Ella Kenion has enjoyed a long and illustrious career as a talented actress, successfully traversing both the stage and screen with ease and aplomb.
Following a string of notable stage credits, including a stint with the esteemed Royal Shakespeare Company, where she was directed by the renowned Sir Peter Hall, Ella's focus shifted to television, where she quickly made a name for herself in the realm of comedy, impressing audiences with her exceptional characterization and impeccable comic timing.
Her breakthrough role came alongside Martin Freeman in the 2007 film Hardware, where she brought the character of Julie to life with her remarkable talent. This was soon followed by appearances in two series of The Catherine Tate Show on BBC2 and Swinging on Channel 5.
Ella's most iconic role to date is undoubtedly that of Mrs. Cakeworthy, a part she played with great flair and dedication in 30 episodes across four series of The Green Green Grass between 2005 and 2009.
As a versatile and sought-after actress, Ella has also had the privilege of playing the lead role of Mia in the Sky Living series Gates, as well as guest roles in a range of popular shows, including Doctor Who, Cuckoo, Heading Out & Big Bad World. In 2015, she made a memorable appearance in the hit US comedy Episodes, and in 2017, she joined the cast of BBC1's New Tricks.
In recent years, Ella has been seen in her regular lead role as Captain Sinker on CBeebies' popular children's show Swashbuckle.
In addition to her work in television, Ella has also had the opportunity to tread the boards at the National Theatre, where she starred in Emil & The Detectives in March 2014.
As if her impressive list of credits weren't enough, Ella has also lent her voice to various characters in the animated series Iconicles for CBBC and The Hive for CITV, further solidifying her reputation as a talented and in-demand actress.
