Tom Ellis

Welsh actor, starring in 'Lucifer'

Tom Ellis - Welsh actor, starring in 'Lucifer'
Born

November 17th, 1978
46 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United Kingdom

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Born in Wales, an actor gained recognition for the role of Lucifer Morningstar in the television series 'Lucifer'. The series aired for six seasons from 2016 to 2021, merging crime procedural with supernatural elements. Prior to 'Lucifer', performed in various roles including characters in 'Miranda' and 'The Fades'.

Played Lucifer Morningstar in 'Lucifer'

Starred in 'Miranda'

Featured in 'The Fades'

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