Jemma Powell (born 25 July 1980) is a British actress. She is known for portraying Barbara Wright in several Doctor Who audio stories.

Career

Powell made her screen debut in 2001, in '' The Hole''. She is known for her roles in films such as

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. Powell also played screen actress

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in the '' Doctor Who'' spin-off drama ''

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series was created, in 2013, and has also recorded several audio plays starring as Hill's on-screen character Barbara Wright since 2017. Her theatre work includes ''

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. She played Anya.

Personal life and family

Jemma is married to the English singer-songwriter Jack Savoretti. They have three children.

Filmography

References

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* {{DEFAULTSORT:Powell, Jemma English film actresses Living people English stage actresses 21st-century English actresses Alumni of the Oxford School of Drama 1980 births