Hayley Atwell
| Date of Birth: | April 5, 1982 (Age 43) |
| Place of Birth: | London, England, UK |
| Nationality: | British, American |
| Net Worth: | $5 million |
| Height: | 5 ft 6 in (168 cm) |
| Education: | Guildhall School of Music and Drama (BA Acting) |
| Marital Status: | Married |
| Spouse: | Ned Wolfgang Kelly (m. 2023) |
| Children: | 1 |
| Parents: | Grant Atwell, Allison Cain |
| Known For: | Peggy Carter, Agent Carter, Mission: Impossible franchise |
Early Life & Education
Hayley Elizabeth Atwell was born on April 5, 1982, in London. She holds dual British-American citizenship. After attending the London Oratory School, she studied acting at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, graduating with a BA in 2005, equipped with classical training.
Career
Stage & Breakthrough
Atwell launched her career on stage, appearing in West End productions and taking roles with the Royal Shakespeare Company. She earned acclaim and a Laurence Olivier Award nomination for A View from the Bridge in 2009.
Screen Success
Her early film and TV work includes Brideshead Revisited (2008), The Duchess (2008), and The Pillars of the Earth (2010). She earned nominations for the British Independent Film Award and a Golden Globe.
Her international breakthrough came as Peggy Carter in Captain America: The First Avenger (2011). She reprised the role across multiple MCU films and led the series Agent Carter (2015–2016). She later starred as Grace in Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning and – The Final Reckoning (2023, 2025).
She also appears in Cinderella (2015), Christopher Robin (2018), Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway (2021), and voiced alternate Peggy Carter in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022).
Additionally, she hosts the podcast True Spies since 2020 and has narrated documentaries and taken voice roles.
Complete Works
Films & TV:
Cassandra’s Dream, Brideshead Revisited, The Duchess, The Pillars of the Earth, Captain America: The First Avenger, Captain America: The Winter Soldier, Avengers: Age of Ultron, Ant‑Man, Avengers: Endgame, Cinderella, Christopher Robin, Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway, Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One, Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, Howards End, Agent Carter, Conviction, What If…?, Heartstopper.
Net Worth & Endorsements
Her estimated net worth stands at $5 million, earned through acting across film, television, theatre, voice work, and podcasting. She’s also appeared in selected brand campaigns.
Awards & Recognition
- British Independent Film Award nominee (The Duchess)
- Golden Globe nominee (The Pillars of the Earth)
- Laurence Olivier Award nominations (A View from the Bridge, The Pride, Rosmersholm)
Personal Life & Interests
Engaged in April 2023, married to musician Ned Wolfgang Kelly, and welcomed their first child in 2024. They live in southwest London. Atwell is an avid gamer, knitting enthusiast, and arts advocate.
Trivia & Fun Facts
- Attended Open University art history and haiku course during MCU filming
- Has performed radio drama and audiobooks, including Doctor Who audio
- Known for her voice roles in video games and animation—e.g., What If…?
Upcoming Projects
She continues as Peggy Carter in upcoming MCU titles, and remains active in both screen and stage roles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Hayley Atwell?
A British-American actress known for portraying Peggy Carter in the MCU and lead roles in film, TV, stage, and animation.
How old is she?
43 years old.
What is her net worth?
Estimated at $5 million.
Who is her spouse and does she have children?
She married music producer Ned Wolfgang Kelly in 2023 and they have one child, born in 2024.