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Actor
Occupations
Film actor, Stage actor
Birthday
(Tuesday)
Birthplace
Chelmsford, Essex, England
Nationality
Citizenship
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Education
Webber Douglas Academy of Dramatic Art
Chinese Zodiac
兔 Rabbit
Name Origin
English < Latin
Popularity
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Amanda Root is known for acting.
Born in Chelmsford, Essex, England (age 63).
Recipient of the Theatre World Special Award.
Amanda Root has 7 credits in our database.
Studied at Array.
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Filmography (7)
AWARDS (1)
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Theatre World Special Award
2009
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Biography
Amanda Root (born 1963 in Chelmsford, Essex) is an English stage and screen actor and a former voice actor for children's programmes.
Ms Root is possibly best known for her starring role in the 1995 BBC film adaptation of Jane Austen's Persuasion and the British TV comedy All About Me, as Miranda, alongside Richard Lumsden in 2004 and when she was a voice actor, best known for voicing Sophie in BFG.
She trained for the stage at Webber Douglas Academy of Dramatic Art.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Amanda Root?
Amanda Root is 63 years old, born on .
Where was Amanda Root born?
Amanda Root was born in Chelmsford, Essex, England.
What movies or shows has Amanda Root been in?
Amanda Root has 7 credits in our database. Notable titles include Their Finest (2017), The Black Prince (2017), Mrs McGinty’s Dead (2008), The Forsyte Saga (2002), Daniel Deronda (2002).
What is Amanda Root known for?
Amanda Root is primarily known as an actor. Amanda Root (born 1963 in Chelmsford, Essex) is an English stage and screen actor and a former voice actor for children's programmes. Ms Root is…
Where can I find more information about Amanda Root?
You can find more about Amanda Root on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
