Eddie Redmayne's net worth

Last Modified Jan 20, 2025 09:13 EST
Eddie Redmayne's net worth
Eddie Redmayne as Newt Scamander (Source: Screengrab from the film)


The English actor Edward John David Redmayne, better known as Eddie Redmayne has a net worth of $20 million according to Celebrity Net Worth.


He is best known for his role in films such as "My Week with Marilyn," "Les Misérables," "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them," and "The Theory of Everything." His portrayal of Stephen Hawking in "The Theory of Everything" earned him an Academy Award for Best Actor. Having performed in numerous stage performances, Redmayne received a Tony Award for his role in the play "Red."


Eddie Redmayne’s early life & career


Eddie Redmayne was born on January 6, 1982 in Westminster, London, United Kingdom. His mother, Patricia, runs a relocation business, and his father, Mark, works in corporate finance. He has two brothers, a half-sister, and a half-brother.


When Redmayne was younger, he attended the Jackie Palmer Stage School, where he discovered his love for singing and performing. Before studying art history at Trinity College in Cambridge, he attended Eaton House, Colet Court, and Eton College. In 1998, Redmayne appeared on screen for the first time in an episode of the children's show "Animal Ark."


Eddie Redmayne's net worth
Eddie Redmayne as Stephen Hawking (Source: Screengrab from the film)


In 2006, Redmayne starred in his first two feature films: "The Good Shepherd" and "Like Minds." He performed with Julianne Moore in the drama "Savage Grace" the next year, and he played Anthony Babington in the biographical period drama "Elizabeth: The Golden Age." During the rest of the decade, Redmayne starred in films such as "The Yellow Handkerchief," "The Other Boleyn Girl," "Powder Blue," and "Glorious 39."


Following appearances in the dramedy "Hick" and the action-horror movie "Black Death," Redmayne became well-known for his portrayal in the 2011 biographical drama "My Week with Marilyn." Following this breakthrough, Redmayne continued to receive significant roles. He portrayed Marius Pontmercy, a French revolutionary and student, in Tom Hooper's 2012 adaption of the musical "Les Misérables." When Redmayne portrayed renowned theoretical physicist Stephen Hawking in "The Theory of Everything" in 2014, he achieved the greatest critical reception. The actor's performance earned him numerous awards, including the Screen Actors Guild Award, the Golden Globe, the BAFTA, and, most notably, the Oscar for Best Actor.


Eddie Redmayne's net worth
Eddie Redmayne as Newt Scamander (Source: harrypotter.com)


Redmayne performed in two films in 2015 after his 2014 breakthrough. First, he played the role of Balem Abrasax in the science-fiction movie "Jupiter Ascending," which was directed by the Wachowski twins. It won him the Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Supporting Actor, as the critics panned the movie. For the biographical movie "The Danish Girl," he reunited with director Tom Hooper and played transgender pioneer Lili Elbe. The transgender community was upset over the casting choice, although Redmayne was nominated for an Academy Award for his performance.


Redmayne starred in the 2016 film "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them," a part of the "Harry Potter" franchise, playing Newt Scamander. He played the same part in the follow-up movies "Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald" and "Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore."


Also read: Eddie Redmayne Movies and TV shows

FAQs about Eddie Redmayne

A. Eddie Redmayne is 1.84 metres in height, making him slightly above 6 feet tall.

A. On September 14, 2024, Eddie Redmayne's role as the Emcee of the Broadway production of Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club came to an end.

A. The English actor Eddie Redmayne gained fame for his performance as Stephen Hawking in "The Theory of Everything.”

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