Rebel Wilson, born 2 March 1980 in Sydney, Australia, is an Australian actress, comedian, producer and director. She became a global star as "Fat Amy" in Pitch Perfect (2012), reprising the role in Pitch Perfect 2 (2015) and Pitch Perfect 3 (2017). Her career spans her US breakthrough as Brynn in Bridesmaids (2011) to producing and starring in Netflix's Senior Year (2022), and directing her own feature films. In 2026 she won a courtroom victory for her directorial debut The Deb, when the NSW Supreme Court awarded her A$359,000 plus interest in a dispute with the film's producers.
Quick Facts
Full name: Rebel Melanie Elizabeth Wilson (born Melanie Elizabeth Bownds)
Date of birth: 2 March 1980
Age: 46 (in 2026)
Birthplace: Sydney, Australia
Occupation: Actress, comedian, producer and director
Early Life and Education
Wilson grew up in Sydney, Australia. She studied at the University of New South Wales, graduating in 2009 with a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Laws (LLB). She began her career in Australian television and comedy before moving to the United States.
Career Highlights
Wilson's first big US role was as Brynn in Bridesmaids (2011). Her breakthrough came in 2012 as "Fat Amy" in Pitch Perfect, a role she carried through two sequels in 2015 and 2017. Her other key films include Isn't It Romantic (2019), The Hustle (2019), Jojo Rabbit (2019), Senior Year (2022) — which she also produced for Netflix — and Bride Hard (2025), opposite Anna Camp. She published her memoir, Rebel Rising, in 2024.
2026: The Deb Victory and Girl Group
On 23 October 2026, the NSW Supreme Court awarded Wilson A$359,000 plus interest following a dispute with the producers of her directorial debut film The Deb; the producers were awarded only A$10. She is currently writing, directing, producing and starring in Girl Group, and was photographed promoting it at TIFF 2026 on 13 September 2026. In 2026 she also welcomed a second child.
Personal Life
Wilson is married to fashion designer Ramona Agruma; the couple had a civil ceremony in Sardinia, Italy in September 2024 and a legal ceremony in Sydney in December 2024. Their daughter Royce Lillian was born via surrogacy in 2022.
Watch the Official Trailer
Bride Hard | Official Trailer — uploaded by distributor Magenta Light Studios.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Rebel Wilson?
Born on 2 March 1980, Rebel Wilson is 46 years old in 2026.
What is her real name?
She was born Melanie Elizabeth Bownds; her professional name is Rebel Melanie Elizabeth Wilson.
What is she known for?
She is best known for playing "Fat Amy" in Pitch Perfect (2012) and its sequels, following her US breakthrough in Bridesmaids (2011). She also wrote the memoir Rebel Rising (2024) and directs her own films.
What is the latest Rebel Wilson news in 2026?
On 23 October 2026 she won a legal dispute over her directorial debut The Deb, with the NSW Supreme Court awarding her A$359,000 plus interest. She is currently writing, directing, producing and starring in Girl Group, and welcomed a second child in 2026.
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