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Last updated on the 16 April 2025 by Evandrus
Mini Biography
Born February 5, 1987, Betong, Sarawak, Malaysia.
Henry Golding is a British-Malaysian actor and television presenter. His mother, Margaret Likan Golding, is of Dayak Iban ancestry, while his father, Clive Golding, is English. Golding spent his early years in Malaysia before moving to Surrey, England, at the age of eight. He attended The Warwick School in Redhill and later relocated to Kuala Lumpur to pursue a career in media.
Before transitioning into acting, Golding worked as a hairdresser in London and later became a television presenter. He hosted various programs, including ESPN’s football show, BBC’s “The Travel Show”, and Discovery Channel Asia’s “Surviving Borneo”. His charisma and on-screen presence helped him gain recognition, leading to his breakthrough role in Hollywood.
Henry Golding’s acting career took off when he was cast as Nick Young in “Crazy Rich Asians” (2018), a film that became a global success. He followed this with roles in “A Simple Favor” (2018), “Last Christmas” (2019), and “The Gentlemen” (2019. In 2021, he starred as the titular character in “Snake Eyes”, an action-adventure film based on the “G.I. Joe” franchise. His recent projects include “The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare” (2024), further solidifying his presence in Hollywood.
Henry Golding married Liv Lo, a Taiwanese-Italian television presenter, in 2016, and the couple have two children. He continues to advocate for diversity in the entertainment industry, using his platform to challenge stereotypes and promote representation. His journey from television presenter to Hollywood star is a testament to his talent and determination.
Suggested viewing
The Gentlemen (2020)
Bftv 8.5 / IMDb 7.8
A wealthy American expat who built a marijuana empire in London decides to cash out but his plan is disrupted when news of the sale leaks. This ignites a chain reaction of plots, schemes and betrayals as gangsters, investigators and shady businessmen all vie to steal the lucrative business or get revenge on the owner.
Top cast: Henry Golding, Matthew McConaughey, Charlie Hunnam, Michelle Dockery, Jeremy Strong, Colin Farrell, Hugh Grant, Eddie Marsan, Chidi Ajufo.
Last Christmas (2019)
IMDb 8.0 / Bftv 6.5
A young woman stuck in a dead-end job and struggling to get her life together encounters a charming man while working at a Christmas store. Their connection is undeniable, but as they grow closer, she realises there’s more to him than meets the eye and he forces her to confront past experiences that are holding her back.
Top cast: Emilia Clarke, Henry Golding, Michelle Yeoh, Emma Thompson, Lydia Leonard.
