Lucy Gordon Biography: Movies, Height, Age, Death, Net Worth, Awards, Husband

Lucy Imogen Gordon, professionally known as Lucy Gordon, was a talented English actress and model.

She first gained international recognition as a CoverGirl model before transitioning into acting.

She was best known for her roles in Spider-Man 3, The Four Feathers, Serendipity, Russian Dolls, and Gainsbourg: A Heroic Life, in which she portrayed Jane Birkin.

Lucy Gordon
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Real Name:	Lucy Imogen Gordon
Stage Name:	Lucy Gordon
Born:	May 22, 1980
Died:	May 20, 2009 (age 28 years old)
Place of Birth:	Oxford, Oxfordshire, England, United Kingdom
Nationality:	British
Ethnicity:	White British
Height:	5 feet 7¾ inches (172 cm)
Religion:	Christianity
Parents:	Richard Gordon, Susan Gordon
Siblings:	Katie Gordon
Occupation:	Actress, Model
Net Worth:	$1 million

Early Life And Education

Lucy Gordon was born on May 22, 1980, in Oxford, Oxfordshire, England.

She was the daughter of Richard Gordon, a teacher, and Susan Gordon, a nurse. She was of White British ethnicity, and her religion was Christianity.

She grew up with one younger sister, Katie Gordon. Lucy attended Oxford High School, where she completed nine GCSEs.

While still a student, she was discovered by a modelling scout, an opportunity that led to a successful modelling career before she moved into acting. She later lived in New York City before settling in Paris, France.

Career

Lucy Gordon began her career as a fashion model after becoming one of the faces of CoverGirl in 1997.

She also appeared in campaigns for leading fashion brands and on the covers of magazines including Elle and Glamour.

Her transition into acting came in 2001 with roles in Perfume and the romantic comedy Serendipity, where she demonstrated her potential as a screen performer.

She continued to build her acting career with appearances in The Four Feathers, Russian Dolls, and Spider-Man 3, portraying reporter Jennifer Dugan.

Her final and most acclaimed performance came as Jane Birkin in Gainsbourg: A Heroic Life, a biographical film about French musician Serge Gainsbourg.

Although the film was released after her death, her portrayal received praise from critics and remains one of her most memorable performances.

Awards And Nominations

• Became an international CoverGirl model in 1997.
• Portrayed Jane Birkin in Gainsbourg: A Heroic Life.
• Appeared in the blockbuster film Spider-Man 3.
• Earned recognition for performances in The Four Feathers, Russian Dolls, and Serendipity.

Personal Life

Lucy Gordon remained single and had no children.

She was in a relationship with French cinematographer Jérôme Alméras, with whom she shared a home in Paris during the final years of her life. Outside her acting career, she enjoyed fashion, travelling, photography, and spending time with family and close friends.

She divided her time between England, New York, and France as her modelling and acting career developed internationally.

Lucy passed away in Paris, France, on May 20, 2009, two days before her 29th birthday. Her death was ruled a suicide. She stood 5 feet 7¾ inches (172 cm) tall.

Net Worth

Lucy Gordon had a net worth of $1 million USD.

Her income came from acting, fashion modelling, commercial endorsements, magazine campaigns, and film appearances.

Although her career was cut short, she established herself as a respected actress and international fashion model through her work in British, American, and French productions.

Filmography

Films

• Perfume (2001)
• Serendipity (2001)
• The Four Feathers (2002)
• Russian Dolls (2005)
• Spider-Man 3 (2007)
• Serial (2007)
• The Last International Playboy (2008)
• Brief Interviews with Hideous Men (2009)
• Cinéman (2009)
• Gainsbourg: A Heroic Life (2010)

Television

• Stella (2005)

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