Angel Coulby (Angel Leonie Coulby) is an English actress born on 30th August 1980 in London, United Kingdom. She is popularly known for her role as Guinevere “Gwen” in Merlin.
Angel has a degree in acting at Queen Margaret University. She appeared in an episode of Scariest Places on Earth as a student who had an encounter with a ghost. Her breakthrough role came in 2001 when she was cast in the Johnny Vaughan vehicle ‘Orrible. She was later taken to play Gwen, a young woman who would later become Queen Guinevere, in the BBC One fantasy TV series Merlin.
She took the star role of the jazz singer Jessie in the BBC Two Stephen Poliakoff five-part 2013 drama serial Dancing on the Edge. She starred alongside Stephen Dillane and Clémence Poésy in The Tunnel, a British-French remake of Scandinavian crime drama, The Bridge.
Age and Birthday
Angel Coulby was born on 30 August 1980 in London, United Kingdom. She is 40 years old as of 2020, she celebrates her birthday on 30 August every year and her birth sign is Leo.
Height and Weight
Coulby is a woman of average stature, she also appears to be quite tall in stature in her photos. She stands at a height of 1.62 m and weighs 123 pounds.
Parents and Siblings
Leonie Coulby was born in London. Her father is of Black ethnicity and her mother is of white ethnicity. Her parents moved to Manhattan when she was six years old. Her siblings have not been publicly listed if any.
Angel Coulby Nationality
Angel Leonie Coulby was born in London, the United Kingdom, she is of English nationality by birth.
Angel Coulby Ethnicity
Coulby is Afro-Guyanese. She was born in London, United Kingdom to a black father and white mother.
Angel Coulby Boyfriend, Is she in a relationship?
Angel Coulby and Bradley James were both featured in ‘Merlin’ as Prince Arthur and Gwen (Maidservant of Morgana Pendragon). She later married Arthur when he became the king and she became the Queen of Camelot. Angel and Bradley began dating in August 2011.
Angel confirmed their relationship in 2012 when she was asked about kissing Bradley in Merlin and she said:
“You just do it, it’s like another part of the job. And, you know, Bradley and I, we’re mates. So, we just kind of got on with it and did it really. I think Bradley really enjoyed it…”
Angel Coulby Husband, Is she married?
Though Angel Coulby and her long-term boyfriend Bradley James have been together for a long time, they are not married yet.
Angel Coulby Measurements and Facts
Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Angel Coulby.
Angel Coulby Bio and Wiki
- Full Names: Angel Leonie Coulby
- Gender: Female
- Profession: Actress
- Nationality: British
- Race/ Ethnicity: Afro-Guyanese
- Religion: Not Known
- Sexual Orientation: Straight
Angel Coulby Age and Birthday
- Age: 40 years (2020)
- Zodiac Sign: Leo
- Date of Birth: 30 August 1980
- Place of Birth: London, United Kingdom
- Birthday: 30 August
Angel Coulby Body Measurements
- Body Measurements: To be updated
- Height: 1.62 m
- Weight: 126 pounds
- Eye Color: To be updated
- Hair Color: To be updated
- Shoe Size: Not Available
Angel Coulby Family and Relationship
- Father (Dad): To be updated
- Mother: To be updated
- Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): To be updated
- Marital Status: Engaged
- Spouse: Bradley James
- Children: 1
Angel Coulby Net Worth and Salary
- Net Worth: $5 million dollars (2020)
- Salary: To be updated
- Source of Income: Entertainment
Angel’s House and Cars
- Place of living: London
- Cars: Car Brand to be Updated
Angel Coulby Merlin—Gwen Merlin
Angel plays the role of Guinevere (Gwen) on the BBC series Merlin from 2008 to December 2012. Gwen is a humble and lowly maidservant who raises to become the Queen of Camelot.
In 2010 she was nominated in the fantasy series for the Golden Nymph Outstanding Actress in Drama Series’ Monte Carlo TV Festival Awards for her role.
Angel Coulby Net Worth
Angel Coulby has an estimated net worth of $5 million as of 2021. Through proceeds from her work as an actress, she has been able to accumulate a modest fortune. Despite her obvious riches, she prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.
Angel Coulby Movies and TV Shows
- Innocent as Detective Cathy Hudson
- Man In an Orange Shirt as Claudie
- Body Slam as Ruth
- Undercover as Julia Redhead
- Hooten & the Lady as Melina
- Thunderbirds Are Go as Tanusha “Kayo” Kyrano (voice)
- Dancing on the Edge as Jessie Taylor
- The Tunnel as Laura Roebuck
- Merlin as Guinevere “Gwen”
- Magicians as Receptionist
- Gina’s Laughing Gear as Nurse Jones
- Secret Life as Young Mum
- New Street Law as Sharon Weir
- Talk to Me as Faith
- The Visit as Rachael
- Life Is Wild
- Hustle as Alice
- Doctor Who as Katherine
- The Bill as Zoe Hughes
- Tripping Over as Charity
- The Jacket as Intern No. 2
- Murder Investigation Team as Lee Allanson
- The League of Gentlemen’s Apocalypse as Receptionist
- Imagine Me & You as Anna
- Vincent as Gillian Lafferty
- Making Waves as LMA Anita Cook
- As If as Amber
- Conviction as Jemma Ryan
- Holby City as Maxine Framley
- The Second Coming as PC Louise Fraser
- Manchild as Pippa
- Casualty as Sally
- Having It Off as Kylie Riley
- A Good Thief as Leah Pickering
- ‘Orrible as Shiv
- Scariest Places on Earth as Awassa Tact (scared student)
Frequently Asked Questions About Angel Coulby
Who is Angel Coulby?
