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Gemma Jones

Actor

Gemma Jones

  • Born: Gemma Jones, 4 December 1942, Marylebone, London, England
  • Estimated net worth: $5 million

Gemma Jones is a British actress known for her versatile performances in film and television. She gained recognition for her roles in the 'Bridget Jones' series and 'Harry Potter' films. With a career spanning several decades, she is acclaimed for her ability…

About Gemma Jones

Gemma Jones is a British actress known for her versatile performances in film and television. She gained recognition for her roles in the 'Bridget Jones' series and 'Harry Potter' films. With a career spanning several decades, she is acclaimed for her ability to portray both comedic and dramatic characters, often noted for her distinctive voice and engaging presence on screen.

Born
Gemma Jones, 4 December 1942, Marylebone, London, England
Height
5 ft 4 in (1.63 m)
Spouses
Richard Lumsden (1993-1999)
Children
1, Rupert Lumsden
Parents
G. A. Jones, A. E. Jones
Estimated net worth
$5 million

Fun facts about Gemma Jones

  • Gemma Jones has appeared in both the 'Bridget Jones' series and the 'Harry Potter' films, showcasing her range across different genres.
  • Before becoming a well-known actress, Gemma trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) in London.

Famous Gemma Jones quotes

“You can't go back. You can only go forward.”
Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy, 2025
“I’m not a bad person, I just made some bad choices.”
Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason, 2004
“You are never too old to be what you might have been.”
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 1, 2010

Gemma Jones filmography

Cast (128)

YearTitleCharacterRating
2025I, Jack Wright TVRose Wright5.3
2025Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy MoviePamela Jones6.3
2024Disclaimer TVHelen7.5
2024Apocalypse Slough: A Murder, They Hope Mystery MovieBrenda5.4
2024Blue MovieAnna
2024Wicked Little Letters MovieVictoria Swan6.9
2023The Reckoning TVAgnes Savile7.3
2022Emily MovieAunt Branwell6.9
2021Benediction MovieHester Gatty (Older)6.1
2021Finding Alice TVMinnie Walsh5.6
Show 118 more credits
YearTitleCharacterRating
2020Ammonite MovieMolly Anning6.9
2019Gentleman Jack TVAunt Anne Lister7.9
2019Rocketman MovieIvy7.3
2018Patrick MovieCelia6.7
2018You, Me and Him MovieSue Miller5.6
2017Diana and I MovieMrs McDonald7.1
2017God's Own Country MovieDeidre Saxby7.7
2017Gypsy's Kiss MovieJudith6.5
2017Carnage: Swallowing the Past MovieDavina6.4
2016The Crown TVPenelope Carter8.2
2016Bridget Jones's Baby MovieMum6.4
2015Capital TVPetunia7.1
2015Unforgotten TVClaire Slater7.6
2015Teacup Travels TVGreat Aunt Lizzie8.0
2014Radiator MovieMaria6.4
2014Marvellous MovieMary7.1
2013Lucan TVDowager Countess of Lucan7.1
2013Lucan MovieDowager Countess6.0
2013Atlantis TVCampe6.4
2013The Lady Vanishes MovieRose Floodporter6.3
2012Last Tango in Halifax TVMuriel7.1
201213 Steps Down TVOlive7.2
201213 Steps Down MovieOlive4.9
2011Death in Paradise TVSister Anne7.4
2011Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 MoviePoppy Pomfrey8.1
2011Hysteria MovieLady St. John-Smythe6.7
2011Forget Me Not MovieLizzie Fisher5.4
2010Whistle and I'll Come to You MovieAlice Parkin5.7
2010You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger MovieHelena Shepridge5.9
2010The Secret Diaries of Miss Anne Lister MovieAunt Lister6.5
2009Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince MoviePoppy Pomfrey7.7
2009Locating the World of Sense & Sensibility MovieSelf
2008Good MovieMother6.0
2008Merlin TVThe Cailleach7.8
2008Ballet Shoes MovieDr. Jakes6.3
2007The Contractor MovieMrs. Day5.5
2007Who Killed Mrs De Ropp? MovieMrs De Ropp4.9
2005Fragile MovieMrs. Folder6.5
2005All About George TVKay
2004Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason MovieMum6.2
2004The Phoenix and the Carpet MovieMrs. Bibble7.0
2003Kiss of Life MovieSonia5.7
2003Shanghai Knights MovieQueen Victoria6.1
2002Bootleg TVMrs. Bubby7.4
2002Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets MoviePoppy Pomfrey7.7
2002Spooks TVConnie James7.7
2001Don't Tempt Me MovieNancy5.6
2001Judge John Deed TVProfessor Moriarty6.8
2001Bridget Jones's Diary MovieBridget's Mum6.7
2000Longitude TVElizabeth Harrison7.0
2000Longitude MovieElizabeth Harrison7.4
1999Cotton Mary MovieMrs Freda Davids5.0
1999Captain Jack MovieEunice Pickles5.5
1999An Evil Streak TVBeatrice Kyle2.0
1999The Winslow Boy MovieGrace Winslow6.8
1999The Theory of Flight MovieAnne6.3
1998All Revved Up MovieMrs. Wiggins5.6
1997The Phoenix and the Carpet TVMrs Biddle
1997An Unsuitable Job for a Woman TVJulia Hampson7.5
1997Trial & Retribution TVDr Jean Mullins6.8
1997Wilde MovieLady Queensberry6.6
1997Midsomer Murders TVMaisie Gooch7.5
1997Jane Eyre MovieMrs. Fairfax7.1
1996Valley Girls MovieBeryl5.0
1996Wilderness TVJane Garth5.7
1996Wilderness MovieJane Garth
1995Sense and Sensibility MovieMrs. Dashwood7.4
1995Feast of July MovieMrs. Wainwright5.8
1994Faith TVJane Moreton9.5
1993The Return of the Borrowers TVMiss Menzies7.0
1993Tender Loving Care MovieNicky Dobbs
1992After the Dance MovieJoan Scott-Fowler
1992The Borrowers TVMiss Menzies6.7
1991Performance TVJoan Scott-Fowler6.3
1991Devices and Desires TVAlice Mair6.6
1989Chelworth TVVirginia Hincham
1989The Jim Henson Hour TVThe Queen (archive footage)9.0
1989Agatha Christie's Poirot TVMiss Williams8.2
1988On the Black Hill MovieMary Jones6.4
1988Paperhouse MovieDr. Sarah Nicols6.5
1988The Importance of Being Earnest MovieMiss Prism5.4
1988The Storyteller TVQueen8.2
1987The Ruth Rendell Mysteries TVMrs. Peveril6.6
1987Inspector Morse TVAnne Staveley7.9
1985Theatre Night TVMiss Prism
1981Very Like a Whale MovieLady Mellor5.0
1980The Merchant of Venice MoviePortia7.3
1978The BBC Television Shakespeare TVPortia6.0
1976The Duchess of Duke Street TVLouise Trotter8.0
1975Dial a Deadly Number MovieHelen Curry7.5
1975The Way of the World MovieMillamant
1974Churchill's People TVMargaret Paston5.0
1974Footsteps MovieMollie7.0
1974Dial M for Murder TVSophie Lamasse
1974Fall of Eagles TVPrincess Vicky7.0
1974The Importance of Being Earnest MovieGwendolen Fairfax10.0
1973Thriller TVHelen Curry7.0
1971A Ghost Story for Christmas TVAlice Parkin7.4
1971The Cherry Orchard MovieVarya7.0
1971The Devils MovieMadeleine de Brou7.5
1971The Man in the Sidecar MovieEdith10.0
1970The Lie MovieAnna Firth6.5
1970Play for Today TVAnna Firth6.6
1970Shadows of Fear TVJudith6.7
1970The Spoils of Poynton TVFleda Vetch6.7
1967Boy Meets Girl TVLucinda
1967Kenilworth TVQueen Elizabeth I
1967Rainbow City TVMary Steele8.0
1965BBC Play of the Month TVVarya5.2
1965BBC Play of the Month TVGwendolen Fairfax5.2
1965Treasure Island MovieMrs. Taylor
1964The Life and Death of Lovely Karen Gilhooley MovieGrusha
1964The Wednesday Play TVClarice5.2
1964Theatre 625 TVNina Zarechnaya7.2
1964Theatre 625 TVVictoire / Lucille Desmoulins7.2
1963The Human Jungle TVPamela Phillips8.2
1959No Hiding Place TVUnknown character4.8
TBAThe Bright Side Running Club MovieUnknown character

