Julia Ormond is a British actress. She is famous for her roles in films like "The Baby of Mâcon" (1993), "Legends of the Fall" (1994), "First Knight" (1995), "Sabrina" (1995), "Smilla's Sense of Snow" (1997), and "The Barber of Siberia" (1998). She earned an Emmy Award for her outstanding supporting role in HBO's "Temple Grandin" (2010). She also owns Indican Productions in New York City and executive-produced the acclaimed documentary "Calling the Ghosts: A Story about Rape, War, and Women." Additionally, she's known for her role as a main antagonist in "The Walking Dead: World Beyond" (2020). On October 4, 2023, Julia Ormond sued Harvey Weinstein, claiming 1995 sexual assault, and seeking damages from Disney, Miramax, and Creative Artists Agency for alleged negligence. Weinstein is currently serving a 23-year prison sentence for rape.
Julia Ormond Family Details
Julia Ormond opened her eyes for the first time on January 4, 1965. Her birthplace is in Epsom, Surrey, England. By nationality, she is British while she belongs to the British-White ethnicity. Julia Karin Ormond is her birth name. She celebrated her 58th birthday in 2023. About her family details, she is the daughter of her mother, Josephine, a laboratory technician, and her father, John Ormond, a stockbroker. Julia is the second of five, with one older and three younger brothers and sisters. Her parents got divorced when she was young. For her education, she attended Guildford High School and later attended Cranleigh School. After studying for a year at art school, she transferred to the Webber-Douglas Academy of Dramatic Art from where she graduated in the year 1988.
Julia Ormond Acting Career
- Julia Ormond began her career with a memorable role in the 1989 British television serial "Traffik," playing the drug-addicted daughter of a government minister combating the illegal heroin trade.
- Her early success led to appearances in television films and her international film debut in "The Baby of Mâcon" in 1993.
- She furthered her film career with roles in "Legends of the Fall," "First Knight," and "Sabrina" in 1995.
- She continued to take on diverse roles in films like "Smilla's Sense of Snow" and "The Barber of Siberia" in the late 1990s.
- She has an independent production company, Indican Productions, based in New York City, and she executive-produced the Cinemax Reel Life documentary "Calling the Ghosts: A Story about Rape, War and Women".
- Her career extended to television, earning an Emmy Award for "Temple Grandin" and notable roles in series like "Mad Men" and "Witches of East End."
- Since 2020, she has been portraying the primary antagonist in "The Walking Dead: World Beyond."
Awards and Achievements
- Won Western Heritage Awards - Television Feature Film - "Temple Grandin" in 2011
- Won Capri, Hollywood - Capri Ensemble Cast Award - "My Week with Marilyn" in 2011
- Won Primetime Emmy Awards - Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Miniseries or a Movie - "Temple Grandin"
- Won Camerimage - Krzysztof Kieslowski Award in 2006
- Won ShoWest Convention - Female Star of Tomorrow in 1995
Julia Ormond Husband
Julia Ormond is single as of now but she was married twice previously. Her first marriage took place in 1988 when she tied the knot to Rory Edwards in the year 1994. Rory is an actor by profession. She met Rory during their collaboration in a production of "Wuthering Heights." Her second marriage was with political activist Jon Rubin in 1999. The duo is blessed with a daughter, Sophie who was born in 2004. Their marriage could not last long and their marriage ended in the year 2008. Since then, she has been leading a single life happily without any disturbances.
On October 4, 2023, Julia Ormond initiated legal action against Harvey Weinstein, accusing him of sexually assaulting her in 1995. The lawsuit additionally demands compensation from The Walt Disney Company, Miramax, and Creative Artists Agency, asserting that these entities neglected their duty to safeguard her from his misconduct. Weinstein is currently serving a 23-year prison sentence for rape.
Julia Ormond Net Worth
Julia Ormond is a successful actress who has accumulated a net worth of $5 million as of 2023. She made this fortune from the entertainment industry which is her main source of wealth. She is making her annual salary of around $1 million at present. Her earnings per movie and other career ventures amount to over $500,000 annually. Furthermore, she appeared in the print adverts for the popular clothing company, Gap, in 2002. With these career earnings, she is leading a lavish lifestyle.
Julia Ormond Height
Julia Ormond stands at the perfect height of 5 feet 7½ inches or 1.71 m with a slim build. She has a well-maintained bodyweight of around 58 kg or 128 lbs. She has a body measurement of 38-26-36 inches. She has a pair of attractive hazel eyes with dark brown hair color. In order to portray the character of Sabrina Fairchild in the romantic comedy-drama film "Sabrina," she had to trim her gorgeous waist-length hair. Beautiful actress, Julia Ormond has a healthy body as of now.
