Oona Chaplin

Sam Adamson

Oona Chaplin is a Spanish actress who comes from the legendary Chaplin family. Raised in a creatively rich environment, she initially developed a strong passion for dance and trained extensively in several dance forms before ultimately shifting her focus toward acting. Determined to build her own identity in the industry, Oona made her on-screen debut in 2007 and spent the early years of her career taking on smaller roles while refining her craft. Her breakthrough came when she began attracting international attention through television projects such as The Hour and Game of Thrones. Since then, Chaplin has steadily built a solid portfolio across film and television, earning recognition for choosing diverse, character-driven roles.

Quick Facts:

Full Name	Oona Castilla Chaplin
Born	June 4, 1986
Profession	Actress
Notable Work	Game of Thrones, Taboo, The Longest Ride
Education	Gordonstoun School; Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA)
Active Since	2007
Height	5 ft 7 in (170 cm)
Shoe Size	US 9
Net Worth	Estimated at $10 million
Fun Fact	Granddaughter of Charlie Chaplin

Oona Chaplin Personal Details:

Complete Name: Oona Castilla Chaplin
Nicknames: Oona
Date of Birth: June 4, 1986
Birthplace: Madrid, Spain
Nationality: Spanish
Occupation: Actress
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Race/Ethnicity: White
Eye Color: Light Brown
Hair Color: Dark Brown

Oona Chaplin Family Details:

Oona Chaplin comes from one of cinema’s most historically significant families. She is the granddaughter of comedy legend Charlie Chaplin. Her mother, Geraldine Chaplin, is an acclaimed actress, while her father, Patricio Castilla, is a Chilean cinematographer.

Father: Patricio Castilla (Cinematographer)
Mother: Geraldine Chaplin (Actress)
Siblings: Shane Chaplin Saura (Older Half-Brother)
Marital Status: Not married
Children: None

Oona Chaplin Relationships History:

Alex Lanipekun (Actor)

Oona Chaplin Body Measurements:

Oona Chaplin has a balanced, slender build. At 5 ft 7 in, her height sits slightly above the global average for actresses.

Measurement	Value
Height	5 ft 7 in (170 cm)
Weight	57 kg (126lbs)
Bust	36 in
Cup Size	B
Waist	25 in
Hips	35 in
Shoe Size	9 (US)

Oona Chaplin vs Industry Averages

Metric	Oona Chaplin	Industry Average (TV Actresses)
Height	5 ft 7 in	5 ft 5 in
Build	Slender/balanced	Rectangle (most common)

Measurement Variations Over Time

Early career: Slim frame during the stage and indie film work
Mid-career: Stable proportions during international TV roles

Oona Chaplin Career Highlights:

Early Career

Oona Chaplin began her acting career with European films and stage work after completing formal training at RADA.

International Recognition

Her portrayal of Talisa Maegyr in Game of Thrones introduced her to a global audience. Since she has continued to land prominent roles in major film and TV productions, such as The Crimson Field, Taboo, and Avatar.

Top Filmography:

Title	Role	Year(s)
Game of Thrones	Talisa Maegyr	2012–2013
Taboo	Zilpha Geary	2017
The Longest Ride	Ruth Levinson	2015
The Comey Rule	Lisa Page	2020

Oona Chaplin Net Worth:

Estimated Net Worth: $10 million

Primary Income Sources

International television salaries
Film roles in European and U.S. productions

Career Phase: Established

Industry comparison

Near average for internationally active actresses without franchise-level contracts.

Oona Chaplin Interesting Facts:

She is fluent in Spanish, French, and English.
She grew up across multiple European countries.
Renowned actor Sir Charlie Chaplin is her maternal grandfather.
She is trained in dance forms like salsa, flamenco, and ballet.
Oona was named after her maternal grandmother, Oona O’Neill Chaplin.
She auditioned for the female lead role in the 2008 Bond film “Quantum of Solace”, but it ultimately went to Gemma Arterton.

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