History of Hayley Atwell in Timeline
Hayley Atwell is a dual British and American actress known for her work in period pieces. She began her career in West End theater productions before transitioning to film and television. Atwell gained recognition for her roles in films such as Brideshead Revisited (2008) and The Duchess (2008), as well as the miniseries The Pillars of the Earth (2010). Her performances earned her nominations for a British Independent Film Award (for The Duchess) and a Golden Globe Award (for The Pillars of the Earth), solidifying her reputation as a talented actress in historical dramas.
1967: Original The Prisoner Airs
The original series "The Prisoner" aired in 1967. This is not related to Hayley Atwell but mentioned in the text as the inspiration for the 2009 series she appeared in.
April 1982: Birth of Hayley Atwell
Hayley Elizabeth Atwell was born in London in April 1982 to Allison Cain and Grant Atwell.
April 1982: Hayley Atwell is born
Hayley Elizabeth Atwell was born in April 1982.
2005: Graduation from Guildhall
Hayley Atwell graduated from the Guildhall School of Music and Drama with a bachelor's degree in acting in 2005.
2005: Stage Debut in Prometheus Bound
Hayley Atwell made her professional stage debut in "Prometheus Bound" in 2005, receiving positive reviews.
2006: Women Beware Women at the RSC
In 2006, Hayley Atwell starred in "Women Beware Women" at the Royal Shakespeare Company, earning praise for her performance.
2007: National Theatre Productions Begin
Hayley Atwell began appearing in productions at the Royal National Theatre in 2007.
2007: Film Debut in Cassandra's Dream
Hayley Atwell made her film debut in Woody Allen's "Cassandra's Dream" in 2007.
2007: Filming of Brideshead Revisited
In 2007, during the filming of Brideshead Revisited, Hayley Atwell was told by someone unconnected to Harvey Weinstein to lose weight. This event later became public in October 2017 during the Weinstein scandal.
2008: Man of Mode and Major Barbara
Hayley Atwell appeared in "Man of Mode" and "Major Barbara" at the Royal National Theatre in 2008, receiving an Ian Charleson Commendation for the latter.
2008: The Duchess and Brideshead Revisited
In 2008, Hayley Atwell appeared in "The Duchess", earning a British Independent Film Award nomination, and also starred in "Brideshead Revisited".
2008: Atwell in Brideshead Revisited and The Duchess
In 2008, Hayley Atwell appeared in the films "Brideshead Revisited" and "The Duchess", receiving a British Independent Film Award nomination for the latter.
November 2009: West End Debut and The Prisoner
Hayley Atwell made her West End debut in "A View From the Bridge" and appeared in the miniseries "The Prisoner" in November 2009.
2009: Ian Charleson Commendation and Laurence Olivier Award Nomination
In 2009, Hayley Atwell received an Ian Charleson Commendation for her performance in Major Barbara and was also nominated for a Laurence Olivier Award for her role in A View from the Bridge.
April 2010: Cast as Captain America's Love Interest
Hayley Atwell was cast as the love interest in the upcoming "Captain America" film in April 2010.
2010: The Pillars of the Earth and Award Nomination
Hayley Atwell appeared in the miniseries "The Pillars of the Earth" in 2010, which earned her a Golden Globe Award nomination.
2010: Any Human Heart and Pillars of the Earth
In 2010, Hayley Atwell appeared in "Any Human Heart" and "Pillars of the Earth", receiving a Golden Globe nomination for the latter.
2010: Living in London and Studying Art History
While filming Captain America: The First Avenger in 2010, Hayley Atwell lived in London and took a three-month course in art history and haiku at the Open University.
2011: Laurence Olivier Award Nomination
Hayley Atwell received her second Laurence Olivier Award nomination in 2011 for her performance in the revival of The Pride.
2011: Captain America and Breakout Star
Hayley Atwell's portrayal of Agent Peggy Carter in "Captain America: The First Avenger" in 2011 propelled her to prominence, and she was named a "Breakout Star" by MTV.
2011: Captain America and The Faith Machine
In 2011, Hayley Atwell starred in "Captain America: The First Avenger" and the stage production "The Faith Machine".
2013: The Pride and Olivier Nomination
Hayley Atwell's performance in "The Pride" in 2013 earned her a Laurence Olivier Award nomination.
