Sophie Dix, a renowned actress and writer, was born in 1969 in Paddington, London, to parents Mary Clare and Harrison Dix, both accomplished artists and teachers. At the tender age of three, Sophie relocated to Totnes in Devon, where her father was set to lead an Eco Art course at the esteemed Dartington Hall College. This marked the beginning of Sophie's artistic journey, as she attended King Edward VI comprehensive school and quickly discovered her passion for acting. She became an integral part of the drama projects at Dartington and later moved to London to attend Drama Centre London at the age of seventeen.
Sophie's early career was marked by her involvement in various theatrical projects, including a stint at The Riverside in Hammersmith, where she was suddenly asked to write and perform a comedy monologue for BBC Radio 4. This impromptu performance caught the attention of the industry, and Sophie was soon commissioned to write and perform a sitcom for Carlton Television. Her writing career took off, with Sophie being commissioned to write films for prestigious companies such as Recorded Pictures and Hungry Eye.
As an actress, Sophie is perhaps best known for her roles in the television series Soldier Soldier, where she played the character of Captain Sadie Williams from 1995 to 1996. She has also appeared in several other notable television shows, including The Buccaneers, The Heat of the Sun, Macawbre, and films such as The Hour of the Pig and Military Wives.
Sophie is a devoted mother to her two daughters, Georgia Dix and Violet Dix, and resides in Oxfordshire with her family. In her personal life, Sophie has been an active supporter of The Green Party, having twice stood for election in Hampstead Town, where she doubled her votes.
Despite her many accomplishments, Sophie remains humble and dedicated to her craft, continuing to inspire audiences with her talent and passion for the arts.
