Steph de Whalley

Steph de Whalley is a versatile actor and director based in London, originally from Seaford, East Sussex. Known for her dynamic performances across stage, screen, and voice acting, Steph has made a significant impact in both television and theatre. Steph stars as Anita Benn in the Doctor Who Christmas Special 2024, appearing alongside Ncuti Gatwa and Nicola Coughlan. Her performance has been widely praised, with Radio Times describing her as "stealing the show" and Empire highlighting her scenes as some of the best in the episode. Her screen credits include roles in Midnight Taxi (Amazon Prime / Apple TV) and an extensive background in theatre, including productions such as Magic Goes Wrong (West End), We’re Going on a Bear Hunt (UK Tour), and The Importance of Being Earnest (York Mansion House & UK Tour). In addition to acting, Steph has built a strong reputation as an assistant and associate director, working on productions like Peter Pan Goes Wrong (West End, UK Tour, and Latvia) and Wuthering Heights (Wise Children / U.S. Tour). Steph is also a talented voice actor, with credits in popular video games including Forza Horizon, Star Citizen, and Bunkers and Badasses. Beyond performance, her directorial projects have been showcased at prestigious venues such as the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and the Royal Exchange in Manchester.