Anya Taylor-Joy Biography: Husband, Awards, Movies, Ethnicity, Net Worth, Religion, Height, Parents

Anya-Josephine Marie Taylor-Joy, commonly known as Anya Taylor-Joy, is a British-Argentine-American actress acclaimed for her striking screen presence and versatile performances across horror, drama, and period pieces.

She first gained international attention with her breakout role as Thomasin in the horror film The Witch (2015), followed by standout parts in Split (2016), The Queen’s Gambit (2020) as chess prodigy Beth Harmon—which earned her a Golden Globe—and Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga (2024) as the titular warrior.

Her work often features intense, layered characters, and she has become one of the most sought-after talents in contemporary cinema, with upcoming projects including The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (2026) voicing Princess Peach again and Dune: Part Three (2026) in a larger role as Alia Atreides.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Anya-Josephine Marie Taylor-Joy
• Stage Name: Anya Taylor-Joy
• Born: 16 April 1996
• Age: 29 years old
• Birthplace: Miami, Florida, United States
• Nationality: American, Argentine, British
• Occupation: Actress
• Height: 1.73 m
• Parents: Dennis Alan Taylor, Jennifer Marina Joy
• Siblings: 4
• Spouse: Malcolm McRae (m. 2022)
• Children: None
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $12 million

Early Life and Education

Anya-Josephine Marie Taylor-Joy was born on April 16, 1996, in Miami, Florida, to her parents Dennis Alan Taylor, a former banker and powerboat racer, and Jennifer Marina Joy, a psychologist.

She spent her early childhood in Buenos Aires, Argentina, attending Northlands School until age six, before the family relocated to London, where she later attended Hill House International Junior School and Queen’s Gate School.

She is the youngest of six siblings, with four from her father’s prior marriage, though their names are not publicly known.

She left formal schooling at 16 to pursue acting and modeling. Her ethnicity is of mixed Scottish, Argentine, English, Spanish, and her religion is unknown.

Career

Anya Taylor-Joy began her career as a model after being scouted at age 16, appearing in fashion campaigns and music videos before transitioning to acting with minor television roles in shows like Atlantis (2015) and Endeavour.

Her film debut came with The Witch (2015), directed by Robert Eggers, where her haunting performance as a Puritan teenager earned critical praise, festival awards like the Empire Award for Best Newcomer, and marked her as a rising talent in horror and indie cinema.

She built momentum with roles in M. Night Shyamalan‘s Split (2016) as Casey Cooke, Thoroughbreds (2017), and Glass (2019), showcasing her ability to handle psychological intensity.

Her portrayal of chess prodigy Beth Harmon in The Queen’s Gambit (2020) brought global fame, a Golden Globe for Best Actress in a Limited Series, and Emmy nomination, elevating her to leading roles in prestige projects like Emma (2020) and Last Night in Soho (2021).

Anya Taylor-Joy has established herself as a major force in blockbuster and auteur-driven films, with standout work in Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga (2024) and voice roles like Princess Peach in The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023).

Her upcoming appearances in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (2026) and Dune: Part Three (2026) highlight her continued draw in high-profile franchises, cementing her reputation for bold choices and magnetic on-screen energy.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @anyataylorjoy
• Facebook Handle: Unknown
• Twitter Handle: Unknown

Personal Life

Anya Taylor-Joy married musician Malcolm McRae in April 2022 after dating since 2021, and the couple keeps their relationship relatively private while supporting each other’s creative work.

She has no children and maintains a low-key personal life focused on her career, and family ties across continents.

Filmography

• The Witch (2015) – Thomasin
• Split (2016) – Casey Cooke
• Thoroughbreds (2017) – Lily Reynolds
• Glass (2019) – Casey Cooke
• Emma (2020) – Emma Woodhouse
• The Queen’s Gambit (2020) – Beth Harmon (miniseries)
• Last Night in Soho (2021) – Sandie
• The Menu (2022) – Margot
• Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga (2024) – Furiosa
• The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023) – Princess Peach (voice)
• The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (2026) – Princess Peach (voice)
• Dune: Part Three (2026) – Alia Atreides

Net Worth

Anya Taylor-Joy has an estimated net worth of $12 million.

Her primary sources of income include high-profile acting salaries from major films and series like The Queen’s Gambit, Furiosa, and upcoming blockbusters, along with residuals, endorsement deals with luxury brands, and modeling work early in her career.