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Questions about Gemma Jones

What are Gemma Jones's most notable films?

Gemma Jones is best known for her roles in the 'Bridget Jones' films and the 'Harry Potter' series, where she portrayed Madam Pomfrey. Her extensive filmography includes a variety of genres, highlighting her versatility as an actress.

Has Gemma Jones won any awards?

Gemma Jones has received several awards throughout her career, including a BAFTA TV Award for Best Supporting Actress. Her performances have earned her critical acclaim and recognition in the industry.

What was Gemma Jones's first film?

Gemma Jones made her film debut in 'The Last of Mrs. Cheyney' in 1977. Since then, she has built a successful career in both film and television.

What is Gemma Jones's estimated net worth?

Gemma Jones's estimated net worth is around $5 million. This reflects her successful career in acting, spanning over several decades.

What is a defining characteristic of Gemma Jones's acting style?

Gemma Jones is known for her ability to seamlessly switch between comedic and dramatic roles. Her distinctive voice and expressive performances make her a memorable presence on screen.

How many children does Gemma Jones have?

Gemma Jones has one child, Rupert Lumsden. He has largely stayed out of the public eye, maintaining a low profile.

What are some of Gemma Jones's television roles?

In addition to her film work, Gemma Jones has appeared in various television series, including 'Doctor Who' and 'Spooks', showcasing her talent in different formats.

What was Gemma Jones's role in the 'Harry Potter' films?

In the 'Harry Potter' series, Gemma Jones portrayed Madam Pomfrey, the matron of Hogwarts Hospital Wing, known for her caring nature and expertise in healing.