Talulah Riley

Talulah Riley
Name	Talulah Riley
Caption	Riley in 2014
Birth name	Talulah Jane Riley-Milburn
Birth date	26 September 1985
Birth place	Hertfordshire, England
Occupation	Actress, writer
Years active	2003–present
Spouse	Elon Musk, (m. 2010; div. 2012), Elon Musk, (m. 2013; div. 2016)
Alma mater	Open University

Talulah Riley. Talulah Jane Riley-Milburn is an English actress and writer, known for her roles in both film and television. She gained significant attention for her portrayal of Mary Bennet in the 2005 film adaptation of *Pride & Prejudice* and later for her recurring role as Angela on the HBO science-fiction series *Westworld*. Her career spans notable projects in the United Kingdom and Hollywood, alongside her work as a novelist.

Early life and education

Born in Hertfordshire, she is the daughter of Una Riley, a security expert, and Doug Milburn, a National Crime Squad officer. She attended Haberdashers' Aske's School for Girls before studying natural sciences at the Open University. Her early interest in performing arts led her to pursue acting, securing her first professional role while still in her teens.

Acting career

Riley's breakthrough came with her film debut as Mary Bennet in Joe Wright's 2005 adaptation of *Pride & Prejudice*, starring alongside Keira Knightley and Matthew Macfadyen. She subsequently appeared in the BBC television film *The Ruby in the Smoke* and its sequel, *The Shadow in the North*, based on novels by Philip Pullman. Her film work includes roles in *St Trinian's*, its sequel *St Trinian's 2: The Legend of Fritton's Gold*, and the science-fiction thriller *The Boat That Rocked*. In 2013, she starred in the ITV drama *The Pride* and later gained international recognition for her role as Angela, a host programmer, on the acclaimed HBO series *Westworld*. Other television credits include appearances on Doctor Who and Agatha Christie's Marple.

Personal life

Riley was married to technology entrepreneur Elon Musk twice; they first married in 2010 at Dornoch Cathedral in Scotland, divorced in 2012, remarried in 2013, and finalized their divorce in 2016. She has been open about her experiences in the public eye due to this association. Riley is also a trained pianist and has expressed interests in quantum physics and writing outside of her acting work. She maintains a residence in Los Angeles while frequently returning to the United Kingdom.

Filmography

A selected list of her film and television appearances includes *Pride & Prejudice* (2005), *The Ruby in the Smoke* (2006), *St Trinian's* (2007), *The Boat That Rocked* (2009), *Inception* (2010) in a minor role, *The Knot* (2012), *The Pride* (2013), *Westworld* (2016–2018), and *Blood Moon* (2021). She also appeared in an episode of the long-running series Doctor Who titled "The Rebel Flesh" / "The Almost People".

Stage work

Riley has performed in several theatrical productions in London's West End. She made her stage debut in a 2009 production of The Credeaux Canvas at the Trafalgar Studios. In 2014, she starred in a revival of The Sexual Neuroses of Our Parents at the Theatre 503. Her stage work demonstrates a commitment to classical and contemporary theatre, complementing her screen career.

Writing and other ventures

Beyond acting, Riley is an accomplished writer, having authored two novels. Her first novel, *Acts of Love*, was published in 2016, and her second, *My Lord, the Devil*, was released in 2021. She has written articles for publications such as The Guardian and has expressed a long-term interest in scientific communication, particularly regarding quantum mechanics. Riley has also been involved in technology and entrepreneurship circles, occasionally participating in discussions and events related to artificial intelligence and space exploration, sectors associated with her former spouse's companies, SpaceX and Tesla.

Category:English film actresses Category:English television actresses Category:English women novelists Category:1985 births Category:Living people