Matt Smith
Biography
Matthew Robert Smith is an English actor born on October 28, 1982, in Northampton, England. He studied drama at the University of East Anglia and trained at the National Youth Theatre. At 26, he became the youngest actor to be cast as the Doctor in the BBC science fiction series Doctor Who.
Smith is known for his role as the Eleventh Doctor in Doctor Who (2010-2013) and as Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, in The Crown (2016-2017). In House of the Dragon (2022-present), he plays Prince Daemon Targaryen, the ambitious and volatile brother of King Viserys, delivering a magnetic and unpredictable performance that has become one of the show's highlights.
Known For
Other Notable Roles
- The Eleventh Doctor in Doctor Who (2010-2013)
- Prince Philip in The Crown (2016-2017)
- Milo in Terminator Genisys (2015)
Awards & Recognition
- 🏆 BAFTA Cymru Award for Best Actor (Doctor Who)
- 🏆 Empire Award for Best Male Newcomer (Doctor Who)
- 🏆 Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Ensemble in a Drama Series (The Crown)
Frequently Asked Questions
Matt Smith is known for playing the Eleventh Doctor in Doctor Who, Prince Philip in The Crown, and Daemon Targaryen in House of the Dragon.
Yes, Matt Smith played the Eleventh Doctor in Doctor Who from 2010 to 2013, becoming the youngest actor to take on the role.