Freddie Highmore Biography
Freddie Highmore is an actor, screenwriter, and director. He's best known for his early roles in family films like "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" and "Finding Neverland," plus the drama "August Rush," where he landed the lead role at just 15. He also stars in the hit series "The Good Doctor," playing a young surgeon with autism and savant syndrome.
Childhood
Alfred Thomas Highmore was born on February 14, 1992, in London. Three years later, his younger brother Bertie was born. Both parents work in show business: his father Edward is an established British actor, while his mother Sue Latimer is a talent manager who's launched many British stars' careers. His mother's industry connections helped Freddie land his first auditions.

Acting Career
Freddie Highmore first appeared on set in 1999 at the age of seven. He made his debut alongside his brother in the British comedy series "Women Talking Dirty," playing a small role. He later appeared in several small roles in other British series, such as "Happy Birthday Shakespeare" (2000) and "I Saw You" (2002).Freddie's major breakthrough came with the family drama "Finding Neverland" (2004), based on the hit play about writer J.M. Barrie, who created the legendary Peter Pan story. The main roles were played by Johnny Depp and Kate Winslet, and Highmore portrayed their son. The film forged strong connections between Highmore and his co-stars.


In 2018, Highmore founded production company Alfresco Pictures, seeking a broader presence in the film industry. In March 2021, his company released the series "Leonardo," a fictionalized account of the brilliant Florentine inventor's life. Aidan Turner played Leonardo da Vinci, and Highmore appeared as Stefano Giraldi, an ambitious Milanese lawman. Highmore also starred in the 2021 action movie "The Vault," though it failed to make an impact at the box office.
Freddie Highmore's Personal Life
Highmore currently calls London home. He is close friends with Vera Farmiga and is the godfather of her son Finn.Highmore keeps his personal life pretty private. He's been linked to Dakota Fanning back in 2009, and later had a relationship with Abigail Breslin in 2016.
Highmore's 2021 marriage to Klarissa Munz caught fans completely off guard – he'd managed to keep the entire relationship under wraps. Highmore shared on Jimmy Kimmel Live!
