Nell Hudson Biography: Husband, Books, Movies, Net Worth, Awards, Age

Ellen Rose O. Hudson, professionally known as Nell Hudson, is an English actress, author, and musician celebrated for her performances in television and film.

She gained international recognition after portraying Laoghaire MacKenzie in Outlander and Nancy Skerrett in Victoria. Alongside acting, she has built a career as a novelist and singer-songwriter, expanding her creative work across several artistic fields.

Early Life and Education

Nell Hudson was born on November 19, 1990, in Worcester, Worcestershire, England.

She spent her childhood under the guidance of her parents, Charles Hudson and Cressida Connolly, growing up on the Wyke Manor Estate near Pershore. Her ethnicity is White British, and her religion is Christianity.

Nell Hudson was raised alongside her older sister, Violet Hudson, and another sibling Gabriel Charles More Hudson.

She later trained at the Oxford School of Drama, appearing in stage productions including The Crucible and Closer before graduating with a degree in acting.

Career

Nell Hudson entered the entertainment industry in 2012 after making her television debut in Holby City.

Early appearances in short films and guest television roles helped establish her acting career before securing her breakthrough role as Laoghaire MacKenzie in Starz’s historical fantasy drama Outlander.

Her compelling performance introduced her to international audiences and became one of the most recognizable characters in the series.

Her professional journey continued in acclaimed productions including Call the Midwife, Crossing Lines, Agatha Raisin, Informer, and ITV’s historical drama Victoria, where she portrayed Nancy Skerrett across multiple seasons.

Nell Hudson later expanded into feature films, appearing in Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Haunting of the Queen Mary, and Salvable.

Beyond acting, she performs as a singer-songwriter, plays the piano and ukulele, and published her debut novel, Just For Today, demonstrating her versatility across entertainment and literature.

Awards and Nominations

• Satellite Award – Best Television Ensemble (Outlander) – Winner (2017)

Social Media

• Instagram: @nell.hudson

Personal Life

Nell Hudson, 35 years old, is married to producer Maximillian "Max” King after their wedding in July 2025.

The couple became engaged in 2024 and welcomed their first child, a daughter, in 2025. Before her marriage, there were no widely documented public relationships.

Nell Hudson enjoys writing novels, songwriting, playing the piano and ukulele, and follows a vegan lifestyle. Nell Hudson stands at 5 feet 4 inches (163 cm).

Net Worth

Nell Hudson has accumulated a net worth of $3 million USD.

Her earnings are generated from television dramas, feature films, streaming productions, book sales, publishing royalties, music performances, and public appearances.

Additional income comes from her work as an author and musician, alongside acting roles in successful productions including Outlander, Victoria, Texas Chainsaw Massacre, and The Doll Factory, which have strengthened her financial position.

Filmography

Films

• Arrivals (2016)
• Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2022)
• Haunting of the Queen Mary (2023)
• Salvable (2025)

Television

• Holby City (2012)
• Outlander (2014–2018, 2024)
• Call the Midwife (2015)
• Crossing Lines (2015)
• Agatha Raisin (2016)
• Victoria (2016–2019)
• Informer (2018)
• Death in Paradise (2020)
• The Irregulars (2021)
• Toast of Tinseltown (2022)
• The Doll Factory (2023)