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 training to be an entertainment lawyer at the entertainment law firm Clintons.
Early life 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.
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. 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 (nominated for Offie and UK Theatre Awards).
Film and TV Year Title Role2013Downton AbbeySir John Bullock2014The Monuments MenMajor Piper2014A Hundred StreetsMikey2015The HippopotamusMatthew Lake2015Midsomer MurdersHarry Whyam2017McMafiaMilo2018EastEndersHenry2019LadhoodTom
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.
Discography
Studio albums Title Details Certifications UK Teatro Released: 26 November 2007 Label: Sony BMG Format: CD BPI: Gold
Personal life Alexander currently lives in West London with his wife, artist Araxie Kutchukian.
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