Andrew Alexander (actor)
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Andrew Alexander | |
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| Born | Andrew James Joseph Alexander de Perlaky |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2007–present |
| Spouse | Araxie Kutchukian |
Andrew Alexander is an English actor and singer, who is best known for his role as Sir John Bullock in Downton Abbey.
In 2018, he was made an Associate of the Royal Academy of Music for his significant contribution to the creative industries.
He is currently[when?] training to be an entertainment lawyer at the entertainment law firm Clintons.
Alexander attended Bradfield College, receiving academic and music scholarships. He went on to read history at King's College London before training in Musical Theatre at the Royal Academy of Music.[1]
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.[2] He was the first understudy to be promoted in the production due to favourable reviews and notices, including from Stephen Fry on Twitter. Other credits include The Hot Mikado at The Watermill (nominated for a TMA award) and Trouble in Mind at The Print Room[3] (nominated for Offie and UK Theatre Awards).
Film and TV
| Year | Title | Role |
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| 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 |
| 2017 | McMafia | Milo |
| 2018 | EastEnders | Henry |
| 2019 | Ladhood | Tom |
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 the Queen, and supporting José Carreras at the BBC Proms In The Park in Hyde Park.