Author Tessa Dahl's Atypical Life and Lifestyle - Get Your Facts Straight About Her

Chantal Sophia "Tessa" Dahl (11th April 1957 in Oxford, England, United Kingdom) is a British novelist, author, and formal actress. She has published the book, Gwenda and the Animals which won the Friends of the Earth Best Children's Book of the Year.  

In fact, she is best known as the daughter of British author, Roald Dahl and American actress, Patricia Neal. she attended Roedean and Downe House schools, the Elizabeth Russell Cookery School, and the Herbert Bergof Acting Studio.

Personal Life & Past Affairs:

Well, Tessa had relationships with various public figures. Firstly, she was in a relationship with actor Julian Holloway with whom she has a daughter, Sophie Dahl, a model and author. 

After their separation, she married the businessman, James Kelly (1980-88), and gave birth to two kids: Clover and Luke. 

Then, the novelist tied the knot with businessman and son of Ambassador Francis Patrick Donovan, Patrick Donovan (died on 7th February 2021), and welcomed a child, Ned, a journalist. Additionally, she also had linked with Peter Sellers, David Hemmings, Bryan Ferry, Brian de Palma, and Dai Llewellyn.

Terrible Troubled Life:

Since her childhood, she has been facing a lot of trouble, sorrow, and pain and has gone through a lot. When she was 6, her baby brother met with a car accident and went brain damage. Sadly, her sister died from measles. Then, she became addicted to drugs and alcohol. 

Additionally, in November 2017, police arrested her for theft. She wasn't being able to pay hotel bills worth £4000. She had to pay $5000 for her bail. When her father died in 1990, she tried to attempt suicide. She is also suffering from bipolar disorder.

Net Worth & Salary:

The English novelist, author, and actress has collected a quite good amount of income from her books, novels, films, TV Series, TV Shows, etc. As a result, Tessa Dahl has an estimated net worth of $8 million as per the celebritynetworth. 

Bio, Parents & Education:

Chantal Sophia "Tessa" Dahl was born on 11th April 1957 in Oxford, England, United Kingdom. She is the daughter of British author, Roald Dahl and American actress, Patricia Neal. She had an elder sister named Olivia Dahl who passed away in 1962 due to measles. 

As per her birthdate, she belongs to the birth sign, Aries. By nationality, she is British. Spe)aking of her educational background, she attended Roedean and Downe House schools, the Elizabeth Russell Cookery School, and the Herbert Bergof Acting Studio.

Professional Life & Career:

• Tessa pursued her professional career as an actress from her debut film titled Happy Mother's Day, Love George in the role of Celia Perry in 1973.
• Similarly, she also made her appearances in movies such as Royal Flash (1975), The Slipper and The Rose (1976), Leopard in the Snow (1978), etc.

• Furthermore, Sophia also played in several TV Series including This Is Your Life (1992), Imagine (2005), The Wonderful World of Roald Dahl (2005), Come Home Gary Glitter (2005), Revolting (2017), etc.
• Besides acting, she has published the book, Gwenda and the Animals which won the Friends of the Earth Best Children's Book of the Year.
• Moreover, the author of Working For Love (1988), has also written articles for the London Times, The Daily Telegraph, Vogue, House and Garden (US), YOU Magazine, and so on.

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