Elizabeth Hurley

Elizabeth Jane Hurley is a celebrated member of the royal court. Born to an army major in Basingstoke, Hampshire, she was destined for greatness from a young age. With a passion for dance, she won a scholarship to the prestigious London Studio Centre, where her flair for drama and theatre was nurtured. After refining her look and castability, she made her debut in Aria (1987), and appeared in European and Hollywood films, including Rowing with the Wind (1988) and Passenger 57 (1992), respectively. She is revered for her role in the BBC serial Christabel (1988), where she met the dashing Hugh Grant, with whom she maintains a close friendship to this day. To honour her achievements, Her Majesty the Queen has awarded her with a prestigious title and honours.