Rebecca Root

Rebecca Root is a British actress and voice coach who is best known for her work in both television and film, as well as for being one of the first openly transgender actresses to play a leading transgender role on mainstream British television. She gained widespread recognition for starring as Judy in the BBC Two sitcom "Boy Meets Girl," which aired in 2015 and was groundbreaking for its depiction of a transgender woman in a romantic lead.

Born on May 10, 1969, in Woking, Surrey, England, Rebecca Root trained at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama. She spent a significant part of her early career working as an actor, voice coach, and teacher, but it was after her transition in 2003 that her public profile began to rise, especially as more roles for transgender actors began to appear in the industry.

In addition to "Boy Meets Girl," Rebecca Root has appeared in several other notable projects. She played a supporting role in the 2020 Oscar-winning film "The Danish Girl," and appeared in the television series "The Queen's Gambit" on Netflix. She has also made appearances in "Doctors," "Hollyoaks," "The Romanoffs," and voiced the Doctor in several "Doctor Who" audio dramas for Big Finish Productions.

Rebecca Root is also known for her work as an advocate for transgender visibility and equality. She has been active in LGBTQ+ issues, often speaking publicly about her experiences and the importance of trans representation in the media.