Who is Edward Holcroft?

Edward Holcroft is a British actor known for his work primarily in film and television. He was born on June 23, 1987, in London, England, and is the son of actor Patrick Holcroft and agent Lizzie Holcroft.

Holcroft began his career on stage, appearing in productions like "The Taming of the Shrew" and "The Sea" at the Almeida Theatre. He then transitioned to screen work, starting with the 2014 film "Vampire Academy."

However, Holcroft gained more considerable fame when he appeared in a commercial for Jaguar in 2015, which helped him to get noticed by a wider audience. Following the commercial's success, he landed a role in the historical drama "Wolf Hall" as the young Thomas Cromwell.

Holcroft subsequently went on to star in various other film and television productions, including "Kingsman: The Secret Service," "London Spy," "Alias Grace," and "The English Game." He has received critical praise for his performances and continues to establish himself as one of the most promising talents in the UK film industry.

In addition to his acting career, Holcroft is also a supporter of various charities, including Cancer Research UK, the Elton John AIDS Foundation, and the Prince's Trust. Furthermore, he is known for his love of sports, particularly rugby, and has played for the amateur rugby team, the Hackney Bulls.