Born: ” 26 July 1978, Ystradgynlais, Powys, Wales.
Eve Myles in the heart of Wales, wasn’t your typical aspiring actress. While other children in her profession perhaps dreamt of Hollywood, young Eve harboured a passion for boxing. However, … Read the rest
Born: 20 February 1990, Edgware, London, England.
Though Anjli Mohindra’s birthplace was Edgware, London, she spent part of her childhood in West Bridgford, Nottinghamshire. A unique experience came during a four-year stint in Germany on a military base. … Read the rest
Born: 14 November 1959, Kensington, Liverpool, England.
Paul McGann hails from a family of five siblings, with his brother Mark McGann also making a name for himself in the entertainment industry.
In terms of education, Paul McGann attended … Read the rest
Born: 7 July 1919, Chelsea, London, England.
Jon Pertwee was an English actor with a career spanning nearly six decades. Pertwee hailed from a theatrical family, which laid the foundation for his future in entertainment. His father, … Read the rest
Born: June 8, 1943, Waterloo, London, England.
Colin Baker’s early life was marked by a move to Rochdale at the age of three, where he later attended St Bede’s College in Manchester. Excelling in academics, Baker achieved A … Read the rest
Born: 20 August 1943, Dunoon, Argyll and Bute, Scotland.
Sylvester McCoy’s early life was marked by the tragedy of losing his father, who was killed in action during World War II just months before McCoy’s birth. Raised … Read the rest
Born: 1 February 1946, Liverpool, England.
Elisabeth Sladen became famous for playing Sarah Jane Smith in the sci-fi series Doctor Who and its spin-offs. She was the only child of Tom and Gladys Sladen. She developed an interest … Read the rest
Born: 25 March 1920, Mill Hill, Middlesex, England.
Patrick Troughton is best remembered for his transformative portrayal of the Second Doctor in the iconic British science-fiction series Doctor Who, a role that cemented his status as a television … Read the rest
Born: 19 June 2004, Tameside, Greater Manchester, England.
Amelia Eve Gibson, better known as Millie Gibson, is an English actress who has established herself as a captivating performer on both the small and large screens. Her early life … Read the rest
Born: 15 October 1992, Nyarugenge, Kigali, Rwanda.
Ncuti Gatwa’s early life was marked by displacement and resilience. In 1994, when he was two years old, his family fled the Rwandan genocide, seeking refuge in Scotland. Growing up in … Read the rest
Born: 28 November 1987, Inverness, Scotland.
Karen Gillan, born Karen Sheila Gillan, wasn’t your typical child. While others played in playgrounds, Gillan developed her acting skills in youth theatre groups and school productions at Charleston Academy. This passion … Read the rest
Born: 5 December 1969, Bloomsbury, London, England.
Catherine Tate’s early life was steeped in creativity. Her father, Bernard Tate, was a successful television and film producer, and her mother, Josephine Tate, was a housewife with a passion for … Read the rest
Born: 20 January 1934, Vauxhall, Liverpool, England.
Thomas Joseph Baker, better known as Tom Baker, embarked on a journey that would lead him to become one of the most iconic figures in science fiction television. His early life … Read the rest
Born: 5 January 1988, Leeds, West Yorkshire, England.
After completing her education at a local school, Mandip Gill enrolled in the acting program at the University of Central Lancashire. Here she developed a strong foundation in theater, film, … Read the rest
Born: 13 April 1951, Streatham, London, England.
Peter Davison was born to Claude and Sheila Moffett. Claude, originally from British Guiana (now known as Guyana), was a radio engineer before he started his own grocery store. Sheila served … Read the rest
Born: 8 January 1908, London, England.
One of William Hartnell’s first notable roles came in the form of Sergeant Grimshawe in “The Army Game.” This popular sitcom that aired from 1957 to 1961 showcased his comedic prowess as … Read the rest
Born: 26 May 1913, Kenley, Surrey, England.
Peter Cushing, an English actor whose career spanned over six decades, is remembered for his significant contributions to the horror genre and his role in the original Star Wars film. Cushing’s … Read the rest
Born: 20 March 1979, Hackney, London, England.
Freema Agyeman’s mother Azar is Iranian Kurdish and her father Osei is Ghanaian. They divorced when she was young and Agyeman grew up with her older sister Leila and younger brother … Read the rest
Born: 16 February 1964, Salford, Greater Manchester, England.
Christopher Eccleston’s journey to stardom began with his portrayal of the Ninth Doctor in the iconic science fiction series Doctor Who. His tenure as the Doctor from 2005 to 2006 … Read the rest
Born: 14 April 1958, Glasgow, Scotland.
Peter Capaldi is a Scottish actor, director and writer who is best known for playing the twelfth Doctor in the science fiction series Doctor Who and Malcolm Tucker in the political satire … Read the rest
Born: 22 September 1982, Swindon, Wiltshire, England.
Billie Piper, born Leian Paul Piper, is an English actress and former singer who has carved a unique path in the entertainment industry. Her journey began not on stage, but … Read the rest
The first of our Doctor Who specials is “The Christmas Invasion” where the newly regenerated Tenth Doctor, played by David Tennant, must face off against an alien invasion led by the Sycorax while his companion … Read the rest
Born: 28 October 1982, Northampton, England.
Matt Smith dreamt of a different kind of stardom in his youth. The son of Lynne and David Smith, Matt’s early aspirations lay on the football pitch. He followed in his grandfather’s … Read the rest
Born: 17 June 1982, Skelmanthorpe, West Yorkshire, England.
Jodie Whittaker grew up in a family of actors and performers, which inspired her to pursue a career in acting from a young age.
Whittaker studied at the Guildhall School … Read the rest
Born: 27 April 1986, Blackpool, Lancashire, England.
Jenna Coleman, born as Jenna-Louise Coleman attended Arnold School, an independent school in Blackpool, where she participated in school plays and developed her passion for the performing arts.
After completing her … Read the rest
Born: 18 April 1971, Bathgate, West Lothian, Scotland.
David Tennant grew up in a close-knit family with his parents, Helen and Alexander “Sandy” McDonald and his siblings, Blair and Karen. His father was a minister who served … Read the rest