Tom Ellis
Tom Ellis is a Welsh actor, widely recognized for his role as Gary Preston in the BBC One sitcom “Miranda” and as the title character in the Fox urban fantasy series “Lucifer.” Born in Cardiff, Wales, Ellis has established himself in both British and American television. He gained further prominence by reprising his role as Lucifer Morningstar in the Arrowverse franchise’s “Crisis on Infinite Earths” crossover in 2019.
Ellis’s career began with roles in British television before achieving international fame with “Lucifer.” He played King Cenred in the BBC fantasy series “Merlin,” Justyn in Channel 4’s “No Angels,” and Thomas Milligan in the “Doctor Who” series three finale “Last of the Time Lords.” His other notable television appearances include the BBC One soap opera “EastEnders,” “The Catherine Tate Show,” and “Holby City.” In 2015, Ellis was cast as Lucifer Morningstar in the Fox series “Lucifer,” which later moved to Netflix.
Throughout his career, Ellis has collaborated with a range of actors and creators, contributing to his success in the industry. His role in “Lucifer” involved working closely with co-stars like Lauren German, Brianna Hildebrand and D.B. Woodside. In “Miranda,” he starred alongside Miranda Hart, forming a beloved on-screen duo. His performances in “Merlin” and “Doctor Who” saw him collaborate with actors like Colin Morgan and David Tennant.