2013: Restless, Black Mirror, and The Pride
In 2013, Hayley Atwell starred in the miniseries "Restless", an episode of "Black Mirror", and the play "The Pride", receiving an Olivier Award nomination for the latter.
2014: Return to Marvel
Hayley Atwell reprised her role as Peggy Carter in "Captain America: The Winter Soldier" in 2014.
2015: Speaking Out Against Photoshop
In 2015, Hayley Atwell publicly discussed her disapproval of excessive photoshopping on magazine covers, linking it to her role as Peggy Carter and the responsibility she felt towards young girls.
2015: Avengers, Ant-Man, and Cinderella
In 2015, Hayley Atwell appeared in "Avengers: Age of Ultron", "Ant-Man", and played Cinderella's mother in the live-action "Cinderella".
2015: Agent Carter and Cinderella
Hayley Atwell starred in the television series "Agent Carter" and the film "Cinderella" in 2015.
2015: Move to Los Angeles
Hayley Atwell moved to Los Angeles in 2015 to be closer to the production of Agent Carter, while maintaining her home in London.
February 2016: Cast in Conviction
Hayley Atwell was cast in the ABC series "Conviction" in February 2016.
May 2016: Agent Carter Cancelled
"Agent Carter", starring Hayley Atwell, was cancelled in May 2016.
October 2016: Conviction Premieres
The television series "Conviction", starring Hayley Atwell, premiered in October 2016.
2016: End of Agent Carter
The television series "Agent Carter", starring Hayley Atwell, concluded in 2016.
January 2017: Conviction Concludes
The television series "Conviction" concluded its run in January 2017.
May 2017: Conviction Cancelled
"Conviction" was cancelled by ABC in May 2017.
October 2017: Response to Harvey Weinstein Allegations
In October 2017, amidst the Harvey Weinstein accusations, Hayley Atwell shared her own experience of being told to lose weight during the filming of Brideshead Revisited in 2007. She clarified the source of the comment and condemned Weinstein's actions.
2017: Howards End Miniseries
Hayley Atwell starred in the BBC miniseries "Howards End" in 2017.
2018: Christopher Robin
Hayley Atwell played Evelyn Robin in the film "Christopher Robin" in 2018.
2018: Return to Stage and Measure for Measure
Hayley Atwell returned to the stage in "Dry Powder" and "Measure for Measure" in 2018, the latter receiving critical acclaim and an extended run.
2018: Christopher Robin
Hayley Atwell starred in the film "Christopher Robin" in 2018.
September 2019: Mission: Impossible Casting
Hayley Atwell was cast in "Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One" and "Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part Two" in September 2019.
2020: True Spies Podcast
Hayley Atwell began hosting the podcast "True Spies" in 2020.
2020: Rosmersholm and Olivier Nomination
Hayley Atwell's performance in "Rosmersholm" in 2020 garnered another Laurence Olivier Award nomination.
2020: Laurence Olivier Award Nomination
In 2020, Hayley Atwell received her third Laurence Olivier Award nomination, this time for her portrayal of Rebecca West in Rosmersholm.
2021: Peter Rabbit 2 Voice Role
Hayley Atwell voiced Mittens the cat in "Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway" in 2021.
2021: Peter Rabbit 2
Hayley Atwell voiced a character in the animated film "Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway" in 2021.
2022: Relationship with Ned Wolfgang Kelly
Hayley Atwell began a relationship with music producer Ned Wolfgang Kelly in 2022.
2022: Picturehouse Ambassador
Hayley Atwell partnered with The Picturehouse as an ambassador in 2022.
April 2023: Engagement to Ned Wolfgang Kelly
Hayley Atwell and music producer Ned Wolfgang Kelly announced their engagement in April 2023.
2023: Mission: Impossible Release
"Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One", featuring Hayley Atwell, was released in 2023.
2023: Mission: Impossible
Hayley Atwell appeared in "Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One" in 2023.
December 2024: Casting in Avengers: Doomsday Announced
Hayley Atwell's casting in "Avengers: Doomsday" was revealed in December 2024.
2025: Mission: Impossible Sequel Release
"Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part Two", featuring Hayley Atwell, is scheduled for release in 2025.
May 1, 2026: Avengers: Doomsday Release
"Avengers: Doomsday", featuring Hayley Atwell reprising her role as Peggy Carter, is scheduled for release on May 1, 2026.