Billy Harris (actor)
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| File:Billy Harris on March 20, 2023 in the Oval Office of the White House - P20230320AS-2576 (cropped).jpg Harris in 2023 | |
| Born | 12 April 1994 Southend-on-Sea, Essex, England |
| Nationality | English |
| Alma mater | Bristol Old Vic Theatre School |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2013–present |
| Notable work | Ted Lasso |
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Billy Harris (born 12 April 1994) is an English actor. He appears as Colin Hughes in all seasons of the Apple TV+ television show Ted Lasso.
Career
Harris was a student of theatre at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School from 2014 and 2017. After graduation, he appeared in a wide number of stage roles.[1][2]
Influences
Harris has cited Marlon Brando as an acting inspiration. He emulated Brando in a performance of his speech from the Joseph L. Mankiewicz film Julius Caesar in an unsuccessful audition and it helped him find his own voice as an actor.[3] He has also expressed admiration for actor Anthony Hopkins and his philosophy on preparing for a role.[4]
Early roles
Harris started out in commercials, notably one for Nike starring Kevin Durant.[5] He then had a few small parts in short films and web series. Harris' first lead role was as Callum McGregor in a stage adaptation of the Noughts & Crosses novel series by author Malorie Blackman, OBE.[6]
Ted Lasso and other work
Harris had a small role in the BBC One series The Outlaws in 2022.[7][8] His upcoming projects include voice acting in an animated show by writer and previous collaborator, Elliot Blake.[9]
Personal life
Harris is from Southend, Essex[3] and he has a sister. He is a fan of Manchester United F.C.[10]
Selected filmography
| † | Denotes works that have not yet been released |
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020–2023 | Ted Lasso | Colin Hughes | Recurring role (seasons 1–2), main role (season 3) |
| 2022 | The Outlaws | Posh Boy | 1 episode |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Association | Category | Project | Result | Ref. |
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2023
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Screen Actors Guild Awards | Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series | Ted Lasso | Pending | [11] |
References
- ↑ "Billy Harris". Oldvic.ac.uk. Archived from the original on 6 April 2023. Retrieved 6 April 2023.
- ↑ Anne, Quimberly (1 April 2023). "Things You Probably Didn't Know About 'Ted Lasso' Actor Billy Harris". Archived from the original on 8 April 2023. Retrieved 6 April 2023.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Riley, Jenelle (19 April 2023). "'Ted Lasso' Star Billy Harris Talks Colin's Big Episode: 'I've Read Pretty Much Every Tweet'". Variety. Archived from the original on 19 April 2023. Retrieved 20 April 2023.
- ↑ "Billy Harris - 1883 Magazine". 19 April 2023. Archived from the original on 20 April 2023. Retrieved 20 April 2023.
- ↑ Kevin Durant Investigates - Footlocker / Nike Advert: Extended Version, archived from the original on 20 April 2023, retrieved 20 April 2023
- ↑ Bowman, Jamie (15 February 2019). "Meet the young actor bringing teenage classic Noughts & Crosses to the stage". The Leader. pp. 2–3. Archived from the original on 12 September 2023. Retrieved 12 April 2023.
- ↑ "The Outlaws". Comedy.co.uk. Archived from the original on 6 April 2023. Retrieved 6 April 2023.
- ↑ Hibbs, James (3 April 2023). "Ted Lasso season 3 cast: Meet the stars of Apple TV+ comedy". Radio Times. Archived from the original on 7 April 2023. Retrieved 6 April 2023.
- ↑ Blake, Elliot (19 April 2023). "I can't wait for you to hear him in the new animated show I'm producing". Twitter. Retrieved 19 April 2023.
- ↑ "When the stars of Ted Lasso came to Old Trafford". www.manutd.com. Archived from the original on 20 April 2023. Retrieved 19 April 2023.
- ↑ "Nominations Announced for the 30th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards®" (Press release). Screen Actors Guild. 10 January 2024. Retrieved 10 January 2024.
External links
- Billy Harris at IMDb