Annabelle Frances Wallis (born 5 September 1984) [1] is an English actress. She is known for her roles as Jane Seymour in the period drama series The Tudors (2009–2010) and Grace Burgess in the period drama series Peaky Blinders (2013–2019). Her film credits include X-Men: First Class (2011), Annabelle (2014), The Mummy (2017), Tag (2018), Malignant, Silent Night (both 2021), and Mercy (2026).
Grace was a significant part of Tommy Shelby's life in Peaky Blinders, but the fan-favorite character had to die. Here's why Grace was killed off.
Thankfully, the creator of Peaky Blinders, Steven Knight, has explained what's going on when Grace dies and when she comes back.
Here's when Grace dies and comes back in Peaky Blinders, and why - The Tab
Annabelle Wallis is an English actress best known for her roles as Jane Seymour in Showtime's period drama The Tudors, Grace Burgess in the BBC drama Peaky Blinders, and for the films Annabelle (2014), and The Mummy (2017). She was born in Oxford, but spent much of her childhood in Portugal, attending Saint Dominic's International School.
Grace Shelby (née Burgess) was Tommy's first love in Peaky Blinders, but show creator Steven Knight says the story demanded her death.
Why Grace Shelby Had To Die In Peaky Blinders, According To The ... - /Film
Grace Shelby died from a bullet meant for Tommy Shelby in 'Peaky Blinders' Season 3, Episode 2. Her death was crucial in preserving the dark core of Tommy’s character and the show’s themes. Haunted by the loss, Tommy spirals further into violence and self-destruction.
TV TV News Peaky Blinders When does Grace die in Peaky Blinders? Fans have been left wondering about the tragic fate of Tommy Shelby’s first wife after watching Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man.