Angel Leonie Coulby is an English actress popularly known for her role as Guinevere “Gwen” in Merlin.
How old is Angel Coulby?
Angel Coulby was born on 30 August 1980 in London, United Kingdom. She is 40 years old as of 2020, she celebrates her birthday on 30 August every year and her birth sign is Leo.
How tall is Angel Coulby?
Coulby is a woman of average stature, she also appears to be quite tall in stature in her photos. She stands at a height of 1.62 m and weighs 123 pounds.
Is Angel Coulby married?
Though Angel Coulby and her long-term boyfriend Bradley James have been together for a long time, they are not married yet.
How much is Angel Coulby worth?
Angel Coulby has an estimated net worth of $5 million as of 2020.
Where does Coulby live?
Because of security reasons, Angel has not shared her precise location of residence. We will immediately update this information if we get the location and images of her house.
Angel Coulby Interview on playing Guinevere in BBC One’s Merlin.
Please describe where Guinevere is at the start of the fifth series
Angel Coulby: Having married Arthur, she’s now Queen and is taking the role very, very seriously. She’s become the Queen I always thought she would be. She has all the characteristics for the role. She is innocent, strong, humble but noble. She possesses that a great humanity, kindness and love, but at the same time she’s not afraid to stand up and say what she thinks. She’s very honest because she has realised that quality is very important in her new role. However, she can also be quite ruthless as she is fiercely protective of Arthur and the kingdom. She has to make decisions which are quite harsh, but they are all done in the name of defending the ones she loves.
How would you characterize her relationship with Arthur now?
Angel Coulby: Arthur has changed and become much more responsible. He now takes much more notice of his heart – he’s not ashamed of his emotions anymore. Guinevere has deep respect for him. They work together very well and make a really good team. He confides in her and respects her opinion.
How does Guinevere get on with Merlin?
Angel Coulby: They’re still very good friends. He knows that she is Queen and he must respect that, but they’re still good mates. She approves of Merlin’s influence on Arthur. All the same, she would never want to get in the way of Merlin’s relationship with Arthur. She appreciates that they have a “bromance” and she enjoys their bantering. Arthur and Merlin take care of each other, but they’re also quite happy to mock each other. She doesn’t want to put a stop to that.
What is the jeopardy in this series?
Angel Coulby: It’s the ever-present threat of Morgana. People in Camelot always fear her because she is a grave danger to Arthur. Guinevere is less worried for her own safety and more concerned for Arthur and the kingdom. It’s painful having to live with that constant threat. You have to be always on your guard, aware that at any moment Morgana could just turn up and cause immense problems. Be afraid of Morgana, be very afraid!
Why does the series appeal in more than 180 countries?
Angel Coulby: From the very first episode of the very first series, I remember thinking that I felt a lot of affection for these characters. I was not alone. Viewers immediately liked them. They have been very well drawn. Also, the Arthurian legend has been often retold in so many different ways down the centuries. It’s a story that has really stood the test of time. It’s full of intrigue, magic and fantasy. At its heart, the show has this great leader in Arthur. We would all like to be led by someone so brave and chivalrous and with such a good heart. In addition, the series looks tremendous. The CGI is absolutely fantastic.
Why do you think the fantasy genre so popular right now?
Angel Coulby: People like to get lost in magic. In recent times, Harry Potter was one of the first big things that did that. You can lose yourself in a magical world because it’s so different from the world we normally live in. Also, as a writer, you can go anywhere and do anything. It’s exciting to be able to venture beyond the realms of everyday life. Immersing yourself in that is a very attractive prospect. Viewers love a bit of escapism.
Do you get a kick out of Merlin’s legions of fans all over the world?
Angel Coulby: Absolutely. The fans are been with us from the very beginning. They’ve enjoyed watching it grow and have stayed with us. Their numbers have increased dramatically over the years. When we first went to the chateau in France, we were met by four German girls sitting on a wall – I don’t know how they knew we were coming! Now it’s really exciting because hundreds of fans turn up to watch the filming. When you’re going off to a studio in Cardiff, you can forget about the fans. But in France, you can’t avoid them. It can be a little overwhelming sometimes. But it’s a real compliment because they’re so excited to see us, so you always have to smile. It doesn’t pay to get annoyed. We only exist because of them. They’re very friendly and they always tell you how much they love the show.
Finally, why do you think Merlin continues to be such a hit?
Angel Coulby: The show is a fundamentally fun watch – you can escape for an hour into this fantasy world and forget about all your daily worries. I’d certainly be a fan of it, if I wasn’t in it!