Rebecca Ferguson, born Rebecca Louisa Ferguson Sundström on October 19, 1983, in Stockholm, Sweden, is a Swedish actress known for her versatile roles in film and television. She grew up in the Vasastaden district of Stockholm and attended an English-speaking school, making her bilingual in Swedish and English. Ferguson's early career began with her breakout role as Anna Gripenhielm in the Swedish soap opera "Nya tider" (1999). She later gained international recognition for her portrayal of Queen Elizabeth Woodville in the BBC historical drama "The White Queen" (2013), earning a Golden Globe nomination for her performance.
Ferguson's film career includes notable roles such as Ilsa Faust in "Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation" (2015) and its sequels, Jenny Lind in "The Greatest Showman" (2017), and Lady Jessica Atreides in "Dune" (2021). Her performances have been widely praised, and she continues to be a prominent figure in Hollywood. Recent projects include "Silo" (2023-2025), "Dune: Part Two" (2024), and "Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One" (2023). Ferguson resides in the seaside town of Simrishamn, Sweden, where she enjoys a quieter life away from the public spotlight. #RebeccaFerguson #MissionImpossible #TheGreatestShowman #Dune