Alex Pettyfer
Alexander Richard Pettyfer, known as Alex Pettyfer, was born on April 10, 1990, in Stevenage, England
Biography
Alex Pettyfer: Extended Biography
Full Name: Alexander Richard Pettyfer Date of Birth: April 10, 1990, Birthplace: Stevenage, Hertfordshire, England Occupation: Actor, Model, Director Years Active: 2005–present Education: Sylvia Young Theatre School Spouse: Toni Garrn (m. 2020; Sep. 2023) Children: 1
Early Life & Background
Alex Pettyfer was born in Stevenage, England, to actors Lee Robinson and Richard Pettyfer, who met while performing in London’s West End. Raised in Esher and later Windsor, Berkshire, he attended several independent schools, including The Mall School, Lambrook Haileybury, Millfield School, and Shiplake College. Before completing his GCSEs, he transferred to the Sylvia Young Theatre School in London, where he honed his acting skills.
From a young age, Alex was drawn to performance, appearing in school plays such as Willy Wonka in Charlie and the Chocolate Factoryand Robin Hood in The Adventures of Robin Hood. He also worked as a child fashion model, appearing in campaigns for Gap and Ralph Lauren.
Career & Achievements
Alex made his professional acting debut in Tom Brown’s Schooldays (2005), where he played the lead role of Tom Brown. His breakthrough came in Stormbreaker (2006), where he portrayed Alex Rider, earning nominations for a Young Artist Award and an Empire Award.
He continued to build his career with roles in Wild Child (2008), Tormented (2009), and Beastly (2011). His performance as John Smith in I Am Number Four (2011) and Adam in Magic Mike (2012) further solidified his presence in Hollywood.
Alex expanded his filmography with Endless Love (2014), Elvis & Nixon (2016), and The Strange Ones (2017). In 2018, he made his directorial debut with Back Roads, a psychological drama based on Tawni O’Dell’s novel.
In recent years, he has starred in The Last Witness (2018), the Netflix miniseries The I-Land (2019), and Warning (2021). His ability to transition between action, drama, and psychological thrillers has made him a versatile performer.
Personal Life & Interests
Alex married German model Toni Garrn in 2020, and the couple welcomed their first child before announcing their separation in 2023. He has been open about his struggles with dyslexia, discussing how it has shaped his approach to acting and learning scripts.
Beyond acting, Alex has a passion for fitness, sports, and fashion, having modeled for Burberry and other high-profile brands. He also has a fear of flying, which has influenced his decision to take certain film roles.
Known For
- Stormbreaker (2006)
- Wild Child (2008)
- Tormented (2009)
- Beastly (2011)
- I Am Number Four (2011)
- Magic Mike (2012)
- Endless Love (2014)
- Elvis & Nixon (2016)
- The Strange Ones (2017)
- Back Roads (2018) – Director
- The Last Witness (2018)
- The I-Land (2019)
- Warning (2021)
Alex Pettyfer continues to evolve as an actor, director, and model, bringing depth and authenticity to every project he undertakes. His ability to navigate both mainstream and independent cinema has cemented his status as a compelling and respected performer.
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