Tom Felton

September 22, 2024

Fast Facts
Background
Career Timeline
Why We Love
Surprising Facts
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English actor Tom Felton was born on September 22, 1987, in England. Felton’s first acting role was in “The Borrowers” (1997), and he went on to play Louis Stevens in the Disney Channel series “Even Stevens” from 2000 to 2003. In 2001, he starred as young Draco Malfoy in the film “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone,” and reprised the role for all of the subsequent Harry Potter films. Since graduating from high school in 2005, Felton has appeared in several other films and television shows.

Fast Facts

Full Name:

Tom Andrew Felton

Nickname:

Movie Actor

Birth date:

September 22, 1987

Age:

Zodiac Sign:

Virgo

Height:

5' 9"

Relationship Status:

Single

Net Worth:

$20 million

Background

Tom Felton was born in Epsom, Surrey, England on September 22, 1987. From an early age, he showed a love for the arts and performance. This led him to pursue a career in acting, and he started out by appearing in commercials and small T.V. roles. In 1999, he made his film debut as Peagreen in “The Borrowers.” Felton went on to appear in several other films, including “A Knight’s Tale” (2001), “The Order” (2003), and “Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets” (2002).

His big break came in 2001 when he was cast as Draco Malfoy in the Harry Potter series. This role made him a household name and won him legions of fans all over the world. In addition to his work in Harry Potter, Tom has also starred in several other films, including “Rise of the Planet of the Apes” and “The Apparition.”

In recent years, Felton has starred in the T.V. series “Murder in the First” and “The Flash.” He has come a long way since he first auditioned for the role at the ripe age of 11. His career is one marked by both success and villainy. From his early days on the “Harry Potter” set to his more recent work on “The Flash,” Felton has consistently impressed with his ability to bring complex characters to life. While he will always be remembered for his portrayal of Draco Malfoy, Felton has proven that he is much more than a one-note actor.

Career timeline

1995

First Feature Film

Felton lands his first feature film role in "The Last Hour" playing a supporting character.

2001

The Magic Begins

Felton is cast as Draco Malfoy in the “Harry Potter” film series, playing the villain.

2007

Doctor Who

Felton stars in the popular British television show "Doctor Who."

2011

American Television

Felton begins starring in the U.S.A. Network series "Murder in the First".

2013

A World of Superheroes

Felton is cast as Julian Albert in “The Flash” television series.

Why We Love Tom Felton

He’s an amazing actor
He has played some truly iconic characters over the years, and he always brings so much depth to his performances. We are really looking forward to seeing what he does in the future!
He’s gorgeous
Tom Felton is a very good-looking guy and he knows it! He's had many girlfriends in the past and his face is perfect for playing the mischievous yet handsome villain.
He’s a role model for young adults
He is a great role model because he is very successful and he had to work hard to get where he is. He also is a great person and supports charities.

5 Surprising Facts

He auditioned to be Harry Potter
He originally auditioned for the role of Harry Potter, but director Chris Columbus felt he was better suited for Draco Malfoy.
Self-taught musician
He plays the guitar, bass, and drums. He really has that artistic sensitivity in every discipline!
First acting role aged seven
He made his professional acting debut at age seven, appearing in the B.B.C. series “The Borrowers.”
He has won many awards
Felton has won several awards for his work in the “Harry Potter” films, including an M.T.V. Movie Award and a Teen Choice Award.
He tried getting into music
In 2010, he launched his own music label called "Savage Productions."