Keeley Hawes is a British actress and producer best known for her powerful television roles in Spooks, Line of Duty, Bodyguard, and The Durrells. With a career spanning over three decades, she has played everything from spies to grieving mothers and period heroines. A three-time BAFTA nominee, she is also known for voicing Lara Croft in the Tomb Raider video games and for her 2025 roles in Miss Austen and The Assassin. Keeley remains one of the most respected figures in British entertainment.
Keeley Hawes Wiki/Bio
| Field | Details |
| Full Name | Clare Julia Hawes |
| Date of Birth | February 10, 1976 |
| Age | 49 years (as of 2025) |
| Profession | Actress, Producer |
| Famous For | Spooks, Line of Duty, Bodyguard, The Durrells |
| Hometown | Marylebone, London, England |
| Current Residence | London, England |
| Nationality | British |
| @misskeeleyhawes |
Physical Appearance
| Field | Details |
| Height | 5 feet 8 inches |
| Weight | Approx. 130 pounds |
| Eye Color | Blue |
| Hair Color | Blonde |
| Build | Slim |
Early Life
Keeley Hawes was born at St Mary’s Hospital in London and raised in Marylebone in a working-class family. Her father Tony was a London taxi driver, as were her two older brothers. She is the youngest of four children. Hawes attended the Sylvia Young Theatre School on a grant when she was nine years old.
As a teenager, she worked various jobs, including at McDonald’s and Sainsbury’s, before being scouted for modeling on Oxford Street. This led to work in magazines such as Shout and Cosmopolitan, and she transitioned into acting shortly after.
Education
Keeley Hawes trained in acting at Sylvia Young Theatre School in London. She left formal education early to pursue modeling and eventually shifted full-time to acting.
Family
Keeley married Spencer McCallum in 2001 and had a son, Myles, in 2000. The couple divorced in 2004. On the set of Spooks, she met actor Matthew Macfadyen. They married in October 2004 and have two children: Maggie (born December 2004) and Ralph (born September 2006). The family lives in London with their dog, Buster.
Career Highlights
Keeley began her TV acting career in the late 1980s, rising to fame with roles in Karaoke, The Beggar Bride, and Wives and Daughters. Her breakout came with the role of Zoe Reynolds in Spooks (2002–2004). She then led shows such as Ashes to Ashes (2008–2010), Line of Duty (2014–2016), and Bodyguard (2018), earning critical acclaim and BAFTA nominations.
She played Louisa Durrell in The Durrells and Dorothy Wick in Mrs Wilson, and voiced Lara Croft in the Tomb Raider video games from 2006 to 2014. As a producer, she has worked on Honour and Finding Alice. In 2025, she returned to the spotlight with BBC’s Miss Austen and Prime Video’s The Assassin.
Career Timeline
| Year | Milestone |
| 2002–2004 | Starred in Spooks |
| 2008–2010 | Lead role in Ashes to Ashes |
| 2014–2016 | Played DI Denton in Line of Duty |
| 2016–2019 | Lead in The Durrells |
| 2018 | Starred in Bodyguard |
| 2021 | Produced Honour and Finding Alice |
| 2025 | Starred in Miss Austen and The Assassin |
Net Worth
| Field | Details |
| Estimated Net Worth | Around $5 million (as of 2025) |
| Main Income Sources | Acting, Producing, Voice Work |
| Notable Work | The Assassin, Miss Austen, Bodyguard, Lara Croft |
Controversies
Keeley Hawes has maintained a low-profile and positive public image. Her 2004 divorce and subsequent relationship with Matthew Macfadyen were handled privately. She has spoken openly about dealing with depression and ageism in casting, but she is not associated with any scandals or controversies.
Recent Updates
- 2024: Appeared in Scoop on Netflix. Attended the Emmys with husband Matthew Macfadyen.
- 2025:
- Starred as Cassandra Austen in BBC’s Miss Austen (aired Feb 2025).
- Confirmed return for Miss Austen Returns.
- Lead role in The Assassin, a Prime Video thriller (released July 2025).
- Promotion appearances on BBC Radio 2 and This Morning.
- Set to star in Falling, a Channel 4 drama.
