Hannah Waddingham, born on July 28, 1974, is a talented English actress, singer, and television presenter. She gained widespread acclaim for her portrayal of the ambitious businesswoman Rebecca Welton in the hit series *Ted Lasso* (2020–2023), a role that earned her significant accolades, including the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series in 2021 and the Critics' Choice Television Award for Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series in both 2021 and 2022.
Waddingham has a rich theatrical background, having graced the stages of London's West End in productions such as *Spamalot*, the 2010 revival of *Into the Woods*, and her memorable performance as the Wicked Witch of the West in *The Wizard of Oz*. Her contributions to theater have garnered her three nominations for the prestigious Olivier Award.
Her film credits include the 2012 adaptation of *Les Misérables*, the psychological thriller *Winter Ridge* (2018), and the upcoming action comedy *The Fall Guy* (2024). Waddingham has also showcased her talent in television with roles like Tonya Dyke in *Benidorm* (2014), Septa Unella in *Game of Thrones* (2015–2016), Jax-Ur in *Krypton* (2018–2019), and Sofia Marchetti in *Sex Education* (2019–2023). In 2023, she co-hosted the Eurovision Song Contest and ventured into voice acting, lending her voice to the character Deliria in the animated series *Krapopolis* and featuring in *The Garfield Movie*.
