Iain Armitage

American actor, starred in 'Young Sheldon'

Iain Armitage - American actor, starred in 'Young Sheldon'
Born

July 15th, 2008
16 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An American actor gained recognition for portraying the young version of Sheldon Cooper in the television series 'Young Sheldon'. Starting a career at a young age, achieved early success through performances in theater and video blogging, showcasing a passion for acting. Participated in various projects that highlighted talent and charisma, earning acclaim for performances beyond just acting. Received several nominations and awards for contributions to the entertainment industry, demonstrating a promising future in acting.

Starred in 'Young Sheldon'

Appeared in 'The Big Bang Theory'

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