Holli Dempsey Biography: Height, Net Worth, Age, Instagram, Boyfriend, Ethnicity, TV Shows

Holli Cara-Rhian Dempsey, professionally known as Holli Dempsey, is an English actress, writer, and comedian recognized for her work across television, film, radio, and theatre.

She earned widespread recognition after portraying Emily Lacey in the Hulu period drama Harlots.

Her career also features notable performances in Derek, The Aliens, Breathless, After Life, Black Mirror, The Marlow Murder Club, and numerous British comedy productions, showcasing her versatility as a performer.

Holli Dempsey
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Holli Cara-Rhian Dempsey
Stage Name:	Holli Dempsey
Born:	May 11, 1990 (age 36 years old)
Place of Birth:	Newham, London, England, United Kingdom
Nationality:	British
Ethnicity:	White
Height:	5 ft 3 in (160 cm)
Religion:	Christianity
Parents:	Mr. and Mrs. Dempsey
Siblings:	Marcus Dempsey
Occupation:	Actress, Writer, Comedian
Net Worth:	$2 million USD

Early Life and Education

Holli Dempsey was born on May 11, 1990, in Newham, London, England. She spent her childhood under the care of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Dempsey, whose first names have not been publicly disclosed. She grew up alongside her brother, Marcus Dempsey.

She belongs to the White ethnicity and follows Christianity.

Her interest in acting began during a school production of Little Shop of Horrors, after which she trained in the Joan Littlewood improvisation style as part of the junior company at Theatre Royal Stratford East, laying the foundation for her professional acting career.

Career

Holli Dempsey launched her screen career in 2010 before steadily building a reputation across British television.

Early appearances in Doctor Who, The Bill, Holby City, The Ice Cream Girls, and Breathless demonstrated her versatility.

She later became widely recognized for portraying Vicky in Ricky Gervais‘ comedy Derek, followed by memorable roles in The Aliens, Black Mirror, Call the Midwife, and Dad’s Army.

Her international breakthrough arrived after starring as Emily Lacey in Harlots from 2017 to 2019.

She continued expanding her career through projects including After Life, Ghosts, The Emily Atack Show, Mrs Sidhu Investigates, Stags, and The Marlow Murder Club, where she plays DC Alice Hackett.

Alongside acting, she has also established herself as a writer, comedian, and voice actress in radio dramas and video games.

Social Media

• Instagram: @hollidempsey

Personal Life

Holli Dempsey, 36 years old, is single. There is no information about any current relationship, past publicly known relationship, marriage, or children.

She enjoys comedy writing, acting, travelling, reading, and theatre. Holli Dempsey‘s height is 5 feet 3 inches (160 cm).

Net Worth

Holli Dempsey has a net worth of $2 million USD. Her earnings come primarily from television acting, film appearances, voice acting, radio productions, writing, and comedy performances.

Long-running roles in Harlots, Derek, The Marlow Murder Club, together with appearances in major British television dramas and films, continue to contribute to her professional income.

Filmography

• The Bill (2010)
• Doctor Who (2011)
• Holby City (2011)
• The Ice Cream Girls (2013)
• Breathless (2013)
• Derek (2013–2014)
• New Worlds (2014)
• Aaaaaaaah! (2015)
• Call the Midwife (2015)
• The Aliens (2016)
• Dad’s Army (2016)
• Black Mirror (2016)
• Harlots (2017–2019)
• After Life (2020)
• Ghosts (2020)
• The Emily Atack Show (2020–2022)
• Agatha Raisin (2022)
• Mrs Sidhu Investigates (2023)
• Stags (2024)
• The Marlow Murder Club (2024–Present)
• Grace (2025)
• Lynley (2025)