Bella Ramsey

Some Lesser Known Facts About Bella Ramsey

• Bella Ramsey grew up in Leicestershire, England.

  

• Bella prefers they/them pronouns and does not see themselves as fully straight or fitting into a specific gender. While talking about it in an interview, they said,
  

  I certainly think that people have gathered that I’m not 100 per cent straight. I’m a little bit wavy, you know? That’s what I like to say.”

• At 4, Bella joined the Stagecoach Theatre Arts in Loughborough, England, and continued training there for seven years. They later joined the Television Workshop, where they began auditioning for professional acting roles.

• In early auditions, Ramsey did not get the role because they did not have the “Hollywood look,” even though the director liked them.

• Bella grew up as a pescatarian, someone who eats fish but not meat. Over time, they switched to a mostly vegan lifestyle. They’ve often shared their love for mushrooms, from shiitake to oyster to portobello, which are a big part of their meals.

• Bella Ramsey once took to Twitter to advocate for veganism, sharing their support for animal rights and cruelty-free living.

• Ramsey’s work as ‘Lyanna Mormont’ in HBO’s series Game of Thrones (2016-2019) earned them great recognition.
  

• Bella played the role of ‘Mildred Hubble’ in the series ‘The Worst Witch’ (2017-2020), which aired on CBBC and ZDF and streamed on Netflix.

  

• Bella has also worked in a few short films, including ‘Elefthería’ (2017), ‘Nancy’ (2019), ‘Zero’ (2019), and ‘Requiem’ (2021).

  

• In 2018, they appeared as young ‘Matilda’ in BBC One’s drama serial ‘Requiem.’

  

• That same year, they voiced the character ‘Freya’ in the video game ‘Doctor Who: Infinity.’

  

• Bella lent their voice to the titular character in the animated series ‘Hilda’ (2018-2023), which streamed on Netflix.

• In 2020, they played the role of ‘Angelica’ in a fantasy drama television series titled ‘His Dark Materials,’ which aired on BBC One and HBO.

  

• Bella worked as a voiceover artist for the animated series ‘Summer Camp Island’ (2020), which aired on Cartoon Network. They voiced the character ‘Ramona.’

  

• In 2020, Bella Ramsey created a YouTube channel and Instagram account called ‘United Hope,’ where they shared their spiritual journey and beliefs with their followers.

  

• In 2022, they appeared as ‘Jane Grey’ in a historical drama television series titled ‘Becoming Elizabeth,’ which aired on Starz.
  

• Bella has a great interest in music and enjoys singing and playing the guitar. They have sung a few songs, like the ‘Birdy Song’ for the film Catherine Called Birdy (2022) in which they appeared as ‘ Lady Catherine.’

  

• In 2023, Bella played the role of ‘Kelsey Morgan’ in BBC One’s series ‘Time.’

  

• That same year, they voiced the character ‘Molly’ in the animated comedy film ‘Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget’ (2023).

• Bella appeared as ‘Ellie’ in HBO’s series ‘The Last of Us’ (2023). Despite delivering a critically acclaimed performance, they faced harsh criticism over their gender identity and looks. The negativity affected them so deeply that it led them to speak out and step away from social media for their mental health.

• While filming ‘The Last of Us’ at 18, Bella was diagnosed with autism. They have often shared how being neurodivergent has shaped their career and the way they act.

• They reportedly charged $70,000 per episode for the ‘The Last of Us.’

• Bella once mentioned that they wore a breast binder most of the time while shooting ‘The Last of Us,’ as it helped them concentrate, though they said it might not have been the healthiest choice.

• In 2023, Ramsey supported the Palestinian cause by signing a Queer Artists for Palestine letter, which called for a ceasefire in Gaza, condemned “pinkwashing,” and pledged to boycott Israel in support of Palestinians’ fight for dignity and self-determination.

• Ramsey has mentioned that their faith in Christianity played a key role in their recovery from anorexia nervosa. They experienced a full-immersion baptism as part of their journey but have noted that their connection to these beliefs has become more private since 2023.

• In July 2023, Bella was nominated for Outstanding Lead Actress at the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards for their role in ‘The Last of Us.’ Despite initial concerns about the lack of non-gendered categories, they chose to continue after discussions with showrunner Craig Mazin. This made Ramsey the second non-binary actor to receive an Emmy nomination, and the first for a leading role.

  

• Bella Ramsey was featured on Time’s 100 Next list in September 2023. Emma D’Arcy, a fellow non-binary actor, praised Bella’s acting skills and described them as “an inspiring figure in the LGBTQIA+ community.”

• In April 2025, Bella joined over 400 film and television professionals in signing a letter supporting trans, non-binary, and intersex people, opposing a UK court ruling and new guidance on the definition of “woman.”

  

A gif of the character voiced by Bella Ramsey for the animated series ‘Hilda’ (2018-2023)

A gif of the character voiced by Bella Ramsey for Netflix’s animated comedy film ‘Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget’ (2023)