Wil Johnson

Wil Johnson

60 · Born: Apr 18, 1965

2022
2017
2014
2000

Personal Details

BornApr 18, 1965 Haringey, London, England, UK

Biography

Wilbert Johnson, professionally known as Wil Johnson, is a renowned English actor born in the year 1965, whose impressive career has been marked by his outstanding performances in various television shows and stage productions.

Johnson, a renowned individual, was born in the charming neighborhood of Muswell Hill, situated in the bustling city of London. His mother, a skilled professional, worked as an addressmaker, while his father, a talented craftsman, plied his trade as a carpenter. As Johnson grew and developed, he initially demonstrated little enthusiasm for the world of acting, despite having the opportunity to attend a prestigious drama school. This lack of interest was attributed largely to a speech impediment that he struggled with, as well as the regular occurrence of panic attacks that left him feeling anxious and uncertain. However, fate had other plans for Johnson, as he was unexpectedly thrust into the spotlight when he filled in for an absent actor. This sudden and unexpected turn of events sparked a newfound passion within him, and he soon found himself pursuing a career in acting with renewed enthusiasm and dedication.

Johnson's initial foray into the world of professional acting commenced with a pivotal role in the 1985 Edinburgh Festival Fringe production of Four Seasons, a theatrical experience that marked the beginning of his illustrious career.

Throughout the decade of the 1980s, Johnson's presence on the small screen was intermittent, with minor appearances in various television series, including Casualty and London's Burning, gradually honing his skills and building his repertoire.

It was, however, his breakout role as detective Stevie Johnson in the London Weekend Television series Anna Lee that truly catapulted him to fame, solidifying his position as a talented and versatile actor.

When not immersed in the world of acting, Christopher Johnson chose to supplement his income by engaging in a rather unconventional profession - working for a local undertaker. As part of his duties, he would drive the hearse, a responsibility that required a great deal of tact and sensitivity. Additionally, he would often serve as a pallbearer, a role that demanded a high level of emotional intelligence and compassion.

Between the years 2000 and 2002, Jason Johnson made a notable appearance as Steve Robinson in the esteemed drama series "Clocking Off", a production of the renowned television writer Paul Abbott.

Johnson's subsequent acting endeavors saw him take on a main cast role in the BBC's "Babyfather" for two consecutive series, spanning from 2001 to 2002.

In the year 2004, Johnson had the privilege of portraying the title character in the esteemed production of "Othello", a theatrical adaptation staged by the prestigious Royal Lyceum Theatre Company.

Furthermore, Johnson's television credits include his portrayal of Marcus Kirby in the BBC Drama "Waterloo Road", a role he departed from during the second half of the series.

In 2011, Johnson made a notable appearance as Gangstar Boss Big Mike in the film "Anuvahood".

Career

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2024
Tell No Lies
Tell No Lies as Detective Wright
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2021
The Larkins
The Larkins as Old Reg
{"id":194852,"title":"Black Smoke Rising","year":"2018","character":"Simon","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/black-smoke-rising","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_194852.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_194852.jpg"},"released":1}
2018
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Macbeth
Macbeth as Captain
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Vera
Vera as Gary Whenchurch
{"id":113029,"title":"King Lear","year":"2016","character":"Earl of Kent","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/king-lear-2016","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_113029.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_113029.jpg"},"released":1}
2016
King Lear
King Lear as Earl of Kent
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2014
Moving On
Moving On as Pete Jackson
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2013
Fedz
Fedz as Trevor McBride
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2012
Hard Shoulder
Hard Shoulder as Carl Foster
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2011
{"id":40325,"title":"Pimp","year":"2010","character":"Byron","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/pimp","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3r9uoov7ascg.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3r9uoov7ascg.jpg"},"released":1}
2010
Pimp
Pimp as Byron
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2008
Adulthood
Adulthood as Big Man
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2007
Deadmeat
Deadmeat as Barry
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2005
Yes
Yes as Virgil
{"id":79015,"title":"Emotional Backgammon","year":"2003","character":"John","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/emotional-backgammon","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_79015.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_79015.jpg"},"released":1}
2003
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2001
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{"id":8157,"title":"Waking the Dead","year":2001,"character":"DS Spencer Jordan","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/waking-the-dead","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_8157.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_8157.jpg"},"released":1}
Waking the Dead
Waking the Dead as DS Spencer Jordan
{"id":103831022,"title":"Clocking Off","year":2000,"character":"Steve Robinson","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/clocking-off","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103831022.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103831022.jpg"},"released":1}
2000
Clocking Off
Clocking Off as Steve Robinson
{"id":92994,"title":"Babymother","year":"1998","character":"Byron - her Babyfather","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/babymother","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_92994.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_92994.jpg"},"released":1}
1998
Babymother
Babymother as Byron - her Babyfather
{"id":11071,"title":"Anna Lee","year":1994,"character":"Stevie Johnson","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/anna-lee","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_11071.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_11071.jpg"},"released":1}
1994
Anna Lee
Anna Lee as Stevie Johnson