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 April 4, 1986) is an English actor. He is well-known for his roles in TV shows like Kung Fu (where he played Evan Hartley) and the Black Mirror episode "San Junipero". He also appeared in the TV movie Life-Size 2.
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Growing Up and Learning to Act
Gavin Stenhouse was born and grew up in Hong Kong. Later, his family moved to Lewes, England. His father was an airline pilot, and his mother was a teacher. Gavin studied acting at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. This is a famous acting school in London.
Gavin's Acting Journey
Gavin Stenhouse started his acting career with small parts in TV shows. Some of these early roles were in Sofia's Diary (2008) and Off the Hook (2009). He also appeared in the movie The Malay Chronicles: Bloodlines (2011).
Performing on Stage Around the World
In 2014, Gavin acted in a play called Richard III. He played the character of the Marquess of Dorset. This play toured around the world with famous actor Kevin Spacey. It was directed by Sam Mendes. They performed the play over 200 times. They visited three different continents! A film crew followed them, making a documentary called NOW: In the Wings on a World Stage.
Key Roles in Television and Film
In 2015, Gavin played Alex O'Connor in the spy TV series Allegiance. The same year, it was announced he would be in the film Skybound.
In 2016, he appeared in "San Junipero". This was an episode of the popular TV show Black Mirror.
In 2018, Gavin co-starred in the TV movie Life-Size 2. He acted alongside Tyra Banks and Francia Raisa.
In 2020, Gavin was cast in a main role for the modern TV show Kung Fu. He played the character of Evan Hartley. The show was very popular and was renewed for a second season in 2021.
Gavin's Family Life
Gavin Stenhouse is married and has two daughters.
Filmography Highlights
Gavin Stenhouse has appeared in many TV shows and movies. Here are some of his notable roles:
- 2007: Nearly Famous – Guitar guy (TV series)
- 2008: Sofia's Diary – Sean (TV series)
- 2011: The Malay Chronicles: Bloodlines – Marcus Carpenius (Feature film)
- 2013: American Horror Story: Coven – Billy (TV series)
- 2014: Person of Interest – Detective Jake Harrison (TV series)
- 2015: Allegiance – Alex O'Connor (Main role in TV series)
- 2016: Black Mirror – Wes (Episode: "San Junipero")
- 2017: Skybound – Kyle (Lead role in feature film)
- 2018: Life-Size 2 – Calum (Television film)
- 2021–2023: Kung Fu – Evan Hartley (Main role in TV series)
See also
In Spanish: Gavin Stenhouse para niños
