Luke Treadaway

English actor in 'Unbroken' and 'Fortitude'

Luke Treadaway - English actor in 'Unbroken' and 'Fortitude'
Born

September 10th, 1984
41 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United Kingdom

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An English actor was born in 1984. Career began in theater, with significant performances in productions like 'Burn, Burn!' and 'Merrily We Roll Along'. The transition to film occurred with roles in 'Unbroken' and 'The Last Dragonslayer'. Television performances include the lead role in the series 'Fortitude'. Treadaway earned acclaim for versatility in various genres.

Starred in 'Unbroken' as a soldier

Lead role in the TV series 'Fortitude'

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