Jenny Agutter Biography: Religion, Height, Awards, Net Worth, Husband, Ethnicity, Age

Jennifer Ann Agutter, known professionally as Jenny Agutter, is a distinguished British actress known for her graceful performances from childhood roles to acclaimed adult characters.

She captivated audiences as Roberta in The Railway Children, Jessica 6 in Logan’s Run, and Alex Price in An American Werewolf in London, later earning praise for her long-running role as Sister Julienne in Call the Midwife.

Her career blends film, television, and theater with a commitment to charity work.

Jenny Agutter
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Jennifer Ann Agutter
Stage Name:	Jenny Agutter
Born:	December 20, 1952 (age 73 years old)
Place of Birth:	Taunton, Somerset, England
Nationality:	British
Ethnicity:	Caucasian (with Irish ancestry on mother's side)
Height:	170 cm (5'7")
Religion:	Christianity (raised Roman Catholic)
Parents:	Derek Brodie Agutter and Catherine Lynam Agutter
Siblings:	Multiple (including brothers and sisters; one brother died before her birth)
Spouse:	Johan Tham (deceased)
Relationship:	Widowed
Children:	Jonathan Tham
Occupation:	Actress
Net Worth:	$Estimated at several million USD

Early Life and Education

Jenny Agutter was born on December 20, 1952, in Taunton, Somerset, England, to parents Derek Brodie Agutter, an entertainments manager in the British Army, and Catherine Lynam Agutter.

The family traveled extensively due to her father’s military career, living in places such as Singapore, Cyprus, and Malaysia.

Her ethnicity is Caucasian with Irish ancestry on her mother’s side. She was raised Roman Catholic.

She attended Elmhurst Ballet School as a boarding student from ages eight to sixteen and briefly studied at Arts Educational School before focusing on acting.

Career

Jenny Agutter began as a child actress, debuting in East of Sudan (1964) and gaining fame as Roberta in The Railway Children (1970 film and earlier TV version). International success followed with Walkabout (1971), Logan’s Run (1976), Equus (1977), for which she won a BAFTA, and An American Werewolf in London (1981).

She balanced Hollywood and British work in films like The Eagle Has Landed, The Snow Goose, and Child’s Play 2. Since the 2010s, she has portrayed Sister Julienne in the popular series Call the Midwife.

Agutter has also narrated audiobooks and supported various charities, particularly those related to cystic fibrosis. Her elegant style and emotional depth have sustained a career spanning six decades.

Awards and Nominations

• BAFTA Award for Best Supporting Actress for Equus
• Emmy Award for The Snow Goose
• Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for services to charity
• Additional Emmy and theater recognitions

Personal Life

Jenny Agutter, 73 years old, was married to Swedish hotelier Johan Tham from August 1990 until his death in November 2025. The couple shared one son, Jonathan Tham, born on December 25, 1990, who became a physician.

She maintains a private life in Cornwall, England, with strong family ties and involvement in grandchildren from family connections. No other past relationships are widely documented. Her height is 170 cm.

Net Worth

Jenny Agutter‘s net worth is estimated at several million USD. Income derives from decades of film and television roles, including long-running series like Call the Midwife, theater work, voice narration, and residuals from classic performances.

Social Media

She does not have a social media account.

Filmography

• The Railway Children (1970)
• The Snow Goose (1971)
• Walkabout (1971)
• Logan’s Run (1976)
• Equus (1977)
• An American Werewolf in London (1981)
• Call the Midwife (as Sister Julienne)
• Numerous stage and television productions