Zawe Ashton

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Actress, Playwright (1984)
Tue Jan 30 2024
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Relationship Timeline Of Zawe Ashton

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2022-03-01
Boyfriend : Tom Hiddleston
The two met during a play, and their on-screen romance turned into real-life love and connection.

Zawe Ashton is famous for being the fiance of the actor Tom Hiddleston. Zawe is an actress who has starred in movies and series like her fiance, Tom. The relationship between Zawe and Tom is quite interesting, from acting as a married couple in a movie to getting engaged in real life. 

Interested about who Zawe is and her relationship with Tom Hiddleston? Keep scrolling down to the article to uncover the life of Zawe, the wife of Tom, aka Loki. 

Meet Actress Zawe Ashton

Ashton is a talented actress, playwriter, and director from London. You might have recognized her from the show "Fresh Meat" or the play "Betrayal." Ashton has recently joined the MCU, playing Darin in the movie "The Marvels."

Zawe Ashton at the British Independent Film Awards.
Zawe Ashton at the British Independent Film Awards.
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There is more to Zawe than just acting, she is more than just an actress. She's also a playwright. Her first play named "Harm's Way" was nominated for a Verity Bargate Award. Apart from plays, Ashton has even written a novel called "Character Breakdown."

People have noticed how good Ashton is on the big screen, and she got a Screen Nation Award for her film performance. These are just a few of Zawe's accomplishments and there's more to come. 

Early Life of Zawe Ashton

Ashton was born on July 25, 1984, in Hackney, London. She is the oldest of three kids, and her mom is from Uganda, while her dad is English. Her grandad, Paulo Muwanga, was a big deal in Uganda as he was the President and later Prime Minister. 

Zawe Ashton at the Royal Academy of Arts.
Zawe Ashton at the Royal Academy of Arts.
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Zawe got into acting early, she started at the Anna Scher Theatre School when she was just six and joined the National Youth Theatre. After finishing school, she learned acting at Manchester Metropolitan University and got a degree in acting.

After graduating, Ashton had a diverse and successful career. She began her acting journey in the theater, gradually moving on to roles in movies and TV series. 

Explore the Career of Zawe Ashton

Let's discuss Ashton's career. She is not just good at acting but is a great playwright as well. Her career is really interesting, at just 16, she won the London Poetry Slam Championships. Seven years later, her play "Harm’s Way" was nominated for an award.

Zawe Ashton from a scene in the movie "Mr. Malcolm's List."
Zawe Ashton from a scene in the movie "Mr. Malcolm's List."
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Zawe jumped to acting from plays. She made her on-screen debut in 2009 with the movie "St Trinian's 2." Two years later, Ashton starred in Channel 4’s "Fresh Meat," with which she became most famous, becoming a turning point in her career.

In 2019, Zawe acted with fiancé Tom Hiddleston in "Betrayal." She joined "The Handmaid's Tale" in 2021 and starred in her first-period drama, "Mr. Malcolm's List." Ashton had a big role in the 2023 Marvel Studios movie "The Marvels." 

From On-Screen Romance to Real-Life Love

They say they met in 2019, but they might have met earlier. Zawe and Tom first crossed paths at a charity event in 2018. This led to Zawe getting an offer to act alongside Tom in the play "Betrayal." After that, they possibly grew closer and started dating.

Zawe Ashton together with her fiance Tom Hiddleston.
Zawe Ashton together with her fiance Tom Hiddleston.
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Zawe and Tom have a special relationship that mixes work and romance. They first crossed paths in 2019 while acting together in "Betrayal." Their on-stage chemistry turned into a real-life connection, leading to their engagement. 

Their relationship took a big step when they confirmed their engagement in March 2022 after appearing together at the BAFTAs, mentioned in an article in PEOPLE. Tom Hiddleston, who usually keeps things private, happily shared the news when asked about the engagement.

Is Zawe Ashton on Social Media? 

Yes, Ashton is active on Instagram. You can find her there with the username @zawe, where she has more than 150k followers. She uses Instagram to share updates about her upcoming movies and to showcase her fashion style. However, she doesn't use any other social media platforms besides Instagram. 

On the other hand, her fiancé, Tom, is quite famous and active on several platforms such as Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. He's well-known for playing "Loki" in the Marvel Universe and has an impressive social media following, with over 24 million followers across these platforms. 

How Much is Zawe's Net Worth? 

Ashton's estimated net worth is around $7 million, which is quite good and comparable to Sophie Rundle's net worth. However, when you compare it to her fiancé Tom Hiddleston's net worth of over $40 million, there's a significant difference. 

Even though there's a big gap in their wealth, Zawe has achieved success in theater, movies, and TV, earning praise for roles like "Othello" and "Betrayal." However, her net worth is smaller compared to Tom's, who is recognized for his work in more than 40 films and TV shows.

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