The "Rogue One: A Star Wars story" actress grew up in Bournville, Birmingham, reported E! online.
"When did I go rogue? Probably when I was growing up and I was a teenager. At times I was a bit of a rebellious teenager!" Jones said.
The 33-year-old actress, who is playing Rebel Alliance fighter Jyn Erso in the Star Wars film, said she feels it is "wonderful" that young girls can look up to her character.