Spotlight on Helen George
Published on 15 December 2025
Helen George is an English actress whose career spans television, musical theatre and live performance. Born in Birmingham in June 1984 and raised in Winchester, she trained as a ballet dancer from a young age, joining the Birmingham Royal Ballet as a child. Her path into acting was set at 15, after seeing Les Misérables and deciding she wanted a life in musical theatre.
George went on to train at both the Birmingham School of Acting and the Royal Academy of Music. Her professional career began almost immediately after graduating, landing her first role just two weeks later as the Woman in White. Alongside acting, she has also worked as a backing singer, including touring with Elton John — a rare crossover that reflects her strong musical credentials.
Where have you seen her before?
Helen George is best known to millions as Trixie Franklin in the BBC drama Call the Midwife. Joining the series alongside Pam Ferris, her portrayal of the warm, stylish and emotionally complex nurse quickly made her one of the show’s most beloved characters. The role has defined much of her television career and introduced her to a wide, multi-generational audience.
George has appeared across British television, with credits including Hollyoaks, Hotel Babylon, Doctors, Red Dwarf, and the family film Nativity Rocks.
Wasn’t she on Strictly Come Dancing?
Yes. George competed in the 13th series of Strictly Come Dancing in 2015, reaching the quarter finals. Her performances showcased her dance training and helped further cement her public profile beyond scripted drama.
What else has she been in?
George’s theatre work reflects her early ambition to work in musical theatre. She starred in the West End revival of The King and I at the Dominion Theatre, a production that enjoyed a successful London run before touring the UK.
She was also nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Musical Theatre Album at the 64th Annual Grammy Awards for her contribution to the cast recording of Cinderella. Most recently, she made her pantomime debut as the Fairy Godmother in Cinderella at Richmond Theatre during this year’s panto season.
What’s next for Helen George?
George returns to the stage in High Society at the Barbican Theatre, starring opposite Felicity Kendal from 19 May – 11 July 2026. Based on The Philadelphia Story, High Society is a sparkling musical comedy about love, class and second chances, set against the glamour of high society weddings, jazz-age wit and romantic entanglements.
Book your High Society tickets today.
By Hay Brunsdon
I've 15 years of writing and editorial experience, and starting working in the West End theatre industry in 2012. When not watching or writing about theatre I'm usually swimming, hiking, running, or training for triathlons in the Stroud valleys.