsey's first credited role.

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2016: Breakthrough role in Game of Thrones

In 2016, Bella Ramsey had their breakthrough role as Lyanna Mormont in the HBO fantasy television series Game of Thrones.

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2017: Played Mildred Hubble in The Worst Witch

In 2017, Bella Ramsey played Mildred Hubble in the CBBC series The Worst Witch.

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2017: Starred in The Worst Witch

In 2017, Bella Ramsey starred in the TV adaptation of The Worst Witch books as Mildred Hubble.

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2018: Voiced Hilda in Netflix series

In 2018, Bella Ramsey voiced the title character in the Netflix original series Hilda.

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2019: Lyanna Mormont concluded in Game of Thrones

In 2019, Bella Ramsey concluded their role as Lyanna Mormont in the HBO fantasy drama television series Game of Thrones.

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2019: Game of Thrones concluded

In 2019, Bella Ramsey concluded their role as Lyanna Mormont in the HBO fantasy television series Game of Thrones.

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2019: Won BAFTA award for Hilda

In 2019, Bella Ramsey won the BAFTA award for best "Children's Animation" for their work on Hilda.

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2019: Won award for The Worst Witch, Recast for final season

In 2019, Bella Ramsey won the Young Performer award at the British Academy Children's Awards for their role in The Worst Witch. The role was recast with Lydia Page for the fourth and final season.

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November 2020: Debut song released, The Life of Hilda

On November 25, 2020, Bella Ramsey's debut song "The Life of Hilda" was released.

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December 2020: Second season of Hilda released

On December 14, 2020, the second season of Hilda was released.

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2020: Ran YouTube channel United Hope

In 2020, Bella Ramsey ran a YouTube channel and related Instagram account called United Hope where they shared their faith.

February 2021: Cast in The Last of Us HBO adaptation

In February 2021, Bella Ramsey was cast as Ellie in the HBO adaptation of the 2013 video game The Last of Us.

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December 2021: Hilda and the Mountain King premiered

On December 30, 2021, Bella Ramsey reprised the role of Hilda in the 80-minute movie special, Hilda and the Mountain King, which premiered.

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2022: Starred in Catherine Called Birdy

In 2022, Bella Ramsey starred in the historical comedy film Catherine Called Birdy and was nominated for the Critics' Choice Movie Award for Best Young Performer for the role.

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July 2023: Nominated for Emmy Award

In July 2023, Bella Ramsey was nominated for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series at the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards for their portrayal in The Last of Us.

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September 2023: Included on Time's 100 Next List

In September 2023, Bella Ramsey was included on Time's 100 Next list.

2023: Starred as Ellie in The Last of Us

In 2023, Bella Ramsey starred as Ellie in the HBO post-apocalyptic drama series The Last of Us.

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2023: Hilda series concluded

In 2023, Bella Ramsey's role in Hilda series came to an end.

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2023: Faith became quieter

Since 2023, Bella Ramsey's faith has become "a lot quieter".

April 2025: Signed open letter

In response to the April 2025 UK Supreme Court ruling in For Women Scotland Ltd v The Scottish Ministers on the definition of woman in the Equality Act 2010 and subsequent EHRC guidance, Ramsey was one of over 400 film and television professionals to sign an open letter pledging "solidarity with the trans, non-binary and intersex communities" and condemning both actions.