James Phelps is an English actor and podcaster widely recognized for his role as Fred Weasley in the Harry Potter film series. Alongside his identical twin brother, Oliver Phelps, who played George Weasley, James became a familiar face to millions of fans worldwide through the blockbuster franchise. Growing up in a close-knit family, James developed a passion for acting early on, despite having no formal training before landing his iconic role. His natural charisma and chemistry with his brother translated seamlessly onto the screen, making the Weasley twins beloved characters known for their humor and mischief. Beyond acting, James has…
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Katie Leung is a Scottish actress of Hong Kong descent, born on August 8, 1987, in Dundee, Scotland. She gained international fame for her role as Cho Chang, Harry Potter’s first love interest, in the Harry Potter film series, starting with Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire in 2005. Raised in various Scottish towns including Ayr, Hamilton, and Motherwell due to her father’s business ventures, Leung grew up in a multicultural household. Leung’s fluency in Cantonese, basic Mandarin, and distinctive Scottish accent have shaped her identity and career, making her a versatile performer across film, television, and theater. Beyond…
Gabriel Thomson, born Gabriel Francis Marshall Thomson on October 27, 1986, in Hammersmith, London, is a former English actor who captured the hearts of audiences as Michael Harper in the beloved BBC sitcom My Family. From a young age, Thomson displayed a natural talent for performance, beginning his acting career at just four years old with the Goliards theatre company during family holidays in Devon. His early foray into the entertainment world set the stage for a career that spanned television, film, and theatre, before he pivoted to pursue a path in philosophy and human rights law. Now in his…
Ruth Bradley, born Sharon Ruth Bradley on January 24, 1987, in Dublin, Ireland, is a celebrated Irish actress known for her versatile performances across television, film, and audio dramas. The daughter of award-winning actress Charlotte Bradley, Ruth grew up with a natural inclination toward the performing arts. Her early years were spent partly in Newfoundland, Canada, where her family lived until she was five. After returning to Ireland, she briefly attended Trinity College Dublin to study drama and languages but left after three weeks to pursue acting full-time in London. Siblings Bradley has a sister, Roisin Murphy, who is also…
Chris Rankin is a New Zealand-born British actor, director, and producer, best known for his role as Percy Weasley in the Harry Potter film series. Born on November 8, 1983, in Auckland, New Zealand, Rankin lived in Rothesay Bay until the age of six, when his family relocated to Norfolk, United Kingdom. He was adopted and raised by his parents, Marilyn and Riley Rankin, with his mother working in education. Rankin discovered his passion for acting at age 11, participating in school plays and local youth theatre in Norfolk. His professional acting career began at 16 when he auditioned for…
Robert Lindsay, born Robert Lindsay Stevenson on December 13, 1949, in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, England, is a renowned English actor celebrated for his versatile performances across stage, television, and film. Raised in a working-class family, Lindsay grew up in a close-knit mining community, the son of Norman Stevenson, a joiner and World War II veteran, and Joyce (née Dunmore), who worked in a stocking factory. His early life was shaped by the industrial backdrop of Ilkeston, where generations of his family were employed by Stanton’s Ironworks. Initially intending to become a drama teacher, Lindsay’s path shifted when friends at Nottingham Playhouse…
Philip Haywood Glenister, born on February 10, 1963, in Harrow, Middlesex, England, is a renowned English actor celebrated for his compelling performances in television and film. Raised in Hatch End, north-west London, he is the son of television director John Glenister and Joan Fry Lewis. His early exposure to the entertainment industry came through his family’s involvement in the arts, though he initially pursued a career behind the camera. Glenister’s journey into acting was sparked by watching his older brother perform, and with encouragement from his then-sister-in-law, actress Amanda Redman, he trained at the Central School of Speech and Drama.…
Geraldine Agnew-Somerville, born on May 19, 1967, in County Meath, Ireland, is an Irish-British actress renowned for her versatile performances across film, television, and theater. Raised initially in Ireland, her family relocated to the Isle of Man when she was six. From a young age, Somerville displayed a passion for the arts, beginning dance classes at six and later attending the Arts Educational School in Tring, Hertfordshire, at eight. At sixteen, she moved to London to further her studies, eventually graduating from the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in 1989. Somerville’s career spans over three decades, with notable roles…
