Tom Sturridge Biography

(Actor)

Birthday: December 21, 1985 (Sagittarius)

Born In: Lambeth, London, England, United Kingdom

Tom Sturridge, born as Thomas Sidney Jerome Sturridge, is a British actor who is known for appearing in the films ‘FairyTale: A True Story’, ‘Being Julia’, ‘Brothers of the Head’, ‘On the Road’, ‘Like Minds’, ‘Journey's End’ and ‘The Boat That Rocked’. Despite belonging to a show-business family, he was discouraged from pursuing acting at first and was not even allowed to act in school plays. However, as time passed Sturridge began his onscreen acting career under his director father’s guidance in the television adaptation of ‘Gulliver's Travels’. Since then, he has acted in numerous films, TV shows and theatrical plays. On television, the English actor appeared in the dramas ‘A Waste of Shame’ and ‘The Hollow Crown’. His theatrical works include plays, such as ‘The Trial’, ‘Punk Rock’, ‘Wastwater’, ‘Orphans’, ‘American Buffalo’ and ‘1984’. Talking about the recognition Sturridge has received for his acting prowess, he was once nominated for a Tony Award under the category ‘Best Performance by an Actor in the Leading Role in a Play’. He was also nominated for Olivier Awards for his performance as a supporting actor.
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Quick Facts

British Celebrities Born In December

Also Known As: Thomas Sidney Jerome Sturridge

Age: 38 Years, 38 Year Old Males

Family:

father: Charles Sturridge

mother: Phoebe Nicholls

siblings: Arthur Sturridge (brother), Matilda Sturridge (sister)

children: Marlowe Ottoline Layng Sturridge

Actors British Men

Height: 5'10" (178 cm), 5'10" Males

More Facts

education: The Harrodian School, Winchester College

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    What is Tom Sturridge's most famous role?

    One of Tom Sturridge's most famous roles is playing Will Proudfoot in the film "Son of Rambow."
  • 2

    Has Tom Sturridge ever appeared on stage?

    Yes, Tom Sturridge has appeared in several stage productions, including "Orphans" and "1984."
  • 3

    Is Tom Sturridge active on social media?

    Tom Sturridge is not very active on social media and prefers to keep a low profile.
  • 4

    Has Tom Sturridge received any critical acclaim for his acting?

    Yes, Tom Sturridge has received critical acclaim for his performances in various films and stage productions.
Career
Tom Sturridge first acted in the play ‘The Trial’. He then appeared in the television adaptation of ‘Gulliver's Travels’ in 1996. A year later, he did the flick ‘FairyTale: A True Story’. Then in 2004, the actor did the movies ‘Vanity Fair’, ‘Being Julia’ and ‘A Waste of Shame’. Soon after this, he was cast in the films ‘Brothers of the Head’, ‘Like Minds’ and ‘The Boat That Rocked’.
In 2010, Sturridge acted in the play ‘Punk Rock’. Later he played the roles of Will Donner and Danny in the films ‘Waiting for Forever’ and ‘Junkhearts’ respectively. After this, he did the play ‘Wastwater’. Sturridge then was cast as Carlo Marx in the flick ‘On the Road’ in 2012. A year later, he portrayed the character of Phillip in the play ‘Orphans’.
Soon after this, he got the offer to play Sergeant Troy in the film ‘Far from the Madding Crowd’. In 2015, the actor appeared in the flick ‘Remainder’ as well as in the play ‘American Buffalo’. The following year, he acted in the television drama ‘The Hollow Crown’. In the year 2017, Sturridge did the movies ‘Song to Song’, ‘Mary Shelley’ and ‘Journey's End’. He also acted in the play ‘1984’ during that time.
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Personal Life
Thomas Sidney Jerome “Tom” Sturridge was born on 21 December 1985 in Lambeth, London, England, UK, to actress Phoebe Nicholls and director Charles Sturridge. He is the grandson of actress Faith Kent and actor Anthony Nicholls. He has a brother named Arthur and a sister named Matilda, both of whom are actors. Sturridge attended Harrodian School and Winchester College.
In 2011, he started dating actress Sienna Miller. A year later, the couple’s daughter named Marlowe Ottoline Layng Sturridge was born. Sturridge and Miller separated in 2015.
Facts About Tom Sturridge
Tom Sturridge is skilled at playing the ukulele and enjoys incorporating music into his acting projects.
He is known for his eclectic fashion sense and has been praised for his unique style on and off the red carpet.
Sturridge is an avid reader and has a passion for literature, often sharing book recommendations with his fans.
In addition to his acting career, he is also involved in various charitable causes and has supported organizations focused on environmental conservation and social justice.
Sturridge is a dedicated father to his daughter with actress Sienna Miller, and values spending quality time with his family outside of the spotlight.

Tom Sturridge Movies

1. The Boat That Rocked (2009)

  (Drama, Music, Comedy)

2. Far from the Madding Crowd (2015)

  (Drama, Romance)

3. Being Julia (2004)

  (Comedy, Drama, Romance)

4. FairyTale: A True Story (1997)

  (Family, Drama, Mystery, Fantasy)

5. Like Minds (2006)

  (Thriller, Horror, Mystery, Crime)

6. Brothers of the Head (2005)

  (Drama, Music)

7. Vanity Fair (2004)

  (Drama)

8. On the Road (2012)

  (Adventure, Romance, Drama)

9. Waiting for Forever (2010)

  (Drama, Romance, Comedy)

10. Effie Gray (2014)

  (Romance, Biography, Drama)

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