Josh O'Connor

**Josh O'Connor**, born Joshua O'Connor on May 20, 1990, is an acclaimed British actor who has earned recognition in film, television, and theater. His acting career started with graduation from the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School, followed by supporting roles in notable television series such as *Doctor Who* and *Peaky Blinders*. His breakthrough came in 2017, playing a stoic sheep farmer in Francis Lee's romantic drama *God's Own Country*, a performance earning him a British Independent Film Award. In recent years, O'Connor has continued to gain prominence, notably for his portrayal of Prince Charles in the Netflix series *The Crown* (2019-2020). This role won him both a Primetime Emmy Award and a Golden Globe Award in 2021. Since then, he starred in the period drama *Emma* (2020), the dramedy *La Chimera* (2023), and the romantic sports film *Challengers* (2024). O'Connor's early life was deeply rooted in the arts. His grandfather, John Bunting, was a British sculptor, and his aunt, Madeleine Bunting, is a well-known writer. He initially aspired to be a professional artist before turning his passions towards acting. A key signature of O'Connor's talent is his ability to thoroughly immerse himself in his roles, described by *God's Own Country*'s Francis Lee as a 'real shape-shifter'. His endeavors extend beyond acting, including a commendable initiative (Waterlogged) to raise funds for a mental health charity called Mind.