Hermione Corfield, born on December 19, 1993, in London, England, is an English actress and model who has carved a notable niche in the entertainment industry. The daughter of Richard Conyngham Corfield, a former managing director and author from the Corfield family of Chatwall Hall, Shropshire, and Emma Willis, a renowned Jermyn Street shirt designer, Hermione grew up in a creatively rich environment. Her early life was spent in Cold Ash, a village near Newbury, Berkshire, where she attended the prestigious Downe House School. She later pursued English literature at University College London before honing her acting skills at the…
Lola Kirke is an English-born American actress, singer-songwriter, and author, recognized for her multifaceted career in entertainment and the arts. Born on September 27, 1990, in London, England, she moved to New York City at the age of five, where she was raised in the vibrant West Village. The daughter of Simon Kirke, the former drummer of rock bands Bad Company and Free, and Lorraine Kirke, a fashion designer and owner of the vintage boutique Geminola, Lola grew up in a creatively charged environment. Her maternal grandfather, Jack Dellal, was a British businessman of Iraqi-Jewish descent, and her maternal grandmother,…
Calahan Skogman, born on May 12 or 13, 1993, in Davenport, Iowa, and raised in Seymour, Wisconsin, is an American actor, writer, and former collegiate athlete. With a diverse heritage that includes Swedish, English, German, Italian, and Hungarian roots, Skogman grew up in a supportive family environment that nurtured his multifaceted talents. Before entering the entertainment industry, he was a standout basketball and football player at Seymour Community High School, earning accolades such as recruitment to the Wisconsin Basketball Coaches Association All-State team. Initially aspiring to join the NBA, Skogman transitioned to acting during his college years, eventually earning a…
Jessie Mei Li, born Jessica Mei Li on August 27, 1995, in Brighton, East Sussex, England, is a British actress of mixed English and Chinese heritage. Her mother is English, and her father, Art Li, is Chinese, born in mainland China and raised in Hong Kong. Raised in Redhill, Surrey, Li grew up navigating her biracial identity in a predominantly white area, an experience that shaped her perspective and later informed her acting roles. Known for her vibrant personality and commitment to authentic storytelling, she has become a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, advocating for diversity and mental health…
Benjamin Thomas Barnes, born on August 20, 1981, in London, England, is a celebrated English actor and singer whose charismatic presence has captivated audiences across film, television and stage. Raised in a family of intellectuals, with his mother, Patricia Becker, a relationship therapist, and his father, Thomas Barnes, a professor of psychiatry, Barnes grew up in a nurturing environment that blended diverse cultural influences. His mother’s South African Jewish heritage and his father’s English Christian background shaped a multifaceted worldview, which he often credits for his versatility as a performer. Educated at prestigious institutions like Homefield Preparatory School, King’s College…
Zoë Wanamaker is an American-born British actress renowned for her extensive work in theatre, television and film. Born on May 13, 1949, in New York City, she moved to London at the age of three when her father, actor and director Sam Wanamaker, was blacklisted during the McCarthy era’s anti-communist investigations. Her mother, Charlotte Holland, was a Canadian actress and radio performer. Raised in a secular Jewish household of Ukrainian descent, Zoë was educated at the independent King Alfred School in Hampstead and Sidcot School, a Quaker boarding school in Somerset. She later trained at the Central School of Speech…
Daisy May Head, born on March 7, 1991, in Fulham, London, is an English actress known for her versatile performances across television and film. The daughter of actor Anthony Head, recognized for his role as Rupert Giles in Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and Sarah Fisher, Daisy grew up in a family steeped in the performing arts. Her upbringing in London and Bath, where she attended Kingswood School, nurtured her early interest in acting. She further honed her craft at the Dorothy Coleborn School of Dance, blending physicality with her dramatic training. Daisy’s career trajectory reflects her determination to carve her…