Who is Gemma Jones? | Gemma Jones Biography and Wiki
Gemma Jones is a British actor who has appeared in a vast number of theatrical, television and film projects. Known for her character and supporting roles, Gemma is a gold medalist from the’ Royal Academy of Dramatic Art.’
She began her career with appearances in British TV series and films but emerged as a famous international actor after being cast in’ Sense and Sensibility.’ Sense and Sensibility is a film adaptation of Jane Austen’s popular novel of the same name.
Gemma Jones Age and Birthday
Gemma was born on December 4, 1942, in Marylebone, London, United Kingdom. She celebrates her birthday on December 4th every year. Jones will be 78 years old on Dec. 4th 2020.
Gemma Jones Height and Weight
Gemma is a woman of average stature. She stands at a height of 5 feet and 6 inches (1.68 meters). She also weighs 121.25 lbs (55 kgs).
Gemma Jones Education
Jones graduated from the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art where she also won a Gold Medal.
Gemma Jones Family
She’s a daughter of an English movie, stage, and TV actor Griffith Jones and his wife, Irene. Gemma’s younger brother, Nicholas Jones, is also a character actor for film and television.
Gemma Jones Husband
Gemma has been in a long term relationship but has never been married. She has a son from her long term relationship.
Gemma Jones Children
Jones has a son, Luke G. Jones, from her long term relationship.
Gemma Jones Measurements and Facts
Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Gemma Jones.
- Full Name: Jennifer Gemma Jones
- Age: 77 years (2019)
- Date of Birth: December 4, 1942
- Place of Birth: Marylebone, London
- Education: Royal Academy of Dramatic Art
- Birthday: December 4th
- Nationality: British
- Father’s Name: Griffith Jones
- Mother’s Name: Irene Jones
- Siblings: Nicholas Jones
- Spouse: Not Married
- Children: Luke G. Jones
- Height: 5 feet and 6 inches (1.68 meters)
- Weight: 121.25 lbs (55 kgs)
- Profession: Actress
- Known For: Midsomer Murders
- Net worth: $ 80 million
Gemma Jones Career
Much before Gemma made her first silver-screen appearance, she made her 1962 TV debut with two TV series. She was thus seen as a postmistress in’ ITV Play of the Week’ and as’ Brenda’ in’ No Hiding Place.’ Simultaneously, Gemma continued her stint with theatre, appearing in plays such as’ The Cherry Orchard’ 1965,’ Much Ado About Nothing,” Saint Joan’ 1966 and’ Howard’s End’ 1967. She essayed the role of renowned Italian operatic soprano Giuseppina Strepponi in the musical ‘ After Aida ‘ in the nineteenth century.
Gemma Jones Queen Elizabeth I in Kenilworth
Gemma had her first brief recurring role in the’ BBC’ series’ Rainbow City’ in 1967. She played Queen Elizabeth I in the’ BBC’ mini-series’ Kenilworth’ the same year and became a household name in the British TV circuit. She then starred in the four-part dramatization of the Henry James novel’ The Spoils of Poynton’ in 1970 ‘ BBC 2.’ Gemma’s first film was the British historical drama-horror’ The Devils‘ in 1971, in which she played’ Madeleine.’
By the mid-1970s, Gemma had gained recognition outside the UK for her performances in the’ BBC’ TV series’ Fall of Eagles’ as’ Princess Vicky’ and’ The Duchess of Duke Street’ as’ Louisa Trotter’. She was also part of two popular play-based’ BBC’ movies. She appeared as the protagonist,’ Portia,’ in’ The Venice Merchant’ 1980 and as’ Miss Prism’ in’ The Importance of Being Earnest’ 1986.
Gemma Jones Midsomer Murders
Gemma was also part of several detective and crime – based TV projects such as ‘ Inspector Morse ‘ 1987, ‘ Ruth Rendell Mysteries ‘ 1990, ‘ Wycliffe and the Cycle of Death ‘ 1993, ‘ Midsomer Murders ‘ 2002, ‘ Agatha Christie’s Poirot ‘ 2003 and ‘ Death in Paradise ‘ 2013.
Jones was approached for the role of ‘ Sarah / Anna ‘ in the 1981 British romantic drama ‘ The French Lieutenant’s Woman. ‘ But the role was finally bagged by Meryl Streep, who later won an ‘ Academy Award ‘ nomination for the ‘ Best Actress ‘ for her performance.
Gemma Jones Death in Paradise
Gemma was seen in her first Hollywood film in 1995. She was cast as’ Mrs.’ Dashwood in the’ Academy Award’-winning period film ‘ Sense and Sensitivity.’ In 1997, she attempted the role of’ Lady Queensbury’ in the commended film’ Wilde,’ based on Richard Ellmann’s 1987 biography of Oscar Wilde’s’ Pulitzer Prize.’
