Gemma Chan Biography, Captain Marvel, Boyfriend, Height, Age, Parents and Movies

Who is Gemma Chan? | Gemma Chan Biography and Wiki

Gemma Chan is an English actress who is famous for her role in Crazy Rich Asians (2018 film) as Astrid and Humans, a television drama as Anita. Chan has credits for her supporting roles in Doctor Who special “The Waters of Mars”, Bedlam (2011), Secret Diary of a Call Girl (2011) and Fresh Meat (2011).

Chan was recognised in 2018 for her role in the romantic comedy Crazy Rich Asians as Astrid Leong-Teo and in Mary Queen of Scots as Bess of Hardwick. In 2019, Chan also played the role of Minn-Erva in Captain Marvel. In 2012, Chan will portray the role of Sersi in The Eternals.

Gemma Chan Age and Birthday

Gemma was born on November 29, 1982, in London, England. She celebrates her birthday on November 29th every year.  Chan will be 38 years old on Nov. 29th 2020.

Gemma Chan Height and Weight

Gemma is a woman of average stature. She stands at a height of 5 feet and 9 inches (1.75 meters). She also weighs 130 lbs (59 kgs).

Gemma Chan Education

Gemma studied at the Newstead Wood School for Girls in Orpington, London. She later joined Worcester College, Oxford to study law and jurisprudence. Chan practised law after graduation but quit to pursue acting. She studied acting at the Drama Centre London.

Gemma Chan Parents

Gemma parents are ethnic Chinese. Her father is an engineer who was brought up in Hong Kong. Her mother was brought up in Greenock, Scotland after her parents emigrated from Mainland China through Hong Kong to Scotland.

Gemma Chan Boyfriend | Gemma Chan Husband

Gemma has been in relationships with some celebrated actors including Jack Whitehall, a comedian and Dominic Cooper, an actor. Chan is however not married.

Gemma Chan Dominic Cooper | Gemma Chan Dating

Chan is currently dating Dominic Cooper. She was first rumoured to be dating Cooper when they were seen together in Spain in August 2018 on a vacation. They made their first public appearance four months later as a couple at the 2018 British Fashion Awards in London. In April 2020, Gemma and Dominic Cooper helped to feed hungry NHS staff at Charing Cross Hospital amid coronavirus crisis. Chan and Cooper have not yet announced their wedding plans.

Gemma Chan Jack Whitehall

Gemma was previously dating Jack Whitehall however they broke up at the end of 2017 after struggling to spend time together as their careers rose. She dated Jack Whitehall for six years. The duo first met in 2011 when they both starred in Fresh Meat. Although the two split after six years of dating, they remain as good friends. Chan moved back to her parents’ house after splitting with Jack whom she had been living with in his flat in Notting Hill.

Gemma Chan Measurements and Facts

Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Gemma Chan.

  • Full Name: Gemma Chan
  • Age: 37 years (2019)
  • Date of Birth: November 29, 1982
  • Place of Birth: London, England
  • Education‎: Drama Centre London (acting)
  • Birthday: November 29
  • Nationality: British
  • Father’s Name: Not Available
  • Mother’s Name: Not Available
  • Siblings: Not Available
  • Boyfriend: Dominic Cooper
  • Children: None
  • Height: 1.75 meters
  • Weight: 130 lbs (59 kgs)
  • Profession: Actress
  • Known For: Crazy Rich Asians (Astrid) and Humans(Anita)
  • Net worth: $ 6 million

Gemma Chan Captain Marvel | Gemma Chan Minn Erva

Gemma features in the action movie, Captain Marvel as Minn-Erva. The movie stars  Brie Larson as Carol Danvers(Captain Marvel), Samuel L. Jackson as Nick Fury and Ben Mendelsohn as Talos (Keller). Other featured actors are Jude Law as Yon-Rogg, Annette Bening as Supreme Intelligence (Dr Wendy Lawson) and Djimon Hounsou as Korath. The film, Captain Marvel was first released in the US on March 8, 2019.

Gemma Chan Humans

Gemma stars in 24 episodes of the TV series, Humans as Mia (Anita) from 2015 to 2018. The series stars Chan alongside Katherine Parkinson as Laura Hawkins and Lucy Carless as Mattie Hawkins. The series also features Tom Goodman-Hill as Joe Hawkins, Theo Stevenson as Toby Hawkins and Ivanno Jeremiah as Max. The TV series, Humans was first released on June 28, 2015.

Gemma Chan Sherlock

Chan features in the 2010 TV series, Sherlock as Soo Lin Yao.  The TV series stars Benedict Cumberbatch, Martin Freeman and Una Stubbs as Sherlock Holmes, Dr John Watson and Mrs Hudson respectively. The series also features Rupert Graves as DI Lestrade, Louise Brealey as Molly Hooper and Mark Gatiss as Mycroft Holmes. Other featured actors are Andrew Scott, Amanda Abbington and Jonathan Aris. The series, Sherlock was first released in the USA on October 24, 2010.

