Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Rebecca Ferguson
Discover the career path of Rebecca Ferguson, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.
Rebecca Ferguson is a Swedish actress who gained international recognition for her role as Elizabeth Woodville in the British drama "The White Queen," earning her a Golden Globe nomination. She started her career in Swedish television with "Nya tider" in 1999 and made her film debut in "Drowning Ghost" (2004). Since then, she has become a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.
1974: Mother's Contribution to ABBA's Waterloo
In 1974, Rebecca Ferguson's mother, Rosemary Ferguson, helped ABBA translate the lyrics from their album Waterloo into English, contributing to the band's international success.
1999: Television Acting Debut
In 1999, Rebecca Ferguson began her television acting career with the Swedish soap opera Nya tider, marking the start of her professional acting journey.
1999: Prominence in Nya tider
In 1999, Rebecca Ferguson gained prominence as Anna Gripenhielm in the Swedish soap opera Nya tider, marking a significant point in her early career.
2000: Continued Role in Nya tider
In 2000, Rebecca Ferguson continued her role in the Swedish soap opera Nya tider, furthering her experience in television acting.
2002: Role in Ocean Ave.
In 2002, Rebecca Ferguson played Chrissy Eriksson in the Swedish-American soap Ocean Ave., expanding her acting roles internationally.
2004: Feature Film Debut in Drowning Ghost
In 2004, Rebecca Ferguson made her feature film debut in Mikael Håfström's horror film Drowning Ghost, marking her entry into the world of cinema.
2004: Motion Picture Debut
In 2004, Rebecca Ferguson made her motion picture acting debut in the Swedish slasher film Drowning Ghost, expanding her acting career into film.
2008: Guest Role in Wallander
In 2008, Rebecca Ferguson had a guest role in Wallander, adding to her experience in Swedish television.
2011: Spotted by Richard Hobert
In 2011, Swedish director Richard Hobert spotted Rebecca Ferguson at the Simrishamn town market, leading to her starring role in his film A One-way Trip to Antibes.
August 2012: Casting in The White Queen Announced
In August 2012, it was announced that Rebecca Ferguson had been cast as Elizabeth Woodville in the BBC historical television drama The White Queen, based on Philippa Gregory's novels.
2013: Co-starred in Us
In 2013, Rebecca Ferguson co-starred in the film Us alongside Gustaf Skarsgård, continuing her work in Swedish cinema.
2013: International Prominence with The White Queen
In 2013, Rebecca Ferguson gained international prominence with her portrayal of Elizabeth Woodville in the British drama The White Queen, for which she received a Golden Globe nomination.
2013: Stars in The White Queen
In 2013, Rebecca Ferguson starred as Elizabeth Woodville in The White Queen, which earned her critical praise and a Golden Globe nomination.
2014: First Hollywood role in Hercules
In 2014, Rebecca Ferguson secured her first Hollywood role, appearing opposite Dwayne Johnson in the film Hercules.
2015: Appears in Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation
In 2015, Rebecca Ferguson appeared as MI6 agent Ilsa Faust in Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation alongside Tom Cruise, marking a significant role in American cinema.
2015: Gains Recognition in Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation
In 2015, Rebecca Ferguson gained wider recognition for her portrayal of MI6 agent Ilsa Faust in Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation, receiving critical acclaim for her performance.
2016: Supporting roles in Florence Foster Jenkins and The Girl on the Train
In 2016, Rebecca Ferguson had supporting roles in the comedy-drama Florence Foster Jenkins and the thriller The Girl on the Train, further diversifying her filmography.
2016: Dual Roles in Despite the Falling Snow and roles in Florence Foster Jenkins and The Girl on the Train
In 2016, Rebecca Ferguson played dual roles in Despite the Falling Snow, winning Best Actress at the Prague Independent Film Festival. She also appeared in Florence Foster Jenkins and The Girl on the Train, marking a busy year for her career.
2017: Roles in The Greatest Showman and Life
In 2017, Rebecca Ferguson played Jenny Lind in the musical film The Greatest Showman and co-starred in the horror film Life, showcasing her versatility in different genres.
2017: Leads in Life, The Snowman, and The Greatest Showman
In 2017, Rebecca Ferguson played the female lead in Life, co-starred in The Snowman, and starred as Jenny Lind in The Greatest Showman, demonstrating her versatility in different film genres.
2018: Reprises Role in Mission: Impossible – Fallout
In 2018, Rebecca Ferguson reprised her role as Ilsa Faust in Mission: Impossible – Fallout, achieving her biggest commercial success with the film.
2018: Release of Mission: Impossible - Fallout
In 2018, Rebecca Ferguson reprised her role as Ilsa Faust in Mission: Impossible – Fallout, continuing her involvement in the successful film franchise.
2019: Appears in Doctor Sleep
In 2019, Rebecca Ferguson co-starred in the horror film Doctor Sleep, expanding her presence in the horror genre.
2019: Roles in Doctor Sleep, The Kid Who Would Be King, and Men in Black: International
In 2019, Rebecca Ferguson had major film roles, including Doctor Sleep, The Kid Who Would Be King, and Men in Black: International, marking a year with diverse roles in different film genres.
2021: Stars in Dune
In 2021, Rebecca Ferguson co-starred in the science fiction film Dune, adding a major science fiction role to her repertoire.
2021: Co-stars in Reminiscence
In 2021, Rebecca Ferguson co-starred in the science fiction thriller Reminiscence, adding another science fiction role to her filmography.
2021: Cast as Lady Jessica in Dune
In 2021, Rebecca Ferguson was cast as Lady Jessica in Denis Villeneuve's film adaptation of Dune, marking her entry into a major science fiction franchise.
2023: Reprises Role in Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One
In 2023, Rebecca Ferguson reprised her role as Ilsa Faust in Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One, continuing her involvement in the Mission: Impossible franchise.
2024: Stars in Dune: Part Two
In 2024, Rebecca Ferguson continued her role as Lady Jessica in Dune: Part Two, furthering her involvement in the science fiction saga.
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