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Daisy Ridley: Movies, Boyfriend, Net Worth & More

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Daisy Ridley: Movies, Boyfriend, Net Worth & More

Daisy Ridley: Movies, Boyfriend, Net Worth & MoreList of Daisy Ridley’s Movies and TV Shows

Year Title 2013 Lifesaver Blue Season Sarah 100% BEEF Girl Crossed Wires Her 2014 Under The Quiet Ones Jane Harper / Evey Dwyer 2015 Scrawl Star Wars: The Force Awakens Rey 2016 Only Yesterday The Eagle Huntress Narrator 2017 Murder on the Orient Express Star Wars: The Last Jedi Rey 2018 Ophelia Peter Rabbit Cottontail Rabbit 2019 Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker 2020 Asteroid Hunters 2021 Chaos Walking 2022 The Bubble 2023 Sometimes I Think About Dying The Inventor Marguerite The Marsh King's Daughter Helena Pelletier 2024 Magpie Young Woman and the Sea Gertrude Ederle We Bury the Dead Ava Newman 2025 Cleaner † Trivia

  • Before her big break, Daisy worked as a bartender in London and even dressed up as an elf at a shopping mall during Christmas.
  • She appeared in the music video for Wiley's song "Lights On," playing the role of an aspiring DJ's girlfriend.
  • Daisy has several tattoos, including three stars on her left foot, a peace sign behind her right ear, and an alchemical symbol on her right hip.
  • She has openly discussed her struggles with anxiety and has taken a break from social media to focus on her mental health.
  • While filming "The Last Jedi," Daisy mastered a lightsaber fight scene in just 90 minutes, impressing the fight coordinator.
  • Daisy is a big fan of "RuPaul's Drag Race" and once dressed up as contestant Trinity K. Bonet for Halloween.
  • She voiced an English version of the Japanese classic "Only Yesterday," produced by Studio Ghibli.
  • Daisy visited the Great Ormond Street Children's Hospital dressed as Rey, bringing joy to young patients.
  • She was diagnosed with endometriosis and polycystic ovary syndrome at 15, which required multiple surgeries.
  • Daisy found out she got the role of Rey in "Star Wars" while at a theater with a friend. She received an email and a voicemail from J.J. Abrams during the play.

FAQs

When Did Tom Bateman and Daisy Ridley Get Married? 

Daisy Ridley and Tom Bateman got married in late 2022. They had been dating since 2017 after meeting on the set of "Murder on the Orient Express." The couple confirmed their marriage in a 2023 interview with Rolling Stone.

What has Happened to Daisy Ridley? Daisy 

Ridley has been busy with various projects since her Star Wars days. She starred in the romantic dramedy "Sometimes I Think About Dying" and wrapped filming on the Disney+ biographical film "Young Woman and the Sea." She's also expressed openness to reprising her Rey role in future Star Wars films.

What Made Daisy Ridley Famous? 

Daisy Ridley gained fame for her role as Rey in the Star Wars sequel trilogy, starting with "The Force Awakens" in 2015. Her portrayal of the strong, determined heroine resonated with audiences worldwide, propelling her to international stardom.

How Old was Daisy Ridley in Star Wars? 

Daisy Ridley was born on April 10, 1992, which made her 23 years old when she filmed "The Force Awakens" in 2015.

Did Daisy Ridley Leave Star Wars? 

Yes, Daisy Ridley left the Star Wars franchise after the release of "The Rise of Skywalker" in 2019. While she has expressed interest in returning, there hasn't been any official announcement about her reprising the role of Rey.

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