Rae Hendrie, 1977
Actors · January 1, 1977
Rae Hendrie
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Rae Hendrie is 49 years old, born January 1, 1977 in United Kingdom · Capricorn.
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About
Rae Hendrie played Jess Mackenzie on the BBC series Monarch of the Glen, then pivoted to casting—a career spanning over a decade across prestige UK television. Born in Scotland in 1976, she sang in classical concerts as a child and appeared in Taggart and EastEnders before moving behind the camera. A Capricorn with Life Path 8, she shared the 2021 RTS Award for Best Casting on Industry with Julie Harkin.
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Biography
Rae Hendrie transitioned from screen acting to become a prolific UK casting director, her work spanning Hotel Portofino, Bookish, The Couple Next Door, Moonflower Murders, Suspect, Patience, Trigger Point, and Industry. Born in Scotland, she grew up singing in classical concerts and later incorporated music into her on-screen roles. Her acting credits include Jess Mackenzie on BBC's Monarch of the Glen, a 2002 Taggart episode as Sadie McPhail, and a 2006 EastEnders appearance as Briony Campbell. Before entering the entertainment industry full-time, she worked as a London classroom assistant with children who had special education needs. Her casting work earned recognition when she shared the 2021 RTS Award for Best Casting with Julie Harkin on Industry, cementing over a decade of industry presence. As an actor, Hendrie performed across television drama and light entertainment. Scottish-born, she represents a generation of UK television professionals who transitioned successfully between on-camera and off-camera roles. Her Life Path 8 suggests an affinity for authority, material success, and leadership—traits reflected in her casting director role shaping major productions.
★ ORIGIN
Before Fame
Before becoming known for Monarch of the Glen, Rae Hendrie sang in classical concerts as a child and later worked as a London classroom assistant supporting children with special education needs. She built foundational experience in performance and educational settings before transitioning to professional acting roles in television.
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Trivia
- She sang in classical concerts as a child and continued singing in her acting roles, including on Monarch of the Glen.
- Prior to her television career, she worked as a classroom assistant in London with children requiring special education support.
- She shared the 2021 RTS Award for Best Casting with fellow casting director Julie Harkin for their work on Industry.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Powerhouse
Driven and business-minded. Rae Hendrie extend their craft into ownership: labels, production companies, brand lines.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- Tian XiweiOx · 1997
- Janhvi KapoorOx · 1997
- Bella MacleanOx · 1997
- Jung Chae-yeonOx · 1997
- Charithra ChandranOx · 1997
CHALLENGING
- Kendall JennerPig · 1995
- Brian May
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Frequently asked
- How old is Rae Hendrie?
- Rae Hendrie is 49 years old (born January 1, 1977).
- When is Rae Hendrie's birthday?
- Rae Hendrie was born on January 1, 1977.
- What is Rae Hendrie's zodiac sign?
- Rae Hendrie is a Capricorn, born January 1, 1977.
- What is Rae Hendrie's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Rae Hendrie was born in 1977, the year of the Fire Snake.
- Where is Rae Hendrie from?
- Rae Hendrie is from United Kingdom.
- What does Rae Hendrie do?
- Rae Hendrie is a actor.
- Is Rae Hendrie still alive?
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