Becky Simpson was born in Greater Manchester and raised in Todmorden, West Yorkshire, in a creative environment. Her father, Dave Simpson, is a professional writer, and her mother, Diane Whitley, started her career as an actress before moving into writing, producing, and directing. This led to Becky's natural interest in the arts and her own creative pursuits.
At the age of 8, Becky was given the opportunity to play the role of Lottie in a radio adaptation of The Little Princess, which was produced by a family friend. Her parents noticed her talent for acting and encouraged her to pursue more roles. Becky went on to have a string of radio roles, including the part of Spoonface Steinberg, the inner monologue of an 8-year-old autistic girl dying of cancer, in a BBC Radio 4 play that received critical acclaim and several awards.
Becky's success in radio led to her being signed with Jane Hollowood Associates, who represented her in the acting world. She went on to appear in several TV shows, including Always and Everyone, Peak Practice, and Doctors, as well as the 6-part drama See How They Run for CBBC, which was filmed in Australia.
After taking a break from acting, Becky studied Creative Writing at the University of Leeds, graduating in 2007. She has been writing since the age of 9 and has written several films, including Thinking Straight, which was screened at several festivals worldwide. She has also written feature films, treatments, and first episodes for TV dramas and has been working on developing her own projects.
In addition to her work in film and TV, Becky was a member of The Wes Paul Band, playing guitar, bass, drums, keyboards, and violin. She was the band's publicity manager and later became the bass player in their new lineup. She has also written her own songs and continues to pursue her passion for music.
Becky Simpson's career has been marked by her versatility and creativity, with a range of experiences in acting, writing, and music. She is a talented and accomplished individual who has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry.
