Tom Ellis

Born in Cardiff, Wales, Tom Ellis made his way into the world of acting with a bang, quickly becoming a household name across the United Kingdom. His first breakout role came as Dr. Oliver Cousins on the popular BBC soap opera "EastEnders." Soon after, he took on the role of Detective Sergeant Sam Speed in an amusing parody of the iconic series "Life on Mars" within "The Catherine Tate Show."

Tom continued to captivate audiences with his comedic flair, starring as Sam in the BBC comedy "Pulling," and later as Gary in Miranda Hart's critically acclaimed BBC2 sitcom "Miranda." His diverse acting range took flight when he portrayed Justyn in Channel 4's gripping drama "No Angels" and made a memorable appearance as Thomas Milligan in the third series finale of the British sci-fi phenomenon, "Doctor Who."

In 2009, Ellis showcased his versatility yet again by starring alongside Fay Ripley in the ITV comedy drama "Monday Monday," a delightful summertime treat for television viewers. With each role, Tom Ellis has proven himself to be an incredibly talented and dynamic actor with a bright future ahead.

Off-screen, Tom enjoys a happy life as a married man to fellow actress Tamzin Outhwaite. The couple relocated their family to England where Tom attended High Storrs School in Sheffield. In his youth, he was an accomplished French Horn player with the City of Sheffield Youth Orchestra and a die-hard fan of Sheffield Wednesday football club. However, since moving to London, Tom has become a loyal supporter of Arsenal Football Club instead.

Throughout his career, Tom Ellis has consistently shown great talent and versatility, making him one of the UK's most beloved actors today. As he continues to evolve as an artist, there's no doubt that we will see more exciting roles and accomplishments from this Welsh heartthrob in the years to come.