Naomi Watts

Watts in 2013, photo by Prphotos

Birth Name: Naomi Ellen Watts

Place of Birth: Tonbridge, Kent, England, U.K.

Date of Birth: 28 September, 1968

Ethnicity: English, Welsh

Naomi Watts is a British and Australian actress and producer. Her roles include Mulholland Drive, The Ring, King Kong, Eastern Promises, Funny Games (2007), St. Vincent, Demolition, The Book of Henry, and Goodnight Mommy.

Naomi was born in Tonbridge, Kent, England, and was raised in England, and Anglesey in North Wales, during her early years. When she was fourteen, she moved to Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, with her mother.

Her father, Peter Watts (Peter Anthony Watts), a road manager and sound engineer, worked with musicians, including Pink Floyd. Her mother, Myfanwy (“Miv”) Edwards (née Roberts), is a costume and set designer, and antiques dealer. Her brother is photographer Ben Watts.

Naomi has two children with her former partner, actor Liev Schreiber.

Naomi’s paternal grandfather was named Anthony Watts.

Naomi’s paternal grandmother was named Jane P. G. Rolt.

Naomi’s maternal grandfather was named Hugh/Huw Roberts. Hugh was Welsh.

Naomi’s maternal grandmother was named Nikki. Nikki likely was born in Australia.

Source: Genealogy of Naomi Watts –

Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

Gaming, Esports & Interactive Media Writer

Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.

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