Gemma’s acting career has flourished with a few more award-winning productions, such as the 1999 period drama ‘ The Winslow Boy ‘ as ‘ Grace Winslow ‘, the 2000 UK TV movie ‘ Longitude ‘ as ‘ Elizabeth Harrison ‘, and the 2001 romantic comedy ‘ Bridget Jones’s Diary ‘ as ‘ Mrs. Pamela Jones ‘.
Gemma Jones Harry Potter
In 2002, Gemma played ‘ Madame Pomfrey ‘ in the second instalment of the ‘ Harry Potter ‘ film series, ‘ Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. ‘ She replaced the role in the sixth instalment, ‘ Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, ‘ and the eighth and final instalment, ‘ Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2, ‘ released in 2009 and 2011, respectively. In ‘ Trial and Retribution, ‘ an ITV police procedural drama, Gemma was cast in a recurring role. She appeared in 2014 as ‘ Mary ‘ in the ‘ BBC ‘ movie ‘ Marvellous, ‘ for which she received a ‘ British Academy Television Award. ‘
From 2015 to 2017, Gemma played ‘ Great Aunt Lizzie ‘ in 45 episodes of the ‘ BBC ‘ children’s drama series ‘ Teacup Travels. ‘ She voiced the character ‘ Marmee ‘ in the ‘ Focus on Family Radio Theatre ‘ production of the 2018 family drama ‘ Little Women. ‘ Gemma will be seen in the upcoming British – American historical drama series ‘ Gentleman Jack ‘ and musician Elton John’s biopic ‘ Rocketman. ‘
Jones also lent her voice to Shakespeare’s sonnet ‘ How Heavy Do I Journey on The Way, ‘ featured in the compilation album ‘ When Love Speaks, ‘ released in 2002 by ‘ EMI Classics. ‘
Gemma Jones Rocketman
Jones is featured as Ivy in the 2019 Dexter Fletcher fantasy movie Rocketman. The story follows young Reginald Dwight who changes his name to Elton John, played by Taron Egerton, and collaborates with singer-songwriter Bernie Taupin to become one of the most iconic figures in pop history. Elton John is transformed from a shy piano sensation to an international superstar with his breakthrough in the 1970s.
Gemma Jones Gentleman Jack
Jones is featured in the new British – American historical drama series ‘ Gentleman Jack. ‘ Gentleman Jack first episode was aired on April 22, 2019. It is directed by Sally Wainwright, Sarah Harding and Jennifer Perrott. She is cast as Aunt Lister.
Gemma Jones Net Worth
Gemma has enjoyed a long career in the acting industry spanning over five decades. Through proceeds from her work as an actress, Gemma has been able to accumulate a modest fortune. Gemma is estimated to have a net worth of about $80 million.
Gemma Jones Movies and TV Shows
- Gentleman Jack (TV Show)
- Rocketman (Movie) 2019
- Doc Martin (TV Show)
- Unforgotten on Masterpiece (TV Show)
- Masterpiece (TV Show)
- Death in Paradise (TV Show)
- Spooks (TV Show)
- Merlin (TV Show)
- Inspector Morse (TV Show)
- MI-5 (TV Show)
- You Will Meet A Tall Dark Stranger (Movie) 2010
- Trial and Retribution (TV Show)
- Good (Movie) 2008
- Bridget Jones: The Edge Of Reason (Movie) 2004
- Midsomer Murders (TV Show)
- Shanghai Knights (Movie) 2003
- Don’t Tempt Me (Movie) 2003
- An Unsuitable Job for a Woman (TV Show)
- Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets (Movie) 2002
- Bridget Jones’s Diary (Movie) 2001
- All Revved Up (Movie) 2001
- The Winslow Boy (Movie) 1999
- Cotton Mary (Movie) 1999
- Theory Of Flight (Movie) 1998
- Wilde (Movie) 1997
- Feast Of July (Movie) 1995
- Sense And Sensibility (Movie) 1995
- Mystery! (TV Show)
- Paperhouse (Movie) 1988
- The Duchess of Duke Street (TV Show)
- The Devils (Movie) 1970
- Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince: An IMAX 3D Experience (TV Show) Madam Pomfrey
- Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince: The IMAX Experience (TV Show)
- The Secret Diaries of Miss Anne Lister (TV Show)
- All About George (TV Show)
- Fall of Eagles (TV Show)
- Chelworth (TV Show)
- Harry Potter y el Misterio del Príncipe (TV Show)
- Masterpiece (TV Show)
