Gayle Rankin Biography: Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Parents, Height, Ethnicity, Children, Husband, Films

Gayle Rankin is a proud Scottish actress whose talent has transcended oceans, bringing both Scotland and the USA to life with her dynamic performances.

Her work in films like The Greatest Showman and Her Smell, as well as TV shows like House of the Dragon and Perry Mason, showcases her versatility.

Profile

• Full Name: Gayle Rankin
• Stage Name: Gayle Rankin
• Born: August 11, 1989
• Age: 35 years old
• Birthplace: Paisley, Renfrewshire, Scotland, United Kingdom
• Nationality: British (Scottish)
• Occupation: Actress
• Height: 5’5” (1.70 m)
• Religion: Unknown
• Parents: Not publicly named
• Siblings: One
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth:$1 million to $1.5 million

Early Life & Education

Gayle Rankin was born on August 11, 1989, in Paisley, Renfrewshire, Scotland.

Raised in nearby Eaglesham and Kilmaurs, she grew up in a close-knit Scottish family with an older sister, though her parents’ names remain private.

Her ethnicity is White (Scottish), and her religion is not publicly disclosed, suggesting a private or non-religious stance.

Gayle attended Mearns Castle High School in East Renfrewshire, Scotland, where she excelled in sports such as soccer and handball, while nurturing her passion for performance.

She completed her sixth form at the Dance School of Scotland, part of Knightswood Secondary School, with a focus on musical theater.

She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Acting in 2011, describing the rigorous four-year program as life-changing.

Her Scottish education and American training at Juilliard equipped her with the skills to excel in theater, film, and television.

Career

Gayle Rankin began her career in 2012 with a guest role as Holly Schneider in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. That same year, she appeared in the film Warfield as Molly and the short It Goes Quiet as Joanie.

Her Broadway debut came in 2014 as Fräulein Kost in the revival of Cabaret, directed by Sam Mendes, alongside Alan Cumming.

She starred in Off-Broadway productions, including Tribes (2012) as Ruth, The Taming of the Shrew (2016) at the Delacorte Theatre, Hamlet (2017) as Ophelia opposite Oscar Isaac, The Mystery of Love & Sex with Diane Lane, and The Illusion by Tony Kushner.

Her film roles include Frank the Bastard (2013) as Mary, The Meyerowitz Stories (2017) as Pam, The Greatest Showman (2017) as Queen Victoria, Irreplaceable You (2018), In a Relationship (2018), Her Smell (2018) with Elisabeth Moss, Blow the Man Down (2019), The Climb (2019), Men (2022), and Bad Things (2023).

On television, she played Sheila the She-Wolf in GLOW (2017–2019), earning two SAG ensemble nominations, and Emily Dodson in Perry Mason (2020).

She joined House of the Dragon Season 2 as Alys Rivers in 2023 and led Kindred (FX) as Margaret Weylin.

In 2024, she returned to Broadway as Sally Bowles in Cabaret opposite Eddie Redmayne, earning a Tony Award nomination. Gayle’s work, from gritty roles to musical theater, celebrates her Scottish passion and American opportunities.

Awards & Nominations

• Nominated: Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical (Cabaret, 2024, 77th Tony Awards)
• Nominated: Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series (GLOW, 2018, 2019)
• Nominated: Gold Derby Award for Ensemble of the Year (GLOW, 2018)
• Won: Dewar Arts Award (2007, for Juilliard scholarship)
• Won: International Fellowship to study in Sydney, Australia (2007)

Social Media

She does not have a social media account.

Personal Life

Gayle Rankin, 35, keeps her personal life private, residing in New York City, where she is immersed in the vibrant theater scene.

She stands at 5’5” (1.70 m), with dark brown hair and blue eyes, bringing a magnetic presence to her roles. Her religion is not disclosed, reflecting her private nature.

Rumors suggest that she may be in a relationship with a filmmaker, but she hasn’t confirmed this, and no details about a spouse or children are publicly available.

Gayle trained with wrestler Chavo Guerrero Jr. for GLOW, showing her dedication to authentic performances.

Net Worth

Gayle Rankin’s net worth is estimated at $1 million to $1.5 million.

Her income comes from roles in GLOW, Perry Mason, House of the Dragon, films like The Greatest Showman, and Broadway productions like Cabaret.

Additional earnings from cameo appearances and residuals add to her wealth, reflecting her success as a Scottish talent in America.

Filmography

• Warfield (2012) – Molly
• Frank the Bastard (2013) – Mary
• It Goes Quiet (2013, short) – Joanie.
• The Meeting (short) – Supporting role
• Girl Wakes Up (short) – Supporting role.
• Buzzer (short) – Supporting role
• The Meyerowitz Stories (2017) – Pam
• The Greatest Showman (2017) – Queen Victoria
• Irreplaceable You (2018) – Supporting role
• In a Relationship (2018) – Supporting role
• Her Smell (2018) – Supporting role
• Blow the Man Down (2019) – Supporting role
• The Climb (2019) – Supporting role
• Men (2022) – Supporting role
• Bad Things (2023) – Supporting role
• Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (2012) – Holly Schneider (Episode: “Theatre Tricks”)
• My America (2012) – Herself
• The Missionary (2013, TV pilot) – Molly Elbridge
• GLOW (2017–2019) – Sheila the She-Wolf
• Perry Mason (2020) – Emily Dodson
• Collider Ladies Night (2020) – Guest
• Kindred (2022) – Margaret Weylin
• House of the Dragon (2023) – Alys Rivers
• Tribes (2012, Off-Broadway, Barrow Street Theatre) – Ruth
• Cabaret (2014, Broadway, Studio 54) – Fräulein Kost
• The Taming of the Shrew (2016, Off-Broadway, Delacorte Theatre) – Supporting role
• The Mystery of Love & Sex (Off-Broadway) – Supporting role
• The Illusion (Off-Broadway) – Supporting role
• Hamlet (2017, Off-Broadway, Public Theater) – Ophelia
• Cabaret (2024, Broadway) – Sally Bowles