Joe Alwyn Biography

Joe Alwyn is an English actor who is best known for his roles in the movies ‘Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk’ and ‘The Favourite’. He has gained much popularity owing to his relationship with the famous singer-songwriter Taylor Swift. Although an "introverted" kid in childhood, he secretly wanted to be an actor. Following his graduation from City of London School, he joined National Youth Theatre in his teens. Alwyn had his first acting appearances in student productions while studying at the University of Bristol. He later earned his BA degree in acting from Royal Central School of Speech & Drama. The son of a documentary filmmaker father and a psychotherapist mother, Alwyn is also the great-grandson of conductor, music teacher, and composer William Alwyn. Despite being related to famous personalities, he has earned stardom on his own and has built an extensive fan base for himself both in the English entertainment industry and beyond.