Alex Sawyer is a talented English actor, widely recognized for his versatile performances in various TV shows and films. His notable roles include David Oumou in Epix's Get Shorty, Jack Lively in Hulu's Harlots, and Alfie Lewis in House of Anubis. Additionally, he has made appearances in Netflix's The End of the F***ing World as Topher.
Born on February 13, 1993, in Kent, England, Alex is the son of an English-Finnish father and a Ghanaian mother. His unique cultural background has undoubtedly influenced his artistic endeavors.
Alex received his early education at Aberdour School in Burgh Heath and later attended King's College School in Wimbledon. His passion for acting began at a young age, when he was just nine years old, and he made his stage debut in a production of Oliver! at the Epsom Playhouse, playing one of the chorus members.
As he grew older, Alex continued to hone his craft by attending Laine Theater Arts classes, where he earned his Silver LAMDA acting award by the time he left at the age of 17. His dedication and talent did not go unnoticed, and he was soon scouted by an agent, marking the beginning of his official career as an actor.
After appearing in a school production of Blue Orange, Alex's talent was discovered by a professional agent, paving the way for his successful career in the entertainment industry.