Ruby Ann Barnhill (born 16 July 2004) is a British actress. She played the lead role of Sophie in

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''.

Early life

Barnhill was born on 16 July 2004 in Knutsford,

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, England. She lives with her parents and younger sister in Cheshire, and she is a member of the local youth theatre.

Filmography

Film

Television

References

External links

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Ruby Barnhill biography and filmography
{{DEFAULTSORT:Barnhill, Ruby 2004 births Living people 21st-century English actresses Actresses from Cheshire English child actresses English film actresses English television actresses People from Knutsford