Gemma Chan Richard Madden | Gemma Chan The Eternals

Chan will feature in the 2021 movie, The Eternals as Sersi. The movie stars Kumail Nanjiani as Kingo, Richard Madden as Ikaris and Angelina Jolie as Thena. Other featured actors are Salma Hayek as Ajak, Kit Harington as Dane Whitman and Barry Keoghan as Druig. The film, The Eternals will be released on February 12, 2021.

Gemma Chan Mary Queen of Scots

Gemma features in the movie, Mary Queen of Scots as Bess of Hardwick, The 2018 movie stars Saoirse Ronan as Mary Stuart, Margot Robbie as Queen Elizabeth I  and Jack Lowden as Henry Darnley. The Josie Rourke film also features Angela Bain as Snuffer Woman, Richard Cant as Thomas Andrews and Simon Russell Beale as Robert Beale. The 2018 film, Mary Queen of Scots was first released on December 21, 2018.

Gemma Chan Net Worth

Gemma has enjoyed a long career in the acting industry spanning almost two decades. Through proceeds from her work as an actress, Chan has been able to accumulate a modest fortune. Chan is estimated to have a net worth of about $6 million.

Gemma Chan Movies and TV Shows

  • The Eternals as Sersi. 2021
  • Let Them All Talk. 2020
  • Thunderbirds Are Go (TV Series) as Professor Kwark. 2020
  • Intrigo: Dear Agnes as Henny. 2019
  • I Am (TV Series) as Hannah. 2019
  • Captain Marvel as Minn-Erva. 2019
  • Mr Malcolm’s List as Miss Thistlewaite. 2019
  • Watership Down (TV Mini-Series) as Dewdrop. 2018
  • Mary Queen of Scots as Bess of Hardwick. 2018
  • London Fields as Petronella. 2018
  • Crazy Rich Asians as Astrid Young Teo. 2018
  • Leading Lady Parts. 2018
  • Humans (TV Series) as Mia(Anita). 2015 – 2018
  • Transformers: The Last Knight as Quintessa. 2017
  • Stratton as Aggy. 2017
  • Revolting Rhymes (TV Mini-Series) as Snow White. 2016
  • Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them as Madam Ya Zhou. 2016
  • Everyday Performance Artists as Melody. 2016
  • Love Is a Four-Letter Word: Worth Seven Points as Wife. 2016
  • Families as Chen-Lin. 2015
  • Brotherhood (TV Series) as Miss Pemberton. 2015
  • The Game (TV Mini-Series) as Chen Mei. 2014
  • Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit as Amy Chang. 2014
  • The Double as ‘The Replicator’ – Glamourous Judge. 2013
  • Dates (TV Series) as Erica. 2013
  • Shetland (TV Series) as Hattie James. 2013
  • Death in Paradise (TV Series) as Jennifer Cheung. 2013
  • Vengar as Diana. 2012
  • Bedlam (TV Series) as Kiera. 2012
  • True Love (TV Mini-Series) as Kathy. 2012
  • Fresh Meat (TV Series) as Ruth. 2011
  • Secret Diary of a Call Girl (TV Series) as Charlotte. 2011
  • Submarine as Kim-Lin. 2010
  • Sherlock (TV Series) as Soo Lin Yao. 2010
  • The IT Crowd (TV Series) as Female Sulu (Ivana). 2010
  • Shanghai as Shin Shin. 2010
  • Pimp as Bo. 2010
  • Doctor Who (TV Series) as Mia Bennett. 2009
  • Exam as Chinese Girl. 2009
  • Cell: Season 2 (Video) as Isabella. 2009
  • The Universal Declaration of Human Rights as Sun-Lynn. 2008
  • When Evil Calls (TV Mini-Series) as Molly Nelson. 2006

How old is Gemma Chan?

Chan is a British national born on 29th November 1982, in London, England.

How much is Gemma Chan worth?

Chan has an approximate net worth of $6 million. This amount has been accrued from Chan leading roles in the acting industry.

Is Gemma Chan in Sherlock?

Gemma features in the 2010 TV series, Sherlock as Soo Lin Yao.  The TV series stars Benedict Cumberbatch as Sherlock Holmes, Martin Freeman as Dr John Watson and Una Stubbs as Mrs Hudson respectively. The television series, Sherlock was first released in the USA on October 24, 2010.

How tall is Gemma Chan?

Chan stands at a height of 1.75 meters.

Who is Gemma Chan boyfriend?

Chan currently dates Dominic Cooper. Her previous boyfriend is Jack Whitehall, however, they broke up at the end of 2017 after struggling to spend time together as their careers rose.

What languages does Gemma Chan speak?

Chan is an English speaking actor who was born in London, England.

How did Gemma Chan get into acting?

After Chan graduated from Worcester College, Oxford with law and jurisprudence, she practised law but quit to pursue acting. She, therefore, joined the Drama Centre London to study acting.

Where is Gemma Chan from?

Gemma is a British national born in London, England on 29th November 1982.

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