Joanne Whalley Biography: Age, Net Worth, Husband, Children, Parents, Career, Movies, TV Series, Awards, Wikipedia, Pictures

Joanne Whalley-Kilmer is an accomplished English actress who has appeared in numerous films and television shows.

She was previously credited as Joanne Whalley-Kilmer during her marriage to fellow actor Val Kilmer from 1988 to 1996. Despite this, she has achieved success and recognition in her own right, building a successful career in the entertainment industry.

Profile

• Full Name: Joanne Whalley-Kilmer
• Stage Name: Joanne Whalley
• Born: 25 August 1961
• Age: 62 years old
• Birthplace: Salford, Lancashire, England
• Nationality: English
• Occupation: Actress
• Height: 1.63 m
• Parent: Mr. and Mrs. Whalley
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Val Kilmer (m. 1988–1996)
• Children: 2, Mercedes Kilmer and Jack Kilmer
• Relationship: Divorced
• Net Worth: $5 million

Early Life And Education

Joanne Whalley was born on 25 August 1961 in Salford, Lancashire, England. She was raised by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Whalley, and grew up with siblings whose names are unknown to the media.

She attended Bredbury Comprehensive School and later studied at Harrytown Convent Girls’ School in Romiley and the Braeside School of Speech and Drama in Marple. During her childhood, from 1974 to 1979, she pursued acting opportunities.

Career

Joanne Whalley, a British actress, has had a successful career in both film and television. She first gained recognition in her home country, with notable roles in various British television shows, including her captivating portrayal of Nurse Mills in the miniseries “The Singing Detective” in 1986.

However, it was her role as Christine Keeler in the 1989 film “Scandal” that propelled her to international stardom. This role not only solidified her place in British cinema but also showcased her talent and versatility as an actress.

Some of Whalley’s notable post-marriage film roles include “The Secret Rapture” (1993), “Trial by Jury” (1994), and “The Man Who Knew Too Little” (1997). She also appeared in various television shows such as “The Borgias” (2011-2013) and “Daredevil” (2015).

Despite her successful career, she and Kilmer divorced in 1996. She has since returned to using her maiden name, Joanne Whalley, professionally. Today, Whalley remains active in both film and television, and her impressive career continues to inspire and entertain audiences.

Awards and Nominations

• BAFTA TV Award: Whalley received a nomination for the prestigious British Academy Television Award for Best Actress in 1985 for her performance in the BBC miniseries “Edge of Darkness.”
• Golden Nymph Award: Her portrayal of Vannozza dei Cattanei in the Showtime historical drama “The Borgias” (2011) earned her a Best Actress Golden Nymph Award nomination at the Monte-Carlo Television Festival.
• San Diego Film Critics Society Awards: Whalley shared the Best Ensemble Award with the cast of the 2010 film “44 Inch Chest,” reuniting her with co-star John Hurt.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @therealjoannewhalley

Personal Life

Joanne Whalley was married to actor Val Kilmer. They met in 1988 while filming the movie Willow and got married that same year.

They had two children together, a daughter Mercedes Kilmer (born 1991) and a son Jack Kilmer (born 1995). However, the couple filed for divorce in 1995 citing irreconcilable differences. Whalley has since remarried and continues to act in both film and television.

Discography/Filmography

Television

• Edge of Darkness (1985)
• The Singing Detective (1986)
• Scarlett (1994)
• Jackie Bouvier Kennedy Onassis (2000)
• The Virgin Queen (2005)
• Wolf Hall (2015)

Film

• Willow (1988)
• Scandal (1989)
• Parker (2013)
• Beatricks (2017)

Net Worth

Joanne Whalley is best known for her roles in films such as Scandal and Willow. She has also had success on television, appearing in popular series like The Borgias and Daredevil. Despite her successful acting career, Joanne Whalley has managed to maintain a net worth of $5 million.