Julie Walters Biography: Spouse, Age, Height, Net Worth, Movies & TV Shows, Parents

Julie Walters is a beloved British actress, comedian, and author whose talent has lit up screens and stages for over five decades.

Born in Birmingham, England, she’s a true national treasure, known for her heartfelt and versatile performances.

From her breakout role as Rita in Educating Rita to playing the warm-hearted Molly Weasley in the Harry Potter series, Julie’s work captures the spirit of hard-working Britain.

Profile

• Full Name: Julia Mary Walters
• Stage Name: Julie Walters
• Born: February 22, 1950
• Age: 75 years old
• Birthplace: Edgbaston, Birmingham, England
• Nationality: British
• Occupation: Actress, Comedian, Author
• Height: 5 feet 3 inches (1.6 m)
• Religion: Christianity
• Parents: Mary Bridget O’Brien, Thomas Walters
• Siblings: Tom Walters, Kevin Walters
• Spouse: Grant Roffey (M. 1997)
• Children: Maisie Mae Roffey
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $2 million

Early Life & Education

Julie Walters was born on February 22, 1950, at St Chad’s Hospital in Edgbaston, Birmingham, England.

She grew up in a working-class family, the youngest of five children, though only she and her two brothers, Tom and Kevin, survived childhood.

Her mother, Mary Bridget O’Brien, was an Irish Catholic postal clerk from County Mayo, and her father, Thomas Walters, was an English builder and decorator. Raised in a Christian home, Julie is of English and Irish descent.

Julie went to St Paul’s School for Girls in Edgbaston for her early education. Later, she attended Holly Lodge Grammar School for Girls in Smethwick, but she was asked to leave in her lower sixth due to her playful behavior. At 18, she trained as a nurse at Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham, working there for a year.

Career

Julie Walters began acting in the 1970s with the Everyman Theatre Company in Liverpool, performing in regional theater and cabaret.

She first gained fame working with Victoria Wood in the 1978 revue In At The Death and their TV series Wood and Walters (1981).

Her big break came playing Rita in the 1980 stage play Educating Rita, which she reprised in the 1983 film, earning an Oscar nomination and a BAFTA.

She became a household name with roles in films like Personal Services (1987), Buster (1988), and Stepping Out (1991).

Julie’s role as Molly Weasley in seven Harry Potter films (2001–2011) won hearts worldwide, and she shone as Rosie in Mamma Mia! (2008) and its 2018 sequel.

On TV, she starred in shows like Victoria Wood: As Seen on TV (1985–1987) and Dinnerladies (1998–2000), and played real-life figures like Mo Mowlam in Mo (2010).

Her stage work, including All My Sons (2001), earned her a Laurence Olivier Award. Julie’s ability to play both funny and serious roles makes her a true British icon.

Social Media

She does not have a Social Media account.

Personal Life

Julie Walters, 75, lives a quiet life with her husband, Grant Roffey, whom she married in 1997 after 12 years together.

They met in 1985 when Grant, a former AA patrolman, fixed her car, starting a whirlwind romance. The couple has a daughter, Maisie Mae Roffey, born in 1988.

Maisie battled leukemia at age two but recovered, inspiring Julie to write her book Baby Talk (1990). Julie and Grant own a 70-acre organic farm in Sussex, where they enjoy a peaceful life.

Standing at 5 feet 3 inches (1.6 m), Julie stays active and loves her home in the British countryside. In 2018, she faced stage-3 bowel cancer but entered remission after treatment, sharing her story in 2020 to raise awareness.

Net Worth

Julie Walters’ net worth is estimated at around $2 million.

Her wealth stems from her extensive career in film, television, and theater, marked by significant roles in films such as Harry Potter, Mamma Mia!, and Billy Elliot.

She also earns from her autobiography, That’s Another Story (2008), and other writing.