English movie stars born in 1981
Here are 13 famous actors from England were born in 1981:
Dominic Colenso
Dominic Colenso (August 27, 1981 Harlow-) also known as Dominic James Colenso is an English actor.
He trained at the Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts in London and has since gone on to work in both stage and screen productions. Notable stage performances include his portrayal of Sky Masterson in a UK tour of "Guys and Dolls" and his role as Eddie in "Blood Brothers" at the West End's Phoenix Theatre. Colenso has also appeared on several television shows, including "24: Live Another Day" and "Midsomer Murders". In addition to his acting career, he is also a public speaking coach and has worked with clients in a variety of industries to improve their presentation and communication skills.
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Jamie Davis
Jamie Davis (April 18, 1981 Pontefract-) also known as Jim is an English actor.
He is best known for his role as Danny Pennant in the popular British soap opera, "EastEnders". Davis began acting at a young age and later attended drama school. He has also appeared in other TV shows and films such as "Holby City", "Doctors", "Emmerdale", and "Kingsman: The Golden Circle". In addition to acting, Davis is also a model and has worked with brands such as Calvin Klein, H&M, and Nike. In his free time, he enjoys traveling and supporting various charities.
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Andrew Whyment
Andrew Whyment (April 2, 1981 Salford-) also known as Andy Whyment is an English actor. His children are called Thomas Whyment and Hollie Whyment.
Andrew Whyment is best known for his long-running portrayal of Kirk Sutherland in the British soap opera, Coronation Street. He began his acting career at a young age, and has appeared in several other TV series, including The Royle Family, Heartbeat, and The Syndicate. In addition to acting, Whyment has also competed in several reality TV shows, including Dancing on Ice and I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!, where he finished as runner-up in 2019. Whyment has been married to his wife, Nichola Willis, since 2007.
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Tom Riley
Tom Riley (April 5, 1981 Maidstone-) is an English actor and film producer.
He is best known for his roles in television dramas, including "Da Vinci's Demons" as Leonardo da Vinci, "Dark Heart" as DI Will Wagstaffe, and "The Collection" as Claude Sabine. Riley has also appeared in films such as "I Want Candy," "Return to House on Haunted Hill," and "St. Trinian's 2: The Legend of Fritton's Gold." In addition to his acting career, he has produced films such as "The Girl with All the Gifts" and "Kill Your Friends." Riley attended the University of Birmingham and graduated with a degree in English and drama.
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Paul Goddard
Paul Goddard (March 18, 1981 Reading-) is an English actor and acting coach.
He is best known for his role as Colonel Steve Komandorski in the sci-fi TV series "Farscape" (1999-2003). Goddard trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art and began his acting career in Australian television shows such as "Water Rats" and "All Saints". He has also appeared in films such as "The Matrix Reloaded" (2003) and "The Matrix Revolutions" (2003).
In addition to his acting work, Goddard is also an acting coach and has taught at institutions such as NIDA (National Institute of Dramatic Art) in Australia and The Actors Studio in Los Angeles. He has also worked as a dialect coach on numerous film and TV productions.
Goddard is currently based in Los Angeles and has continued to work in both film and television. He is also active in the theater world and has worked with the Los Angeles based theater company, The Antaeus Company.
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Robin Chalk
Robin Chalk (September 13, 1981 London-) is an English actor.
He is best known for his role as Brother Joseph in the historical fiction drama television series "Pillars of the Earth" (2010). Chalk trained at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) and made his stage debut in the West End production of "The Madness of George III" (2006). In addition to his work in television and theater, Chalk has also appeared in several films including "Allied" (2016) and "The Hitman's Bodyguard" (2017). He has received critical acclaim for his performances and has been nominated for several awards throughout his career. Outside of his acting work, Chalk is known for his charitable contributions and has worked with organizations supporting mental health awareness and cancer research.
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Philip McGinley
Philip McGinley (June 6, 1981 Liverpool-) is an English actor.
He is best known for his work in television, appearing in popular shows such as "Shameless", "Coronation Street", and "Emmerdale". McGinley trained at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, and has also worked extensively in theatre, including performances at the Royal Exchange Theatre in Manchester and the Liverpool Playhouse. In addition to his acting career, McGinley is a passionate supporter of Liverpool FC and regularly attends matches.
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George Wood
George Wood (October 16, 1981-) is an English actor, singer, writer, songwriter and composer.
