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Biography of Taron Egerton

Taron Egerton is a Welsh actor who shot to fame with his breakout role in "Kingsman: The Secret Service" and later captivated audiences as Elton John in the biographical drama "Rocketman."

Childhood and Adolescence

Taron Egerton was born on November 10, 1989, in Birkenhead, a small town in northwest England. The actor's name is a variation of the Welsh name "Taran," which means "thunder." Though born in England, Taron considers himself Welsh—his grandmother was Welsh—and he speaks both Welsh fluently and English with a distinctive Welsh accent.

Egerton's father managed a small hotel, and his mother worked in social services. He spent his early years on the Wirral Peninsula before his family relocated to the Welsh village of Llanfairpwllgwyngyll on Anglesey island, where he began first grade.

At age 12, his family moved to Aberystwyth, Wales.

I was a cheeky kid, but I hardly had any problems at school. I probably just thought I was a troublemaker.

After finishing school, Egerton was admitted to the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, from which he graduated in 2012 with a Bachelor of Arts degree.

Taron Egerton on His Early Days at Acting School

Acting Career

In 2012, Edgerton made his debut in the comedy play "The Last of the Haussmans," where he got to work alongside renowned theater and film actors such as Julie Walters, Rory Kinnear, and Helen McCrory.

Taron Edgerton on stage at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre

In 2013, the actor appeared in a minor role in two episodes of the series "Lewis," and a year later, he captured audiences as the lead in the series "The Smoke." Taron's character, Dennis "Asbo" Severs, is a grim, introverted, and sensitive young man trying to act maturely. Edgerton stood out among the ensemble cast, delivering a compelling performance that caught viewers' attention.

Taron Edgerton in the series 'The Smoke'

Edgerton's first feature film, the historical drama "Testament of Youth" starring Alicia Vikander and Kit Harington, received high praise from critics. However, Edgerton really made his mark starring in the action comedy "Kingsman: The Secret Service."

A frame from the movie 'Testament of Youth'

Over 60 actors auditioned for the role of Eggsy, a young recruit offered the chance to join a secret independent spy organization. Jack O'Connell and John Boyega were among those vying for the role in this ambitious project, but the director chose Edgerton. The role became the Welsh actor's calling card, launching him to international stardom almost overnight.

'Kingsman: The Secret Service': Taron Edgerton as Eggsy

Edgerton's next film, "Legend" (2015), smashed seasonal box office records and became one of the highest-grossing films in the UK. The main role in the story of the twins Reggie and Ronnie Kray, iconic figures in the British criminal world of the 1960s, was played by Tom Hardy. Edgerton played Edward Smith, a psychopathic homosexual who disappeared (presumably murdered) shortly before the brothers' arrest.

Taron Edgerton and Tom Hardy on the set of 'Legend'

In 2016, the film "Eddie the Eagle" was released with Edgerton in the lead role. The feel-good story follows clumsy ski jumper Eddie, nicknamed "The Eagle," who became famous for his spectacular failures in this partly true tale. Taron's coach was played by Hugh Jackman. In the UK, the film grossed $12.8 million, making "Eddie the Eagle" 2016's highest-grossing British release.

'Eddie the Eagle': Taron Edgerton played an unlucky ski jumper

Also in 2016, Taron participated in the voice acting of the animated film "Sing," voicing Johnny, a teenage gorilla who dreams of becoming a musician despite his father's criminal expectations. In March 2017, a 4-minute musical animated film "Love at First Sight" was released, one of whose characters was voiced by Edgerton.

Taron voiced Johnny the gorilla from 'Sing'

In 2017, "Kingsman: The Golden Circle" (a sequel directed by Matthew Vaughn) was released, with Taron once again playing the lead role. He transformed into the legendary Robin of Loxley, better known as Robin Hood, in the movie "Robin Hood." However, the 2018 film bombed at the box office, and Edgerton later admitted he was unhappy with the filming process, so the failure didn't surprise him. When signing the contract, he had expected a completely different concept.

Another film featuring him, the drama "Billionaire Boys Club," met a grim fate the same year when the studio refused to reshoot without Kevin Spacey, who was accused of sexual harassment. According to official data, the film grossed less than fifteen hundred dollars at the American box office.

A shot from the movie 'Billionaire Boys Club'

In the winter of 2019, it was announced that Taron Edgerton would play Elton John in the biopic "Rocketman." The film was predicted to have a bright future, especially since its director was Dexter Fletcher, who had previously produced "Bohemian Rhapsody." After a series of setbacks, Taron threw himself into the work.

Taron Edgerton as Elton John

Preparing for the role, Taron spent extensive time with the iconic musician and his friends, also speaking with him one-on-one. Elton shared stories about his life, adventures, and hard-won lessons. Taron listened not only to Elton John's music but also to the music that made him who he is today.

...Elton and I spent a lot of time in my apartment, listening to vinyl and watching videos of his concerts... That's how I immersed myself in his world... Playing Elton John, in every sense and with all due respect, was surreal. Sometimes it was even scary, but undoubtedly, it's a huge honor

Elton insisted that the actor reinterpret his songs to better understand his life, rather than "copy" them and his style (Taron performed all the vocal parts in the film himself). Although the film didn't replicate the triumph of "Bohemian Rhapsody," it earned high ratings from viewers and an Oscar for the song "I'm Gonna Love Me Again," which the actor and musician later performed as a duet. Edgerton received his first Golden Globe for the role.

Elton John and Taron Edgerton – 'I'm Gonna Love Me Again' (Live)

In the summer of 2022, viewers saw Taron in the lead role in the miniseries "Black Bird." It tells the story of James Keene, a real person who was offered freedom in exchange for extracting a confession from a suspected serial killer.

Taron Egerton's Personal Life

Egerton dated Emily Thomas, a director's assistant, for about six years starting in 2016. The couple split in April 2022. Egerton scrubbed all their photos together from social media.

When asked what he's looking for in a future girlfriend, Egerton once said she should be "quite attractive and funny." He also joked about physical compatibility: "I have a big butt. I can't be with a woman who has a small butt, you know what I mean? There wouldn't be balance."

Taron Egerton Tells Us About His Firsts

Egerton has been listed twice in GQ magazine's top-50 of Britain's best-dressed men.

Taron Egerton now

In 2023, Egerton took on the role of programmer Hank Rogers, who travels to the USSR during its final years to meet Soviet engineer Alexey Pajitnov (played by Russian actor Nikita Efremov), the inventor of Tetris, in a bid to secure the game's rights.

Taron Egerton and Nikita Efremov on the set of 'Tetris'

That summer, Egerton landed the lead role in Nick Rowland's action film "She Rides Shotgun." He also scored the lead in Netflix's thriller "Carry-On" and signed on for the third "Kingsman" film, titled "Blue Blood." Preparation for filming began in January 2024.

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Annette Bell

This is the first time I see this actor, but it was interesting to read about him. I am interested

2021-05-01 23:05:43
Joan Weber

I remember Taron precisely because of the role of Robin Hood :) He is so cool.

2021-04-24 17:51:03
Robert Yates

I`m in awe of Edgerton`s Rocketman! And it`s hard to imagine another actor for the role of Elton John

2021-04-21 21:14:37
Ruby Franklin

It is clear that the actor Edgerton is a non-public and family person, and this is what attracts me

2021-04-01 12:47:48
Alan Day

Of course, Taron was cool in Kingsman! There is even nothing to say here :) Some emotions and only positive

2021-01-13 13:28:28

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