Billy Harris
Biography
Billy Harris is an English actor born on April 12, 1994, in Southend-on-Sea, Essex, England, United Kingdom. He studied theatre at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School from 2014 to 2017. Following his graduation, he appeared in a wide number of stage roles after starting his career in commercials, notably a Nike commercial starring Kevi. Harris appears as the character Colin Hughes in all seasons of the Apple TV+ television show Ted Lasso. He has cited Marlon Brando as an acting inspiration, having emulated Brando in a speech performance from the Joseph L. Mankiewicz film Julius Caesar during an unsuccessful audition that helped him find his own voice as an actor. He has also expressed admiration for actor Anthony Hopkins and his preparation philosophy for roles.
Career overview
Billy Harris is an English actor born on April 12, 1994, in Southend-on-Sea, Essex, England, United Kingdom. He studied theatre at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School from 2014 to 2017. Following his graduation, he appeared in a wide number of stage roles. Early in his career, Harris started out in commercials, notably appearing in one for Nike that starred Kevi.
In television, Harris appears as the character Colin Hughes in all seasons of the Apple TV+ television show Ted Lasso. His known acting credits total five.
Harris has cited Marlon Brando as an acting inspiration. He once emulated Brando in a performance of his speech from the Joseph L. Mankiewicz film Julius Caesar during an unsuccessful audition, an experience that helped him find his own voice as an actor. Additionally, Harris has expressed admiration for actor Anthony Hopkins and his philosophy on preparing for a role.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
6 titles- The Sisters Grimm (2025) as Puck (voice)
- Hannah Waddingham: Home for Christmas (2023) as Self
- The Outlaws (2021) as Scott Patterson
- The Outlaws (2021) as Posh Boy
- Ted Lasso (2020) as Colin Hughes
- Silent Witness (1996) as DC Nick Whelan
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Billy Harris best known for?
Billy Harris is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Sisters Grimm (2025), Hannah Waddingham: Home for Christmas (2023), The Outlaws (2021), The Outlaws (2021).
When and where was Billy Harris born?
Billy Harris was born on April 12, 1994 in Southend-on-Sea, Essex, England, UK.
How many credits does Billy Harris have?
Billy Harris has accumulated over 6 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1996 to 2025.
What is Billy Harris's background in cinema and television?
Billy Harris is an English actor born on April 12, 1994, in Southend-on-Sea, Essex, England, United Kingdom. He studied theatre at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School from 2014 to 2017. Following his graduation, he appeared in a wide number of stage roles after starting his career in commercials, notably a Nike commerci...