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Taron EgertonWelsh actor and singer
Date of Birth: 10.11.1989
Country:  Great Britain |
Content:
- Early Life and Education
- Acting Career
- Breakthrough Role in "The Smoke"
- Stardom with "Kingsman: The Secret Service"
- Versatility in "Legend" and "Eddie the Eagle"
- Animated Projects
- Current and Upcoming Projects
- Personal Life
- Filmography
Early Life and Education
Taron David Egerton is a Welsh actor and singer renowned for his captivating performances. Born in Birkenhead, England, Taron identifies as Welsh, with his grandmother being Welsh and him speaking Welsh fluently. His parents worked in the hospitality and social work industries. After living in the Wirral Peninsula, the family relocated to Llanfairpwllgwyngyll, Anglesey in Wales, where Taron attended school. The Egerton family later moved to Aberystwyth, where Taron showed an early interest in acting. Upon graduating high school, he pursued a Bachelor of Arts in Acting from the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, graduating in 2012.
Acting Career
Theatre and Early RolesTaron's career commenced on stage with his debut in the play "The Last of the Haussmans." In 2013, he made his screen debut with guest appearances in the television series "Lewis."
Breakthrough Role in "The Smoke"
Taron's breakthrough role came in the 2014 series "The Smoke." He portrayed Dennis Severs, a troubled teenager struggling to reconcile his youthful anxieties with his attempts to appear older.
Stardom with "Kingsman: The Secret Service"
In 2015, Taron landed the coveted role of Eggsy in "Kingsman: The Secret Service." The action-comedy garnered critical acclaim, propelling Taron to international stardom.
Versatility in "Legend" and "Eddie the Eagle"
Taron's versatility was showcased in the 2015 crime drama "Legend," where he played an unstable and homophobic gangster. In 2016, he starred in "Eddie the Eagle," an uplifting story of a failed ski jumper who overcame adversity.
Animated Projects
Taron expanded his repertoire by voicing Johnny, a teenage gorilla aspiring to become a musician, in the 2016 animated film "Sing." He also voiced the lead character in the 2017 animated musical "Sing Your Song."
Current and Upcoming Projects
Taron continues to expand his filmography, with several upcoming projects. These include "Billionaire Boys Club" (2017), "Kingsman: The Golden Circle" (2017), and "Robin Hood" (2018).
Personal Life
Taron Egerton is notoriously private about his personal life. While he initially faced speculation about his sexuality, he has clarified that he is not gay. The actor has acknowledged a period of loneliness in the past but now states he is happily dating someone, keeping their identity confidential.
Filmography
2018: Robin Hood2017: Billionaire Boys Club
2017: Kingsman: The Golden Circle
2016: Sing
2016: Eddie the Eagle
2015: Legend
2015: Kingsman: The Secret Service
2014: Testament of Youth
2013: Lewis
