History of Sophie Winkleman in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: November 16, 2025

Sophie Winkleman, known as Lady Frederick Windsor, is a British actress and a member of the British Royal Family through her marriage to Lord Frederick Windsor. She is known for her acting career and her connection to the royal family.

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August 1980: Sophie Winkleman's Birth

In August 1980, Sophie Lara Winkleman was born. She is now styled as Lady Frederick Windsor and is a British actress.

August 1980: Sophie Winkleman's Birth and Family Background

On 5 August 1980, Sophie Lara Winkleman was born in Primrose Hill, London, to Barry Winkleman, publisher of the Times Atlas of World History, and Cindy Black, a children's author. Claudia Winkleman is her half-sister.

1997: Joined the National Youth Theatre

In 1997, Sophie Winkleman joined the National Youth Theatre of Great Britain.

September 2009: Marriage to Lord Frederick Windsor

On 12 September 2009, Sophie Winkleman married Lord Frederick Windsor at Hampton Court Palace, becoming entitled to be styled as Lady Frederick Windsor.

2012: Acted in 'What About Dick'

In 2012, Sophie Winkleman played Helena in Eric Idle's musical "What About Dick" at the Orpheum Theatre in downtown Los Angeles.

August 2013: Birth of first daughter

On 15 August 2013, Sophie Winkleman and Lord Frederick Windsor's first daughter was born at the Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles.

2016: Birth of second daughter

In 2016, Sophie Winkleman and Lord Frederick Windsor's second daughter was born at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital.

November 2017: Car Accident and Injuries

In November 2017, Sophie Winkleman was seriously injured in a head-on car crash, suffering a broken back and foot.

June 2020: Became Royal Patron of the Children's Surgery Foundation

In June 2020, Sophie Winkleman became the royal patron of the Children's Surgery Foundation.

June 2022: Presented BBC Radio 4 Appeal

In June 2022, Sophie Winkleman presented the BBC Radio 4 Appeal on behalf of School-Home Support.

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February 2025: Spoke at Alliance for Responsible Citizenship conference

In February 2025, Sophie Winkleman spoke at a conference for the Alliance for Responsible Citizenship, alongside figures including Jordan Peterson, Nigel Farage and Peter Thiel.