Justine Thornton was born on September 25, 1970 in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, England, UK. She is an actress, known for Dramarama (1983), Hard Cases (1988) and Hardwicke House (1987). She has been married to Ed Miliband since May 27, 2011. They have two children.
Thornton's partner is the Labour party leader Ed Miliband. Miliband has
described Thornton as his "best counsel".
Currently a British barrister.
Is friends with Frances Osborne, the wife of current Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osbourne, whom she met at university, and travelled with across America.
Did acting lessons at the age of 16 before going to Cambridge University.
Born in Nottingham, and schooled at Nottingham High School for Girls.