Eddie Redmayne, known for his acclaimed roles in Fantastic Animals, The theory of everythingand The Danish girlHe keeps his family life mostly private. Married to Hannah Bagshawe, Eddie’s story is one of friends turned lovers, as the two were close friends for a decade before beginning a romance. Their first date took them on an impromptu trip to Florence and the couple married on December 15, 2014. Together they have two children, Iris, eight, and Luke, six.

In interviews, Eddie has shared how difficult it can be to balance his acting career with family life, especially when acting in theater. However, lockdown provided him with unexpected family time, during which he enjoyed teaching his children, learning gardening skills and observing his daughter’s budding interest in music.

Eddie is not the only familiar face in his family; His older brother, James Redmayne, was a cricket star during his days at Oxford University and made his professional debut in 2000. Although James has since transitioned into the business world and now works at Searchlight Capital, his brief sporting career was a proud achievement for the Redmayne family.

Eddie and Hannah’s strong family life and close bond with James add layers to the actor’s life beyond Hollywood, revealing his dedication to both family and his craft.