Billie Piper

TV Actress

Billie Paul Piper is an English actress and former singer. She initially gained recognition as a singer after releasing her debut single "Because We Want To" at age 15, which made her the youngest woman to ever enter at number one on the UK Singles Chart. Her follow-up single "Girlfriend" also entered at number one.

Full Name

Billie Paul Piper

Birthday

Sep 22, 1982

deathday

AGE

BORN

England

BIrth SIGN

Virgo

RElationship

Divorced

Height

5′ 5″

Net Worth

$12M

About

Billie Piper was born on September 22, 1982 in Swindon, England. Her birth name is Leian Paul Piper, and she is the daughter of Paul Victor Piper and Mandy Kane Kent. Billie's parents separated when she was 7 years old and she was raised by her mother in Swindon. She studied at the Sylvia Young Theatre School from an early age and started her career as a pop singer at the age of 15, releasing her debut single "Because We Want To" which went straight to number one in the UK charts.

She released two other albums over the next two years before deciding to focus on acting rather than singing. In 1998, Billie made her television debut playing Rose Tyler in Doctor Who, which earned her critical acclaim and led to further roles in Secret Diary of a Call Girl (2007-11), Penny Dreadful (2014-16) and Collateral (2018). Alongside her television work she has starred in several films such as The Calcium Kid (2004), Things to do Before You're 30 (2005) and How I Live Now (2013).

In addition to acting, Billie is also a published author having written two autobiographies Growing Pains (2003) and Billy (2006). She is currently married to actor Laurence Fox with whom she has two children; Winston James Fox born 2008 and Eugene Pip Fox born 2012.

Life Timeline

<div id="" class="timeline-item"><p id="" class="timeline-year">1982</p><h3 id="" class="timeline-title">Billie Piper is Born</h3><p id="" class="timeline-text">On September 22, 1982, Billie Piper was born in Swindon, Wiltshire, England.</p></div>

<div id="" class="timeline-item"><p id="" class="timeline-year">1998</p><h3 id="" class="timeline-title">Debut Single "Because We Want To"</h3><p id="" class="timeline-text">Released debut single "Because We Want To", which became the fastest selling debut single by a female artist in the UK.</p></div>

<div id="" class="timeline-item"><p id="" class="timeline-year">1999</p><h3 id="" class="timeline-title">Lead Role in Doctor Who</h3><p id="" class="timeline-text">Takes on the lead role of Rose Tyler in the BBC's Doctor Who series.</p></div>

<div id="" class="timeline-item"><p id="" class="timeline-year">2005</p><h3 id="" class="timeline-title">Wins National Television Award for Most Popular Actress</h3><p id="" class="timeline-text">Wins National Television Award for Most Popular Actress for her role in Doctor Who.</p></div>

<div id="" class="timeline-item"><p id="" class="timeline-year">2014</p><h3 id="" class="timeline-title">Appears in Sci-Fi Series Outcast</h3><p id="" class="timeline-text">Takes on the lead role of Kyle Barnes in the Cinemax sci-fi horror series Outcast.</p></div>

<div id="" class="timeline-item"><p id="" class="timeline-year">2017</p><h3 id="" class="timeline-title">Lead Role in Collateral TV Series</h3><p id="" class="timeline-text">Takes on the lead role of Kailah in the BBC's four part TV series Collateral.</p></div>

<div id="" class="timeline-item"><p id="" class="timeline-year">2019</p><h3 id="" class="timeline-title">Joins Cast of I Hate Suzie</h3><p id="" class="timeline-text">Joins the cast of Sky Atlantic/HBO comedy series I Hate Suzie as its lead character, Suzie Pickles.</p></div>

Why We Love Them

<div id="" class="whywelove-item"><h3 id="" class="whywelove-title"><span class="whywelove-leter">A.</span> She's an Amazing Actress</h3><p id="" class="whywelove-text">Billie Piper is an amazing actress and has been in some of the most acclaimed TV shows, like Doctor Who and Secret Diary of a Call Girl. Her performances are always powerful and memorable, making her stand out as one of the best actresses of her generation.</p></div>

<div id="" class="whywelove-item"><h3 id="" class="whywelove-title"><span class="whywelove-leter">B.</span> She's Talented in Multiple Fields</h3><p id="" class="whywelove-text">Billie Piper not only excels as an actress but she is also a talented singer and dancer. She has released albums, starred in stage musicals, and choreographed dance routines for herself and other actors.</p></div>

<div id="" class="whywelove-item"><h3 id="" class="whywelove-title"><span class="whywelove-leter">C.</span> She's a Role Model for Women</h3><p id="" class="whywelove-text">Billie Piper is a strong role model for women everywhere. Through her work in various media outlets, she promotes positive body image, encourages women to be confident in their own skin, and empowers them to reach their goals.</p></div>

Interesting Facts

<div id="" class="facts-item"><h3 id="" class="facts-title"><span class="facts-number">1.</span> Was the Youngest Artist to Have a Number One Song in the UK</h3><p id="" class="facts-text">At the age of 15, Billie Piper became the youngest artist to have a number one single in the UK with her song "Because We Want To."</p></div>

<div id="" class="facts-item"><h3 id="" class="facts-title"><span class="facts-number">2.</span> Professional Stage Actress</h3><p id="" class="facts-text">After rising to fame as a pop singer, Billie Piper went on to become a professional stage actress. She starred in productions such as "Treats," "The Effect," and "Great Britain" at the National Theatre.</p></div>

<div id="" class="facts-item"><h3 id="" class="facts-title"><span class="facts-number">3.</span> Achieved Success as an Author</h3><p id="" class="facts-text">Billie Piper has also achieved success as an author. Two of her books, "Growing Pains" and "Lipstick Jungle," were released in 2009 and received positive reviews from critics.</p></div>

<div id="" class="facts-item"><h3 id="" class="facts-title"><span class="facts-number">4.</span> Starred in Doctor Who</h3><p id="" class="facts-text">Billie Piper starred in the beloved British sci-fi series Doctor Who alongside Christopher Eccleston and David Tennant. She played the role of Rose Tyler, a companion of the Doctor.</p></div>