Meet Rhona Gemmell, the ex-wife of late actor Robbie Coltrane
Rhona Gemmell is a British sculptor, former beauty queen and ex-celebrity spouse best known as Robbie Coltrane’s ex-wife. A renowned actor and comedian, Coltrane was widely recognized for starring in Mona Lisa, Harry Potter and Nuns on the Run. The duo were married for four years before they divorced, citing irreconcilable differences. Sadly, Robbie died in 2022.
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Despite her ex-husband’s prominence, Gemmell prefers maintaining a low-key lifestyle, keeping details about her personal life under wraps. This is what we know about her so far.
Rhona Gemmell’s profile summary and bio
| Full name | Rhona Gemmell |
| Nickname | Rhona |
| Gender | Female |
| Year of birth | 1970 |
| Age | 53 years old (2023) |
| Birthplace | England |
| Nationality | British |
| Ethnicity | Mixed |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Height in feet | 5’7’’ |
| Height in centimetres | 170 |
| Weight in kilograms | 56 |
| Weight in pounds | 123 |
| Body measurements in inches | 37-28-41 |
| Hair colour | Brown |
| Eye colour | Brown |
| Sexuality | Straight |
| Marital status | Divorced |
| Ex-spouse | Robbie Coltrane |
| Children | 2 |
| Famous for | Being a celebrity ex-wife |
| Profession | Sculptor |
| Net worth | $100,000 |
How old is Rhona Gemmell?
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Rhona Gemmell (aged 53 as of 2023) was born in 1970 in England. However, her exact date of birth remains a mystery.
Rhona Gemmell’s height
Gemmell stands 5 feet 7 inches (170 centimetres) tall. As per reports, she weighs 123 pounds (56 kilograms). Her body measurements are 37-28-41 inches. Rhona features brown hair and eyes.
How much is Rhona Gemmell’s net worth?
Various sources pen Rhona’s net worth at $100,000 in 2023. She has amassed this wealth from her successful career as a sculptor.
Rhona Gemmell’s profiles
The England native is not active on social media. She does not have Facebook, Instagram and Twitter accounts.
Who was Robbie Coltrane?
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With a career spanning over four decades, Robbie starred in numerous films and TV shows. Some of his acting credits include:
- Death Watch (1980)
- Scrubbers (1982)
- Krull (1983)
- Absolute Beginners (1986)
- Midnight Breaks (1990)
- GoldenEye (1995)
- Buddy (1997)
- Van Helsing (2004)
- Pride (2004)
- Still Game (2005)
- Gooby (2009)
- Lead Balloon (2011)
- Effie Gray (2014)
- National Treasure (2016)
- Urban Myths (2020)
In 2006, he was appointed an OBE in the New Year Honours by Queen Elizabeth II for his services to drama. In addition, he was the recipient of three British Academy Television Awards for his natural talent and zeal.
Robbie Coltrane’s age
Coltrane (aged 72 at the time of death) was born on 30 March 1950 in Rutherglen, Scotland. His zodiac sign was Aries. Robbie's parents were Jean Ross Howie, a teacher and pianist, and Ian Baxter McMillan, a GP who also served as a forensic police surgeon.
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The comedian had an older sister, Annie, and a younger sister, Jane. He attended Belmont House School in Newton Mearns before proceeding to Glenalmond College, an independent school in Perthshire. Robbie then studied painting at the Glasgow School of Art.
Was Robbie Coltrane married?
The Scottish on-screen star met Rhona, then a Glasgow School of Art student, in the late 1980s. The couple shared two children: son Spencer (born in 1992) and daughter Alice (born in 1998). Robbie and Gemmell exchanged nuptials in 1999 but separated in 2003 and later divorced.
Robbie Coltrane’s death
In 2016, Coltrane revealed that he was suffering from osteoarthritis and was in constant pain all day. From 2019 onwards, he used a wheelchair. Unfortunately, the actor died at Forth Valley Royal Hospital in Larbert, Scotland, on 14 October 2022.
Robbie’s cause of death was multiple organ failure complicated by sepsis, a lower respiratory tract infection and heart block. He had also been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and obesity.
How much was Robbie Coltrane worth when he died?
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According to Celebrity Net Worth, Robbie had an estimated net worth of $4 million at the time of his death. His primary source of income was his career in the entertainment industry.
Rhona Gemmell gained notoriety for being Robbie Coltrane’s ex-wife. Nonetheless, the ex-celebrity spouse stayed away from the limelight and the internet’s prying eyes.
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