Phoebe Waller-Bridge, the acclaimed creator of the television series "Fleabag," has purchased a London flat valued at £1 million with the intention of providing rent-free housing for early-career writers. The initiative is a collaboration with Writer's Block, a program run by the Adopt a Playwright charity, aimed at supporting emerging playwrights who face financial barriers in the capital.
Waller-Bridge has also contributed a significant donation to the cause. Other notable figures, such as "Adolescence" creator Jack Thorne, have also supported the program. A representative for Writer's Block stated that Waller-Bridge's involvement stems from a genuine passion for the arts and a desire to nurture new talent, preferring to handle the endeavor discreetly.
The Writer's Block initiative was founded by Sofie Mason and Diana Jervis-Read, who are also behind the Off West End Theatre Awards and OffWestEnd.com. Their Adopt a Playwright Award, established in 2008, has supported writers from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Waller-Bridge's career began with a performance at the Soho Theatre in 2009. "Fleabag" first appeared as a one-woman show at the Edinburgh Festival in 2013 before its successful television adaptation on BBC Two in 2016, which earned her significant critical acclaim, including Golden Globes, Emmys, and a BAFTA. She also received nominations for her work on "Killing Eve."
Waller-Bridge has been in a relationship with filmmaker Martin McDonagh since 2017. Her company, PMWB Limited, reported nearly £16 million in revenue for the financial year ending in November 2025.