Jessica Hynes, 1972
Writers · October 30, 1972
Jessica Hynes
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Jessica Hynes is 53 years old, born October 30, 1972 in United Kingdom · Scorpio.
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About
Jessica Hynes built a career spanning comedy, drama, and film across British television and cinema. The English actress, writer and director is best known for playing Cheryl in The Royle Family and creating the cult sitcom Spaced alongside co-stars. Her range spans Bridget Jones films to the BBC drama Years and Years, earning five BAFTA nominations and two wins. Born October 30, 1972, her Scorpio intensity fuels both comedic timing and dramatic depth.
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Biography
Jessica Hynes is an English actress, director and writer born October 30, 1972 in the United Kingdom. She rose to prominence as a comedy performer, most recognised for her role as Cheryl in The Royle Family across its run from 1998–2010. Hynes was also one of the stars, creators and writers of the cult sitcom Spaced from 1999–2001, a breakthrough that established her as both performer and creator.
Her television work spans multiple genres and decades. She played Siobhan Sharpe in the satirical mockumentaries Twenty Twelve (2011–2012) and its follow-up W1A (2014–2017), roles that showcased her precision in sketch-comedy character work. She starred in the BBC drama Years and Years in 2019 and Miss Austen in 2025, demonstrating her range beyond comedy. She also portrayed Emily Yates in There She Goes across 2018–2023.
In film, Hynes has appeared across multiple franchises: the Bridget Jones series (2004–2016), Nativity films (2012–2018), and the Paddington series (2017–2024). Her accolades include five BAFTA nominations with two wins, two International Emmy nominations, a Tony Award nomination, a Laurence Olivier Award nomination, three Royal Television Society Award nominations (winning two), and three British Comedy Award nominations (winning two). As a Scorpio born in 1972, her Life Path number is 5, reflecting her adaptability across multiple creative disciplines—acting, writing, and directing.
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Trivia
- Hynes was one of the creators and writers of Spaced (1999–2001) alongside her co-stars, not just a performer in the show.
- She has won two BAFTA Awards from five nominations.
- Her film appearances span three major family franchises: Bridget Jones, Nativity, and Paddington.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Free Spirit
Restless and adventurous. Jessica Hynes reinvent often: new sounds, new platforms, new cities. Expect career pivots over decades.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- IsaacMonkey · 2004
- Griffin GluckDragon · 2000
- Jade PettyjohnDragon · 2000
- Ruby StokesDragon · 2000
- Lindsay CollinsDragon · 2000
CHALLENGING
- Ádám SimonHorse · 1990
- Chris Colfer
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Frequently asked
- How old is Jessica Hynes?
- Jessica Hynes is 53 years old (born October 30, 1972).
- When is Jessica Hynes's birthday?
- Jessica Hynes was born on October 30, 1972.
- What is Jessica Hynes's zodiac sign?
- Jessica Hynes is a Scorpio, born October 30, 1972.
- What is Jessica Hynes's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Jessica Hynes was born in 1972, the year of the Water Rat.
- Where is Jessica Hynes from?
- Jessica Hynes is from United Kingdom.
- What does Jessica Hynes do?
- Jessica Hynes is a writer.
- Is Jessica Hynes still alive?
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