Jodhi May Biography: Husband, Age, Height, Net Worth, Parents, Movies & TV Shows, Partner

Jodhi Tania May also known as Jodhi May is an English actress, writer, and director best known for her performances in A World Apart, The Last of the Mohicans, Sister My Sister, The Other Boleyn Girl, The Witcher, and Gentleman Jack.

She became the youngest recipient of the Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actress at the age of 12 for her debut film A World Apart (1988), making her one of Britain’s most acclaimed actresses.

Jodhi May
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Jodhi Tania May
Stage Name:	Jodhi May
Born:	May 8, 1975 (age 51 years old)
Place of Birth:	Camden Town, London, England
Nationality:	British
Ethnicity:	German, French, and Turkish descent
Height:	5 feet 8 inches (173 cm)
Parents:	Mr. Edwards and Jocelyn Hakim
Occupation:	Actress, Writer, Director
Net Worth:	$3 million

Early Life and Education

Jodhi May was born on May 8, 1975, in Camden Town, London, England. She is of German ancestry through her father and French-Turkish heritage through her mother. She is the daughter of Mr. Edwards and Jocelyn Hakim, an art teacher. She is the only child of her parents.

Jodhi May attended Camden School for Girls before studying English Literature at Wadham College, University of Oxford, where she graduated with a master’s degree. She began acting professionally at just 12 years old, balancing her education with an already successful acting career. Her religious beliefs have not been publicly disclosed.

Career

Jodhi May launched her acting career with A World Apart (1988), earning the Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actress, which she shared with Barbara Hershey and Linda Mvusi. The achievement made her the youngest actress ever to receive the prestigious honor.

She quickly established herself as one of Britain’s finest young performers through acclaimed roles in The Last of the Mohicans, Sister My Sister, The Gambler, The House of Mirth, and Aristocrats.

Throughout her career, May has built an impressive body of work across film, television, and theatre. She portrayed Anne Boleyn in The Other Boleyn Girl, Queen Calanthe in Netflix’s The Witcher, Vera Buckley in Gentleman Jack, and Maggy the Frog in Game of Thrones.

Other notable projects include A Quiet Passion, Genius, The Silent Twins, The Invisible Thread, and The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping. In addition to acting, she has written and directed projects for television and stage, earning praise for her versatility and thoughtful performances.

Awards and Nominations

• Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actress – A World Apart (Winner).
• Evening Standard British Film Award – Most Promising Newcomer (Winner).
• Valladolid International Film Festival Award – Best Actress (Winner).
• Silver Dolphin Award – Best Actress for The Gambler (Winner).
• Received critical acclaim for The Last of the Mohicans, The Witcher, Gentleman Jack, and A Quiet Passion

Social Media

• Jodhi May does not have social media accounts.

Personal Life

Jodhi May, 51 years old, is currently single. She has no children. There is no verified public information about any past relationships, marriage, or engagements, as she has consistently kept her private life away from media attention.

She stands 5 feet 8 inches (173 cm) tall. Outside of acting, May enjoys reading, travelling, photography, visiting art galleries, and writing. She is also known for her love of literature and independent cinema.

Net Worth

Jodhi May has a net worth of approximately $3 million USD. Her income comes from acting in film, television, theatre, writing, directing, and other entertainment ventures.

Her successful career spanning more than three decades, including acclaimed performances in A World Apart, The Last of the Mohicans, The Witcher, and Gentleman Jack, has contributed significantly to her financial success.

Filmography

Film

• A World Apart (1988)
• The Last of the Mohicans (1992)
• Sister My Sister (1994)
• The Gambler (1997)
• The House of Mirth (2000)
• The Other Boleyn Girl (2003)
• Flashbacks of a Fool (2008)
• I, Anna (2012)
• A Quiet Passion (2016)
• The Silent Twins (2022)
• The Invisible Thread (2022)
• The Severed Sun (2024)
• The Odyssey (2026)
• The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping (2026)

Television

• The Gift (1990)
• Aristocrats (1999)
• The Turn of the Screw (1999)
• Tipping the Velvet (2002)
• The Other Boleyn Girl (2003)
• The Amazing Mrs Pritchard (2006)
• The Jury II (2011)
• A.D. The Bible Continues (2015)
• Genius (2017)
• Moving On (2018)
• Gentleman Jack (2019)
• The Witcher (2019)
• The Warrior Queen of Jhansi (2019)

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