Gavin Stenhouse facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Gavin Stenhouse
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![]() Stenhouse in August 2008
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Gavin Rees Stenhouse
4 April 1986 |
Nationality | English |
Alma mater | Guildhall School of Music and Drama |
Occupation | Actor |
Years active | 2007–present |
Children | 2 |
Gavin Rees Stenhouse, born on April 4, 1986, is an English actor. He is well-known for playing Evan Hartley in the TV show Kung Fu (which ran from 2021 to 2023). He also appeared in the "San Junipero" episode of Black Mirror in 2016 and the TV movie Life-Size 2 in 2018.
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Gavin's Early Life and Training
Gavin Stenhouse grew up in Hong Kong. Later, his family moved to Lewes, England. His dad was an airline pilot, and his mom was a teacher. Gavin studied acting at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. This is a famous school for actors in London.
Gavin's Acting Journey
Gavin Stenhouse has appeared in many TV shows and movies. He started with smaller parts in shows like Sofia's Diary (2008) and Off the Hook (2009). He also had roles in American Horror Story: Coven (2013) and Major Crimes (2013). In 2011, he was in the film The Malay Chronicles: Bloodlines.
On Stage Around the World
In 2014, Gavin played the Marquess of Dorset in a play called Richard III. He acted alongside famous actor Kevin Spacey. The play was directed by Sam Mendes. They performed the play over 200 times! They traveled to three different continents. A film crew followed them, making a documentary called NOW: In the Wings on a World Stage.
TV Roles and Movies
In 2015, Gavin starred as Alex O'Connor in the spy TV series Allegiance. That same year, it was announced he would be in a movie called Skybound.
In 2016, he was in a special episode called "San Junipero" from the TV series Black Mirror. This episode became very popular.
In 2018, Gavin acted with Tyra Banks and Francia Raisa in the TV movie Life-Size 2.
Starring in Kung Fu
In 2020, Gavin Stenhouse got a main role in Kung Fu. This show is a modern version of an older TV series. The show was very successful and was renewed for a second season in May 2021. It ran until 2023.
Gavin's Family Life
Gavin Stenhouse is married and has two daughters.
Gavin's Main Roles
Gavin Stenhouse has been in many TV shows and movies. Here are some of his notable roles:
- 2007: Nearly Famous – Guitar guy
- 2008: Sofia's Diary – Sean
- 2011: The Malay Chronicles: Bloodlines – Marcus Carpenius
- 2011: Iconicles – Nat (voice role in 26 episodes)
- 2013: American Horror Story: Coven – Billy
- 2014: Person of Interest – Detective Jake Harrison
- 2015: Allegiance – Alex O'Connor (main role)
- 2016: Black Mirror – Wes (in the episode "San Junipero")
- 2017: Skybound – Kyle (lead role in a feature film)
- 2018: Life-Size 2 – Calum (television film)
- 2018, 2024: 9-1-1 – Father Brian (6 episodes)
- 2021–2023: Kung Fu – Evan Hartley (main role)
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See also
In Spanish: Gavin Stenhouse para niños