Luke Treadaway Biography

(Actor and Singer Known for His Film ‘The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time’)

Birthday: September 10, 1984 (Virgo)

Born In: Exeter, Devon, England, United Kingdom

Luke Treadway is a British singer and actor known for playing Christopher in the stage production of ‘The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time,’ for which he earned an Olivier Award. He is the twin brother of popular actor Harry Treadway. Luke has appeared in multiple acting projects, including stage plays, movies, short films and TV shows. Born in Exeter, Devon, to a primary school teacher and an architect, Treadway grew up in Sandford alongside his two brothers. Following his schooling, he studied at Queen Elizabeth's Community College in Crediton. His first acting role was in a stage production of ‘Little Red Riding Hood.’ Since then, the talented actor has been consistently giving terrific performances. He has also appeared alongside his twin brother many times. Since 2011, he has been dating actress Ruta Gedmintas. The couple lives together in North London.
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Quick Facts

British Celebrities Born In September

Also Known As: Luke Antony Newman Treadaway

Age: 40 Years, 40 Year Old Males

Family:

siblings: Harry Treadaway, Sam Treadaway

Partner: Ruta Gedmintas (2011–)

Born Country: England

Actors Singers

Height: 5'9" (175 cm), 5'9" Males

City: Exeter, England

More Facts

education: London Academy Of Music And Dramatic Art

  • 1

    Where did Luke Treadaway grow up?

    Luke Treadaway grew up in Sandford, Devon, England.
  • 2

    What are some notable movies starring Luke Treadaway?

    Some notable movies starring Luke Treadaway include "Attack the Block," "Unbroken," and "A Street Cat Named Bob."
  • 3

    Has Luke Treadaway worked in television series as well?

    Yes, Luke Treadaway has appeared in television series such as "Fortitude" and "Ordeal by Innocence."
  • 4

    Did Luke Treadaway receive any critical acclaim for his performances in theater?

    Yes, Luke Treadaway received critical acclaim for his performance in the play "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time," winning an Olivier Award for Best Actor.
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    Is Luke Treadaway involved in any charity work?

    Yes, Luke Treadaway is known to support various charitable causes, including animal welfare organizations.
Childhood & Early Life
Luke Treadway was born on 10 September 1984, in Exeter, Devon, England. His mother is a primary teacher while his father works as an architect. He has two brothers, an elder brother, Sam, and a younger twin, actor Harry.
He studied at Queen Elizabeth's Community College. He later joined the National Youth Theatre and appeared in many plays for the company.
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Career
Luke Treadway made his feature film debut in 2005, appearing in ‘Brothers of the Head’ alongside his brother Harry. In 2006, Treadway graduated from the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art.
In 2006, he joined the cast of BBC’s ‘The Innocence Project’ as Adam. In 2007, he appeared in ‘Clapham Junction’, a TV film focusing on the individual experiences of many gay men and the resultant consequences when their lives collide. That year, the actor also appeared in Royal National Theatre’s production of ‘Saint Joan’.
From 2008 to 2009, he starred in the television series ‘Mist: Sheepdog Tales’. During this time, Treadway also featured in the British horror ‘Heartless’. Although the film didn’t do well commercially, it garnered positive reviews from the critics.
The year 2010 saw him in a music video for the song “For the First Time” as well as in the action adventure fantasy flick ‘Clash of the Titans,’ a movie directed by Louis Leterrier. It grossed $493.2 million worldwide against its $125 million budget.
In 2011, the actor appeared in the international project ‘'Late Bloomers', a French drama movie starring Isabella Rossellini and William Hurt. That year, he also featured in a theatrical production of ‘The History of Titus Groan’.
In 2012, he bagged a role in Royal National Theatre’s production of ‘The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time’. His performance in the play earned him an Olivier Award for Best Leading Actor.
Also in 2012, Treadway played Joseph Patten in the comedy drama film 'Cheerful Weather for the Wedding'. The film centers on a woman who worries that she's about to marry the wrong guy on her wedding day, while both her fiancé and her ex-lover become anxious about the event.
In 2015, he starred in the TV film ‘The Rack Pack’ and also appeared in the television series ‘Vicious’.
He lent his voice to the character of Raymond Briggs in Roger Mainwood’s animated biographical movie ‘Ethel & Ernest’ in 2016. Treadway also starred in the feature film ‘A Street Cat Named Bob’ the same year.
In 2017, he acted in the play ‘Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?’ that premiered at the Harold Pinter Theatre. This was followed by his role in the BBC1 miniseries ‘Ordeal by Innocence’.
Major Works
In 2015, Luke Treadway joined the cast of ‘Fortitude’ as Vincent Rattrey, a role he played until 2018. The horror psychological thriller series premiered on Sky Atlantic and also starred Richard Dormer, Björn Hlynur Haraldsson, Alexandra Moen and Sofie Gråbøl.
Family & Personal Life
Luke Treadaway is in a relationship with actress Ruta Gedmintas and lives with her and his twin brother, Harry, in a flat in North London.
Facts About Luke Treadaway
Luke Treadaway is an accomplished musician and can play several instruments, including the guitar and harmonica.
He is a passionate animal lover and has worked with various animal welfare organizations to raise awareness about animal rights.
Luke Treadaway is known for his adventurous spirit and has been spotted participating in extreme sports like skydiving and rock climbing.
He has a quirky habit of collecting vintage vinyl records and enjoys discovering hidden gems in old record shops.
Luke Treadaway has a talent for accents and can convincingly mimic a wide range of dialects, adding depth to his performances on screen and stage.

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