Ruth Codd is an Irish actress and former barber/makeup artist who rose to fame through TikTok and then became widely known for her breakout role as Anya in the Netflix series The Midnight Club and for playing Juno Usher in The Fall of the House of Usher.

Who Ruth Codd Is

  • Ruth Codd was born on 13 June 1996 and is from Wexford, Ireland.
  • Before acting, she worked as a professional makeup artist and barber, mainly in Ireland.
  • She gained rapid online popularity by posting candid, often humorous TikTok videos about life as an amputee, beauty, and everyday experiences, which ultimately led casting directors to her.

Career Highlights

  • Codd’s breakout acting role was Anya, a sharp‑tongued, disabled character in Netflix’s The Midnight Club (2022), a performance that drew significant praise for its authenticity.
  • She went on to play Juno Usher in Mike Flanagan’s horror miniseries The Fall of the House of Usher (2023), further raising her profile in genre television.
  • Her later credits include roles in Creepshow , The Dry , Small Town, Big Story , and the live‑action How to Train Your Dragon , as well as reality/competition appearances on shows like Celeb Cooking School and The Celebrity Traitors.

Personal Story and Disability

  • At 15, Codd suffered a serious football injury to her foot, which led to chronic pain and complications over many years.
  • At 23 she chose to have her right leg amputated below the knee, describing the decision as ultimately freeing because it allowed her to live without constant pain.
  • In 2025 she revealed she had undergone a second below‑knee amputation on her other leg after a 14‑year medical battle, sharing the news with characteristic dark humor and honesty in health and news outlets.

Why She’s Considered Influential

  • Codd is frequently highlighted for pushing disability representation forward in mainstream film and TV, as she plays disabled characters as complex people rather than symbols.
  • Her mix of dry wit, openness about pain and recovery, and willingness to speak about rejection and resilience has made her a recognizable voice for many disabled viewers and young actors.
  • Commentators often describe her as an example of how social media visibility can open unexpected doors into high‑profile acting, especially for underrepresented groups.

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