Aisling Loftus Biography: Ethnicity, Parents, Net Worth, Awards, Age, Movies, Boyfriend

Aisling Sinead Katie Loftus, professionally known as Aisling Loftus, is an actress who gained widespread recognition for her portrayal of Agnes Towler in the acclaimed ITV period drama Mr Selfridge.

She further strengthened her reputation through notable performances as Sonya Rostova in the BBC adaptation of War & Peace and as Sophie Wilson and Susanna Norman in the fantasy drama A Discovery of Witches.

Beyond television, her career spans feature films, acclaimed theatre productions, and a wide range of British and international dramas.

Aisling Loftus
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Aisling Sinead Katie Loftus
Stage Name:	Aisling Loftus
Born:	September 1, 1990 (age 35 years old)
Place of Birth:	Nottingham, England, United Kingdom
State Of Origin:	Nottinghamshire
Nationality:	British
Ethnicity:	Irish-English
Height:	5 feet 6 inches
Religion:	Quakerism
Parents:	Paddy Loftus, Eileen Loftus
Siblings:	Aoife Loftus
Spouse:	Jacob Anderson
Relationship:	Married
Children:	Two children
Occupation:	Actress
Net Worth:	$2.5 million

Early Life and Education

Aisling Loftus was born on September 1, 1990, and turned 36 years old in 2026. She was raised in Nottingham, England, by her Irish parents, Paddy Loftus and Eileen Loftus, whose roots trace back to Dublin and County Tipperary.

Growing up alongside her sister, Aoife Loftus, she was surrounded by strong Irish traditions and was brought up in the Quaker faith.

She attended St. Edmund Campion Catholic Primary School before continuing her education at The Becket School, where she studied English literature, drama, and history.

At the age of nine, she joined the Television Workshop in Nottingham, an experience that laid the foundation for her acting career. Her early professional opportunities eventually led her to pursue acting full-time rather than attend drama school.

Personal Life

Aisling Loftus has been married to actor and musician Jacob Anderson since December 2018. The couple began dating in 2011 and have built a private family life away from the spotlight.

They are parents of two children, although they have chosen not to reveal their children’s names or other personal details publicly. Aisling prefers to keep her family life separate from her acting career and rarely discusses it in interviews.

Career

Aisling Loftus began acting as a child, making one of her earliest television appearances in Peak Practice before securing roles in productions including Casualty, Doctors, and Shane Meadows’ acclaimed film This Is England. Her early performances earned industry recognition, including being named one of Screen International’s Stars of Tomorrow.

Her breakthrough came when she was cast as Agnes Towler in Mr Selfridge, a role she portrayed from 2013 to 2015. The success of the series opened the door to larger productions, including her portrayal of Sonya Rostova in the BBC adaptation of War & Peace.

She continued to expand her career, taking on dual roles as Sophie Wilson and Susanna Norman in A Discovery of Witches. She later appeared in the science-fiction drama The Midwich Cuckoos. Alongside her television work, she has appeared in films such as Pride and Prejudice and Zombies, Property of the State, and Homebound.

She has earned praise for her stage performances with the National Theatre, including her role as Queenie in Small Island.

Awards

• Irish Film and Television Academy Award nomination for Best Lead Actress in a Film (2017)

Net Worth

Aisling Loftus has an estimated net worth of $2.5 million.

She has built her wealth through a successful acting career spanning television, film, and theatre, with leading roles in several acclaimed British productions.

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Filmography

• This Is England (2006)
• The Fattest Man in Britain (2009)
• Oranges and Sunshine (2010)
• Death of a Superhero (2011)
• The Borrowers (2011)
• Pride and Prejudice and Zombies (2016)
• Property of the State (2016)
• Salty (2017)
• Homebound (2021)