Olly Alexander
Biography
Olly Alexander, born Oliver Alexander Thornton on July 15, 1990, is an English singer, songwriter, actor, and LGBTQ activist. He was born in Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom. He rose to prominence as the lead singer of the English pop band Years & Years, releasing music under that name. His professional work includes acting and known credits across various media, with his career recognized in database records. He is also known by the names Oliver Alexander Thornton, Years and Years, and Conte.
Career overview
Olly Alexander, born Oliver Alexander Thornton on July 15, 1990, in Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom, is an English singer, songwriter, actor, and LGBTQ activist. He is also known by the names Oliver Alexander Thornton, Years and Years, and Conte. His music is released under the name Years and Years, and he rose to prominence as the lead singer of the English pop band Years and Years.
In addition to his musical career, Olly Alexander works as an actor with a total of forty-six known credits recorded in his acting filmography. His professional pursuits span multiple creative fields, establishing him as a recognizable figure in both the music and entertainment industries through his work as a performer, singer, songwriter, and actor.
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- Graham Meets Olly (2024) as Self
- Imagine… Pet Shop Boys: Then and Now (2024) as Self - Interviewee
- Olly Alexander's Road to Eurovision '24 (2024) as Self
- An Audience with Kylie (2023) as Self
- George Michael: Outed (2023) as Self
- imagine… Russell T Davies: The Doctor and Me (2023) as Self
- Freedom: 50 Years of Pride (2022) as Self
- Years & Years: Night Call (2022) as Self
- It's a Sin (2021) as Ritchie Tozer
- An Audience with Adele (2021) as Self
- The Big New Years & Years Eve Party with Kylie and Pet Shop Boys (2021) as Self
- Celebrity Gogglebox (2019) as Self
- RuPaul's Drag Race UK (2019) as Self - Guest Judge
- 27: Gone Too Soon (2018) as Self
- Palo Santo (2018) as Olly Alexander
- Palo Santo (2018) Writer
- Palo Santo (2018) Music
- Sounds Like Friday Night (2017)
- Olly Alexander: Growing Up Gay (2017) as Himself
- 50 Years Legal (2017) as Self
- Michael McIntyre's Big Show (2016) as Self - Performer
- Bridget Jones's Baby (2016) Songs
- Funny Bunny (2015) as Titty
- The Riot Club (2014) as Toby Maitland
- God Help the Girl (2014) as James
- Skins: Pure (2013) as Jakob
- Le Week-End (2013) as Michael
- Great Expectations (2012) as Herbert Pocket
- Cheerful Weather for the Wedding (2012) as Tom
- The Jonathan Ross Show (2011) as Self
- The Voice of Poland (2011) as Self - Special Guest
- The Dish & the Spoon (2011) as Boy
- The Dish & the Spoon (2011) Original Music Composer
- BBC Radio 1's Live Lounge (2010)
- Gulliver's Travels (2010) as Prince August
- Enter the Void (2010) as Victor
- The Project (2009)
- Tormented (2009) as Jason Banks
- Bright Star (2009) as Tom Keats
- Dust (2009) as Elias
- Summerhill (2008) as Ned
- The Graham Norton Show (2007) as Self
- The Graham Norton Show (2007) as Self - Musical Guest
- Skins (2007) as Jakob
- Lewis (2007) as Hayden Wishart
- The One Show (2006) as Self
- Ant & Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway (2002) as Self - Star Guest Announcer
- Ant & Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway (2002) as Self
- MTV Europe Music Awards (1994) as Self - Presenter
- Eurovision Song Contest (1956) as Self - Contestant
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Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Olly Alexander best known for?
Olly Alexander is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including It's a Sin (2021), Celebrity Gogglebox (2019), RuPaul's Drag Race UK (2019), Bridget Jones's Baby (2016).
When and where was Olly Alexander born?
Olly Alexander was born on July 15, 1990 in Yorkshire, England, UK.
How many credits does Olly Alexander have?
Olly Alexander has accumulated over 52 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1956 to 2024.
What is Olly Alexander's background in cinema and television?
Olly Alexander, born Oliver Alexander Thornton on July 15, 1990, is an English singer, songwriter, actor, and LGBTQ activist. He was born in Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom. He rose to prominence as the lead singer of the English pop band Years & Years, releasing music under that name. His professional work includes...