Laura Gallacher is an English author, businesswoman, and former actress who is famous in part for her marriage to comedian and actor Russell Brand.
While she may not be widely known for her early acting career, Gallacher has made a name for herself as an author and lifestyle blogger.
Her most notable accomplishment is the creation of The Joy Journal, a brand and book focused on parenting and creative play.
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- Full name: Laura Gallacher
- Date of birth: June 28, 1987
- Age: 37 years old
- Gender: Female
- Birthplace: Virginia Water, Surrey, England
- Nationality: English
- Profession: Author, businessman, former actor
- Height: 5 feet 5 inches
- Parents: Bernard Gallacher, Lesley Gallacher
- Siblings: Kirsty Gallacher, Jamie Gallacher
- Spouse: Russell Brand (d. 2017)
- Children: Mabel Brand, Peggy Brand (third child expected in 2024)
- Relationship status: Married
- Religion: Not applicable
- Ethnicity: White (Scottish descent)
- Net worth: 2 to 5 million USD
Early life and education
Laura Gallacher, now 37, was born to Bernard and Lesley Gallacher on June 28, 1987, in Virginia Water, Surrey, England.
Her father, Bernard Gallacher, is a famous Scottish golfer who captained many European Ryder Cup teams.
She grew up on the wealthy Wentworth Estate, sharing her childhood with siblings Kirsty and Jamie Gallacher.
Her sister, Kirsty Gallacher, is a famous television presenter. Gallacher attended St George’s School in Ascot, Berkshire, but details of his education remain confidential.
She grew up in a privileged environment with influential neighbors such as Sir Bruce Forsyth, which enabled her to lead a life of both sport and leisure.
Personal life
Laura Gallacher’s personal life is frequently in the media spotlight, mainly due to her relationship with Russell Brand.
The couple first met in 2007 through their sister Kirsty, but their relationship remained on and off until 2015.
At that time, they coincidentally reconnected in London, deepening their relationship. In 2016, they welcomed their first daughter, Mabel Brand.
A year later, Gallacher and Brand married in a small ceremony at a church near their home in Henley-on-Thames.
Their second daughter, Peggy Brand, was born in 2018, and in 2023, the couple announced they were expecting their third child.
Career
Laura Gallacher began her career in the restaurant industry as a waitress and manager at various establishments in London, including Soho House Group and the Moral Fox restaurant.
Although she started her career in the hospitality industry, Gallacher turned to acting in 2009. She appeared in short films such as Freckle and Tyde and Spilled Milk and played a role in the television series Persona. However, she soon switched gears from acting, instead choosing to focus on creative entrepreneurship.
Her most successful business venture was as the founder of The Joy Journal, a lifestyle brand focused on creative games for children.
In 2020, she published her first book, The Joy Journal for Magical Everyday Play, which introduces a variety of activities for parents to engage with their children.
The well-received book established her as a respected author and lifestyle influencer. In addition to writing, Gallacher is also known for his fashion work, mainly designing dungarees through his brand.
Net worth
Laura Gallacher’s estimated net worth ranges from $2 million to $5 million, mainly coming from her business and book sales.
Her business endeavors, especially her brand The Joy Journal, and her work in the fashion industry have contributed to her financial standing.
Social Media
- Instagram:[@thejoyjournal[@thejoyjournal[@thejoyjournal[@thejoyjournal
- Twitter: Not applicable
Cinema
- Freckles and Tyde (2009)
- Spilled Milk (2010)
- Character (2011)
- Marwood’s 10 Arenas (2011)
Book
- Joy Diary for Daily Magic Game (2020)
