Andrew Alexander (actor)
| Andrew Alexander | |
|---|---|
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Andrew Alexander | |
| Born |
Andrew James Joseph Alexander de Perlaky 18 July 1982 St John's Wood, London, England |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2007–present |
| Spouse(s) | Araxie Kutchukian |
Andrew Alexander is an English stage, television and film actor, who is best known for his role as Sir John Bullock in Downton Abbey.[1]
Early Life and Education
Born in St John's Wood, London. His father is Hungarian and his mother English.
Alexander received academic and music scholarships to Bradfield College.
Alexander was offered a choral scholarship to Oxford University but chose to read History at King's College London. He went on to train in Musical Theatre at the Royal Academy of Music.[2]
Career
Theatre
At 29 he played the lead role, Richard Hannay, in The 39 Steps in London's West End, having understudied the role previously.[3] He was the first understudy to be promoted in the production due to favourable reviews and notices, including from Stephen Fry on Twitter.
Film and TV
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Downton Abbey | Sir John Bullock |
| 2014 | The Monuments Men | Major Piper |
| 2014 | A Hundred Streets | Mikey |
| 2015 | The Hippopotamus | Matthew Lake |
| 2015 | Midsomer Murders | Harry Whyam |
Singing and music
He was an original member of the Sony BMG group Teatro. Teatro's first album was certified Gold in the UK. Performances included headlining at The Royal Variety Performance, meeting HM The Queen, and supporting José Carreras at the BBC Proms In The Park in Hyde Park.
Discography
Studio albums
| Title | Details | Certifications |
|---|---|---|
| UK | ||
| Teatro |
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Personal life
Alexander currently lives in West London with his wife, Artist, Araxie Kutchukian.[5]
References
- ↑ "Kate Middleton's childhood crush Andrew Alexander makes Downton Abbey debut as party-loving Sir John Bullock". Daily Mail UK. 7 Oct 2013. Retrieved 17 November 2013.
- ↑ "Interview with Andrew Alexander: Richard Hannay The 39 Steps". Lastminutetheatretickets.com.
- ↑ "Andrew Alexander on Mascara-ing His Mustache as the Suave Star of London’s The 39 Steps".
- ↑ "BPI".
- ↑ "Tatler Bystander".