Rebecca Ferguson
Written and reviewed by Emma Carter Updated August 21, 2026 Fact checked August 21, 2026





Interesting Biography Facts
Real name
Rebecca Louisa Ferguson Sundström
Occupation
actress
Birth Date
October 19, 1983
Age
42 years
Zodiac Sign
Libra
Birthplace
Stockholm, Sweden
Education
Adolf Fredrik's Music School
Nationality
Swedish
Rebecca Ferguson family members
Father's Name
Olov Sundström
Mother's Name
Rosemary Ferguson
Siblings names
three siblings
Is Rebecca Ferguson a lesbian/bisexual?
No
What is Rebecca Ferguson marital status?
Married to Rory St. Clair Gainer since 2018; two children
Who is Rebecca Ferguson husband?
Rory St. Clair Gainer
When did get married?
December 2018
How many children does she have?
2 children (son Isac and daughter Saga)
Rebecca Ferguson was born in Stockholm to Rosemary Ferguson, an English mother, and Olov Sundström, a Swedish father. She grew up bilingual and began working in modeling and television as a teenager.
Ferguson has a son, Isac, from her former relationship with Ludwig Hallberg and a daughter, Saga, with her husband Rory St. Clair Gainer. The family lives in the United Kingdom and keeps the children largely outside public life.
Rebecca Ferguson husband
Rory St. Clair Gainer (husband)
Ferguson and businessman Rory St. Clair Gainer began their relationship in 2016 and married in December 2018. They have a daughter, Saga.
Ludwig Hallberg (former partner)
Ferguson previously had a long-term relationship with Swedish therapist Ludwig Hallberg. Their son, Isac, was born in 2007.
Rebecca Ferguson kids
Isac Hallberg (son with Ludwig Hallberg)
Born in 2007, Isac is Ferguson’s older child. His parents have kept his daily life private.
Saga (daughter with Rory St. Clair Gainer)
Born in 2018, Saga is Ferguson and Gainer’s daughter. The family has not publicized further personal details.
Who are Rebecca Ferguson parents?
Rosemary Ferguson (mother)
The actress is very close to her mother, who comes from a British noble family. Rosemary is rumored to be a distant relative of Sarah Ferguson, the ex-wife of Prince Andrew, Duke of York.
Rosemary spent her youth in England, where she partied with many bright personalities of that time, including Sean Connery. Now Rebecca jokes, that he could be her father.
Rosemary moved from England to Sweden at the age of 25. There she got married and gave birth to the future movie star and our today heroine.
Now Ferguson tells that her mother has made a great impact on her. She was the person, working in the field of culture. Rosemary collaborated with many Swedish celebrities of that era, including the cult band ABBA.
It was she, who convinced her daughter Rebecca to try modeling and acting. Now the mother and her stellar child are very close. Recently Rosemary retired and moved from Stockholm to Simrishamn to see her daughter and grandchildren regularly.
Olov Sundström (father)
Date of birth: October 30, 1955
Rebecca Ferguson is the daughter of a successful father. Olov Sundström is a rich businessman and the founding member of a number of Swedish companies. He studied Law and Economy at Stockholm University. Currently, he serves as a CEO of Norstedts Juridik, the company, which provides juridical services.
Although Olov separated from Rebecca’s mother when his daughter was still a kid, he maintained cordial relationships with her and he is very proud of her achievements. Olov resides in Sollefteå, Sweden as of now. He is married to Lena Elizabeth Sundström, who is one year older than him.
Rebecca Ferguson siblings
Maria Sundström (younger sister)
Rebecca has a younger sister Maria. The girls can’t see each other very often, but they stay connected via phone and personal messages. Maria is proud of her big sister and considers her a role model for herself. The young woman lives in Lidingö (the east of Stockholm) and is in long-term relationships with Sebastian Wallin.
Cecilia Himmelstrand Sundström (younger sister)
Date of birth: April 29, 1998
Cecilia is another of Rebecca’s younger sister. She has just turned 20, and a year ago she moved from her parents’ home to a rented condo. Now the girl lives independently. She earns her money as a model. Cecilia is closely-knitted with Rebecca. She has even visited her sister at Mission: Impossible set and made a cute photo with Tom Cruise.
Rebecca Ferguson has one more sibling, whose name is undisclosed.
Bio
Rebecca Louisa Ferguson Sundström is a Swedish actor born on October 19, 1983, in Stockholm. She first became known on Swedish television and gained international attention through the miniseries “The White Queen.”
Her major film roles include Ilsa Faust in the “Mission: Impossible” series, Lady Jessica in “Dune” and “Dune: Part Two,” and roles in “The Greatest Showman,” “Doctor Sleep” and “A House of Dynamite.” She stars in and executive-produces Apple TV+’s “Silo” and returns in “Dune: Part Three.” Ferguson married Rory St. Clair Gainer in 2018 and has two children.
Interesting and fun facts
- Ferguson grew up bilingual in Swedish and English.
- “The White Queen” brought her a Golden Globe nomination.
- She played Ilsa Faust in three “Mission: Impossible” films.
- She stars in and executive-produces “Silo.”
- She has a son and a daughter.
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