India de Beaufort is a talented actress, singer, and dancer hailing from England. With her diverse skill set and captivating on-screen presence, she has made a mark in the entertainment industry. Here’s a brief account of India de Beaufort’s biography, career, family, and education
Full Name | India Beaufort Lloyd |
Born | June 27, 1987 |
Birthplace | Kingston upon Thames, London, England |
Nationality | British |
Occupation | Actress, singer, dancer |
Years Active | 1999–present |
Spouse | Todd Grinnell (m. 2018) |
Children | 1 |
Education | Esher College, Laine Theatre Arts |
Early Life and Education
India de Beaufort was born on June 27, 1987, in Kingston upon Thames, London, England. Her mother, Karen de Beaufort, is a British-Swiss jewelry designer, and her father, Nick Lloyd, is a British music composer. De Beaufort’s father is of Indian and Dutch descent, while her mother has German ancestry.
Growing up, India de Beaufort showed a strong inclination towards performing arts. She attended Esher College, a local high school in Surrey, England. Later, she enrolled at Laine Theatre Arts, a renowned performing arts academy in Epsom, Surrey, where she honed her skills in acting, singing, and dancing.
Career
India de Beaufort began her acting career at the tender age of 12 with a small role in the TV series “The Bill” in 1999. She continued working in television, landing roles in “My Family,” “Run,” and “Control Z.” Her big break came in 2007 when she was cast as the character India Jordain in the British TV series “Nearly Famous.”
In 2009, de Beaufort made her American television debut, playing Miranda Stone in the teen drama series “10 Things I Hate About You.” She then appeared in the comedy-drama series “Jane by Design” as India Jourdain. In 2013, she starred in the drama series “Blood & Oil” as Jules Jackman.
De Beaufort has also appeared in popular TV shows like “One Tree Hill,” “Chicago P.D.,” “NCIS: Los Angeles,” and “Veep.” Her film credits include “Krod Mandoon and the Flaming Sword of Fire” (2009) and “Run, Fat Boy, Run” (2007).
Besides acting, de Beaufort is an accomplished singer and dancer. She has contributed her vocal talents to various film and television soundtracks.
Personal Life
India de Beaufort is married to American actor Todd Grinnell, best known for his role as Schneider in the Netflix series “One Day at a Time.” The couple got engaged in 2016 and tied the knot in 2018. They have one child together.