Matthew Goode wears many hats, but his favorite is the one that makes him a father and doting husband of the beautiful Sophie Dymoke. Goode is a famous actor linked to many successful projects. Thanks to his skill as an actor, he has bagged several nominations, won two awards, and attracted a massive fan base.
Fans of the “A Discovery of Witches” actor have his dramatics teacher to thank for his continued presence in the acting world. Goode had initially recused himself from acting because he had stage fright. He ventured into sports but was coaxed back to acting by his dramatics teacher, after which he achieved mainstream fame.
Sophie Dymoke is the first woman the actor has ever married, and the pair share two kids. Here are a few things about her some people don’t know:
Sophie Dymoke Attended Sacred Heart School
The Sacred Heart School is located in Tunbridge Wells, Kent, England. After high school, Dymoke attended the University of Wales in 1991.
She graduated in 1995 with a Bachelor of Science in economics. She also picked up history while at the university. Some years after her graduation, Dymoke launched her career as an account executive for The Donna Karan Company, LLC, in London.
In 2002, she got work with the popular clothing company Alice and Olivia LLC, so she moved to New York City. At Alice and Olivia, Dymoke was the head of sales. She reprised the role from January 2002 to November 2004, after which she started working as the sales manager for the Italian retail clothing company Diesel.
Dymoke left Diesel in May 2005 and then started work as the sales director for Vince. She remained there until 2008, when she quit and took a four-year break. After that, she returned to London, where she picked up work as the sales director for MiH jeans.
Sophie Dymoke Was First a Friend of Matthew Goode’s Neighbour
Sophie Dymoke first met Matthew Goode while he lived in Clapham, London. She was a friend of Goode’s neighbor, Emily. The first time she met the actor, she had been locked out.
Goode was exhausted from a shoot abroad on the fateful day. However, he opened his door when she knocked, gave her a place to stay, and even helped her carry her bag upstairs.
They later connected at Emily’s wedding. Goode quickly noticed her, and Dymoke was also instantly attracted to him. They started going out in 2005 but kept what they had a secret. After some months of dating, Dymoke and Goode moved in together.
They welcomed their first child and daughter, Matilda Eve Goode, in March 2009. Her sister, Teddie Eleanor Rose Goode, was born in September 2013. One year later, the couple tied the knot. They welcomed their third child, Ralph Goode, in August 2015.
Sophie Dymoke Is Very Supportive of Her Husband
While Sophie Dymoke does not operate mainly in the spotlight like her husband, she has made many public appearances alongside him to support him.
Dymoke is known to join him for red-carpet events and movie premieres. In September 2009, she was pictured at Italy’s 66th Venice International Film Festival.
She was with Goode, and they watched the premiere of “A Single Man,” in which Goode played Jim. In 2010, Dymoke appeared at the Orange British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA) at the Royal Opera House in London.
Aside from those, Dymoke has been seen attending other public events, including The Moet British Independent Film Awards, EE British Academy Film Awards, and the premieres of prominent films.
Goode Became a Modern-Grown Man for Dymoke
Despite his demanding career, Matthew Goode is a doting father and caring husband to his wife and kids. Goode revealed in an interview that being a father has helped him define his priorities, especially when making movies.
He once claimed he thinks about Sophie Dymoke and his kids when taking roles. He avoids anything steamy or movie projects that take him away from England for too long.
Goode is one of the famous stars from Britain to keep an eye on in the coming decades, as he has shown no signs of slowing down. Others like him include Orlando Bloom, Tom Hardy, and Robert Pattinson.