Mat Fraser
Biography
Mat Fraser is a male actor born in England, United Kingdom. His birth date is January 28, 1962, though another source lists his birth year as 1961 or 1962 in Colchester, Essex. He was born with a disability known as phocomelia after his mother took the drug thalidomide during her pregnancy. Also known by names including Bushwick Burlesque and Matthew Fraser, he has worked as a stripper, occasional pornographic actor, and comedian. His known acting credits include twenty-two entries. Among his notable appearances are roles in American Horror Story, where he played the tattooed Paul in the Freak Show series, as well as appearances in Mandalorian and Gangs of London.
Career overview
Mat Fraser is an actor born in 1961 or 1962 in Colchester, Essex, England. He was born with a disability known as phocomelia after his mother took the drug thalidomide during her pregnancy, before its side-effects were fully realised. Also known as Bushwick Burlesque and Matthew Fraser, he has accumulated twenty-two known acting credits in movies and television shows.
Throughout his career, Fraser has appeared in several notable television and film projects. He is known for his work in the series American Horror Story, specifically appearing in the Freak Show season in the role of Paul the Illustrated Seal. In addition to American Horror Story, his filmography includes appearances in Mandalorian and Gangs of London. Before achieving recognition overseas for his acting work, Fraser worked as a London-based stripper, occasional pornographic actor, and comedian.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
21 titles- D-Punk (2026) as Self
- KAOS (2024) as Daedalus
- Best Interests (2023) as Greg
- Then Barbara Met Alan (2022) as Mat
- Resurgence (2021)
- Gangs of London (2020) as Ray
- The Mandalorian (2019) as Pirate Coxswain
- His Dark Materials (2019) as Raymond Van Gerrit
- Loudermilk (2017) as Roger
- The Cruel Tale of the Medicine Man (2015)
- The Real Tom Thumb: History's Smallest Superstar (2014) as Himself
- Exposed (2013)
- Sins Invalid: An Unshamed Claim to Beauty (2013) as Self - Performer
- American Horror Story (2011) as Paul
- Inbred (2011) as Jacob
- Kung Fu Flid (2009) as Jimmy Loveit
- Banned in the UK (2005) as Self
- Helen of Troy (2003) as Calchas
- Metrosexuality (2001) as Marlon Gittar
- Born Freak (2001) as himself
- Adam Pearson: Freak Show as self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Mat Fraser best known for?
Mat Fraser is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including KAOS (2024), Gangs of London (2020), The Mandalorian (2019), Jan Dara (2001).
When and where was Mat Fraser born?
Mat Fraser was born on January 28, 1962 in England, UK.
How many credits does Mat Fraser have?
Mat Fraser has accumulated over 21 film and television credits across a career spanning from 2001 to 2026.
What is Mat Fraser's background in cinema and television?
Mat Fraser is a male actor born in England, United Kingdom. His birth date is January 28, 1962, though another source lists his birth year as 1961 or 1962 in Colchester, Essex. He was born with a disability known as phocomelia after his mother took the drug thalidomide during her pregnancy. Also known by names includin...