Sophie Turner, also known by her married name Sophie Jonas, is an English actress with a net worth of $10 million. She is widely recognized for her role as Sansa Stark in the hit HBO series Game of Thrones, where she appeared in all eight seasons from 2011 to 2019, totaling 59 episodes. Beyond her Game of Thrones fame, Turner starred as Jean Grey in X-Men: Apocalypse (2016) and Dark Phoenix (2019). She also had a prominent role in the 2020 Quibi series Survive. Additionally, Sophie appeared in music videos for Jonas Brothers’ “Sucker” (2019) and “What a Man Gotta Do” (2020), as well as Bastille’s “Oblivion” (2014). She is married to Joe Jonas, further elevating her public profile.
Born Sophie Belinda Turner on February 21, 1996, in Northampton, England, Sophie had a childhood shaped by both tragedy and love. She grew up in Chesterton, Warwickshire, with her mother Sally, a former nursery school teacher, and her father Andrew, who worked at a pallet distribution company. Sophie also had two older brothers, James and Will. Unfortunately, Sophie was a twin, but her twin passed away before birth. Sophie later reflected on how this loss influenced her emotionally and creatively, saying it left her with a sense of something missing. Sophie attended Warwick Prep School and The King’s High School for Girls before transitioning to a tutor on the Game of Thrones set at age 16. She joined the Playbox Theatre Company at just 3 years old, setting the stage for her acting career.
Sophie Turner’s Rise to Fame and Career Milestones
Sophie Turner’s big break came in 2009 when she was cast as Sansa Stark on Game of Thrones. The series debuted in April 2011 and rapidly became a global phenomenon. As the show’s popularity grew, Sophie’s character, Sansa, evolved from a naive girl into a fierce leader, making her one of the show’s standout figures. By the series finale, Game of Thrones attracted 19.3 million viewers. Turner’s portrayal of Sansa earned her widespread acclaim, with Rolling Stone and TheWrap ranking Sansa among the top characters of the show in 2016. After season one, Sophie and her family even adopted the dire wolf that portrayed her character’s animal companion.
In addition to her television success, Sophie made her film debut in 2013’s Another Me and appeared in The Thirteenth Tale, a TV movie. Her career further expanded as she took on roles in various films, including Barely Lethal (2015), X-Men: Apocalypse (2016), and Dark Phoenix (2019). The latter film was part of the X-Men franchise, grossing $543.9 million globally. She reprised her role as Jean Grey in Dark Phoenix, which earned a total of $252.4 million at the box office. Sophie’s other films include Josie (2018), Time Freak (2018), and the 2019 thriller Heavy. During the pandemic, Sophie starred in Home Movie: The Princess Bride (2020), a unique project filmed on smartphones while in isolation.
Sophie’s career continued to thrive in the 2020s, with her joining the animated series The Prince and taking on a pivotal role in the HBO Max true crime drama The Staircase in 2021, portraying the daughter of novelist Michael Peterson. These new projects further solidified her status in the entertainment industry.
Personal Life and Struggles
Sophie’s personal life has also garnered significant attention. She began dating singer Joe Jonas in 2016, and the couple became engaged in 2017. They wed in a private Las Vegas ceremony in May 2019 and later had a second wedding in Paris in June 2019. In July 2020, the couple welcomed their first child, a daughter named Willa. The song “Hesitate” from the Jonas Brothers’ album Happiness Begins was inspired by Sophie.
Sophie has been open about her struggles with depression during her time on Game of Thrones. In a 2019 interview on Dr. Phil’s podcast, she discussed how the pressures of growing up in the public eye, alongside the challenges of puberty, led to a decline in her mental health. Sophie shared that she struggled with social media scrutiny, weight changes, and the overwhelming attention that came with being a part of a global sensation. She sought help through therapy and medication, and at the time of the interview, Sophie had taken a break from acting to focus on her well-being. In September 2023, Sophie and Joe Jonas filed for divorce.
Real Estate Ventures: Homes and Investments
Sophie and Joe Jonas have also made waves in the real estate market. In 2019, they purchased a luxurious 15,000-square-foot home in Encino, Los Angeles, for $14.1 million. This property, which included nine bedrooms and eleven bathrooms, boasted a wine cellar, gym, home theater, and expansive outdoor spaces with a pool, spa, and guest house. However, in June 2021, the couple listed the house for $16.75 million and eventually sold it to DJ Zedd for $15.2 million.
The couple also ventured into the New York real estate market, listing a condo in Manhattan for $6 million in 2020. Later, in September 2021, Sophie and Joe purchased a stunning mansion in Miami for $11 million. The 10,400 square foot waterfront property included a gym, pool, spa, sauna, and a private dock for a yacht. In November 2022, they put the Miami mansion on the market for $17 million, ultimately accepting $15 million in August 2023.
Sophie Turner’s Awards and Accolades
Sophie Turner’s acting career has been met with critical recognition and numerous awards. In 2019, she earned a Primetime Emmy nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for her role in Game of Thrones. The ensemble cast of Game of Thrones received the Merit–Honorary Award at the 2020 CinEuphoria Awards and was honored with the Best TV Ensemble award at the 2019 IGN Summer Movie Awards. Sophie also received several nominations, including from the Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror Films, and Young Artist Awards.
Turner has been recognized with other accolades throughout her career. She won Best Global Actor or Actress of the Year at the 2016 Huading Awards and the Kineo Diamanti Award at the Venice International Film Festival. She also received a Best Actress award at the Mammoth Film Festival for her role in Josie (2018). Additionally, Sophie was nominated for several People’s Choice Awards in 2019 for her roles in both Game of Thrones and Dark Phoenix. The cast of X-Men: Apocalypse earned a Kids’ Choice Award nomination for Favorite Squad in 2017, and Sophie herself received a Teen Choice Award nomination for Choice Sci-Fi/Fantasy Movie Actress for Dark Phoenix in 2019.
