Tilda Swinton
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👤 Bio & Residence
Full Name: Katherine Matilda Swinton
Date of Birth: November 5, 1960
Place of Birth: London, England, UK
Height: 179 cm (5′10″)
Weight: ~58 kg
Religion: Atheist
Nationality: British
Ancestry: Scottish aristocratic family
Languages: English, French
Marital Status: In a long-term relationship with Sandro Kopp
Children: Twins (Honor, Xavier)
Occupation: Actress, Artist
Education: University of Cambridge (Social & Political Sciences)
Net Worth: $14M+ (2025 estimate)
Total Social Followers: Millions worldwide
Businesses: Art installations, avant-garde projects
Notable Works: Michael Clayton, We Need to Talk About Kevin, Doctor Strange, Suspiria
Current Residence: Scotland
Number of Houses: Estates in the Highlands
🎓 Education & Early Life
- Born into the Swinton family, an ancient Scottish lineage.
- Attended exclusive boarding schools including West Heath Girls’ School with Princess Diana.
- Studied at Cambridge, where she acted with the Footlights.
🏆 Career Highlights & Timeline
- 1980s: Collaborations with director Derek Jarman in avant-garde films.
- 2007: Won Oscar for Best Supporting Actress in Michael Clayton.
- 2011: Acclaimed performance in We Need to Talk About Kevin.
- 2016–2017: Played The Ancient One in Marvel’s Doctor Strange.
- 2020s: Continued work in arthouse cinema and mainstream franchises.
🏅 Awards & Recognitions
- Academy Award for Michael Clayton.
- BAFTA, Golden Globe, and multiple festival awards.
- Honorary awards for contributions to independent cinema.
- Known as one of the most versatile actresses in modern film.
🧠 Did You Know?
- She once lived in a communal artistic home in Scotland.
- Frequently collaborates with directors Luca Guadagnino and Wes Anderson.
- Performed a live art installation sleeping in a glass box at MoMA.
- Played multiple roles in the same film, including Suspiria (2018).
- Close friends with fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld.
- Mother of twins, often keeps private family life in Scotland.
- Stands out for androgynous, avant-garde red carpet fashion.
- Known for eccentric but deeply transformative performances.
- Is a strong advocate for independent film festivals.
- Studied at Cambridge alongside Emma Thompson.
- Voiced characters in animation projects as well.
- Worked on humanitarian and climate causes globally.
- Fluent in both arthouse cinema and blockbusters.
- Won acclaim for her unique portrayal of gender-fluid roles.
- Her style is often described as futuristic and timeless.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tilda Swinton born and how old is she?
She was born on November 5, 1960; she is years old as of 2025.
Where is Tilda Swinton from and where does she live?
She is from London but now resides in the Scottish Highlands.
Which film won Tilda Swinton an Academy Award?
Michael Clayton (2007).
What is Tilda Swinton’s ancestry?
Scottish aristocratic family background.
Who is Tilda Swinton’s partner?
She is in a relationship with artist Sandro Kopp.
Does Tilda Swinton have children?
Yes—twins named Honor and Xavier.
What is Tilda Swinton’s net worth?
Public estimates place it around $14 million (2025).
What are Tilda Swinton’s most famous roles?
Michael Clayton, We Need to Talk About Kevin, Doctor Strange, Suspiria.
What is her educational background?
Studied Social and Political Sciences at Cambridge University.
Has Tilda Swinton worked in art projects?
Yes—she staged live performance art at MoMA.
What directors does she frequently collaborate with?
Derek Jarman, Luca Guadagnino, Wes Anderson.
What charities does she support?
Independent cinema, humanitarian, and environmental causes.
What is her reputation on the red carpet?
Androgynous, avant-garde, futuristic style.
Has she acted in Marvel films?
Yes—she played The Ancient One in Doctor Strange.
Is Tilda Swinton still active?
Yes—she continues working in films and art projects worldwide.