He was born and raised in London, and began his career as a stage actor in local theatre productions. In 2003, he landed his breakthrough role in the West End production of "Les Miserables" as Marius Pontmercy, which earned him critical acclaim and a Laurence Olivier Award nomination.
Wood has since starred in various theatre productions including "Miss Saigon", "The Phantom of the Opera", and "Sweeney Todd". He has also appeared in several television series such as "Doctor Who", "Sherlock", and "Downton Abbey".
In addition to acting, Wood is also a talented singer and has released several albums. He has also written and composed music for several theatre productions. In 2015, he wrote and starred in his own one-man show "George Wood: My Life in Music", which received positive reviews.
Wood is known for his humanitarian work, particularly his support for various children's charities. He has served as an ambassador for UNICEF and regularly participates in fundraising events.
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Alexander Wolfe
Alexander Wolfe (December 24, 1981 Cambridge-) otherwise known as Alexander Gordon de Menthon or Alex Matten is an English singer-songwriter, actor and musician.
He was the lead vocalist and bassist of the British indie rock band, The Arctic Monkeys, from its formation in 2002 until his departure in 2018. Wolfe contributed to the band's four albums, including the critically acclaimed debut "Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not." After leaving the band, he pursued a solo music career and released two albums, "The Velvet Trail" and "Complete Surrender." In addition to his music career, Wolfe also made appearances in the British TV series "This Is England '90" and the film "Le Donk & Scor-zay-zee."
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Nathan Kiley
Nathan Kiley (April 2, 1981-) is an English actor.
He was born in Manchester, England and grew up in a family of actors. Kiley discovered his passion for performing at a young age and went on to study drama at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London. After graduating, he made his acting debut in the West End production of "Romeo and Juliet."
Since then, Kiley has appeared in numerous TV shows and films, including "Downton Abbey," "Game of Thrones," and "Sherlock." He is known for his versatility as an actor and his ability to bring complexity and depth to his characters.
In addition to his acting career, Kiley is also an accomplished stage actor and has received critical acclaim for his performances in various Shakespearean plays. He continues to work in both TV and film, and has several upcoming projects in the works.
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Michael Fielding
Michael Fielding (January 23, 1981 Westminster-) a.k.a. Mike Fielding or The Mighty Boosh is an English comedian and actor.
Fielding is best known for his role as Naboo in the British surreal comedy series The Mighty Boosh, which he co-created and co-starred in with Julian Barratt. Starting as a live comedy show in 1998, The Mighty Boosh became a cult hit on BBC Three from 2004 to 2007. Fielding has also appeared in other TV shows such as Skins, Doctor Who, and Noel Fielding's Luxury Comedy, and has hosted several radio shows for BBC Radio 6 Music. Additionally, he has appeared in films such as The Harry Hill Movie and Paddington 2. In his comedy career, Fielding has won awards including the Chortle Award for Best Sketch, Character, or Improv in 2008 and the Edinburgh Comedy Award Panel Prize in 2014.
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Lee Mead
Lee Mead (July 14, 1981 Southend-on-Sea-) also known as Lee Stephen Mead is an English actor. He has one child, Betsy Mead.
Lee Mead rose to fame after winning the role of Joseph in the 2007 production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" through the reality show "Any Dream Will Do". Prior to this, Mead appeared in several West End productions such as "Phantom of the Opera" and "Wicked". He has also released four studio albums and has had numerous TV roles including playing Lofty in the BBC medical drama "Casualty". Mead is also known for his charity work and has supported various causes such as Teenage Cancer Trust and Rays of Sunshine Children's Charity.
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Hugo
Hugo (August 6, 1981 London-) a.k.a. Hugo Chakrabongse Levy, Chulachak Chakrabongse or Hugo Chula Alexander Levy is an English singer-songwriter and actor. He has one child, Tassanachak Chakrabongse.
Hugo was born in London to a Thai mother and a British father. He grew up in Thailand and attended boarding school in England. Hugo started his musical career as a guitarist for the band Siplor, which gained popularity in Thailand. He later moved to New York City to pursue a solo career.
In 2010, Hugo released his debut album "Old Tyme Religion" which received critical acclaim and features the hit single "99 Problems". His music has been described as a blend of blues, soul, and rock and roll. Hugo has toured extensively in North America and Europe, and has collaborated with artists such as Adele and Tom Morello.
In addition to his music career, Hugo has also acted in several films, including "The Departed" and "Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason". He has also written and directed short films and documentaries.
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