Angela Lonsdale Biography: Age, Net Worth, Ex-Husband, Kids, Height, Parents, Movies & TV Shows

Angela Smith, better known as Angela Lonsdale, is an English actress best known for her work in British television, particularly her role as Emma Watts in the long-running soap opera Coronation Street.

With a career spanning over three decades, she has built a solid reputation through appearances in popular series like Emmerdale, Wolfblood, Doctors, and adaptations such as Catherine Cookson’s The Moth and Joe Maddison’s War.

Angela Lonsdale
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Real Name:	Angela Smith
Stage Name:	Angela Lonsdale
Born:	13 October 1967 (age 58 years old)

Early Life and Education

Angela Lonsdale came into the world on 13 October 1967 in Penrith, Cumbria. Born to parents referred to as Mr. and Mrs. Smith, her father, is a policeman.

Siblings are not publicly detailed. Lonsdale trained at the Brewery Youth Theatre at the Brewery Arts Centre in Kendal before attending the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland (formerly RSAMD). She is British and her religion is not publicly disclosed.

Career

Angela Lonsdale began her professional acting journey in the early 1990s after honing her craft through youth theatre and formal training. She gained early recognition with roles in television dramas and quickly moved into prominent soap opera work, most notably joining Coronation Street as Emma Watts.

Her convincing portrayals of everyday yet compelling characters helped her stand out in the competitive British TV landscape. Over the years, she has taken on guest and recurring parts in respected series, demonstrating range from period pieces to contemporary dramas.

She has continued working steadily with appearances in shows like Emmerdale (as DS Reid), Wolfblood, Doctors, Vera, Father Brown, and Casualty, alongside one-off dramas and adaptations.

Lonsdale’s consistent presence on screen reflects a career built on reliability and depth rather than fleeting fame. Her contributions to British television have earned her a loyal following among viewers who appreciate authentic, grounded performances.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @realangelalonsdale

Personal Life

Angela Lonsdale, 58 years old and 1.57 m tall, was married to actor Perry Fenwick from 2005 until their separation in 2010. The couple share three children: Lucy Fenwick, Jayden Fenwick, and Isabella May Fenwick.

She has kept much of her family life private following the split while focusing on balancing her acting commitments with motherhood.

Net Worth

Angela Lonsdale has an estimated net worth of around $1 million. Earnings come primarily from her extensive soap opera and drama roles, guest appearances, and long-term contributions to UK television productions.

Filmography

• Catherine Cookson’s The Moth
• Joe Maddison’s War (2010)
• Coronation Street (as Emma Watts)
• Emmerdale (as DS Reid)
• Wolfblood
• Doctors
• Finney (1994)

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