Tom Hughes is an English actor. He played in several cult films. Tom is passionate about music and has appeared in advertising campaigns for the largest fashion houses.
Childhood, adolescence
Tom Hughes was born on April 18, 1985. Place of birth - Chester, Cheshire, UK. Tom grew up in a prosperous family and from an early age showed interest in theatrical art. The parents of the future actor noticed how their son likes to go on stage, to represent himself in the role of other people. And he did such transformations very well.
Tom Hughes attended one of the city's schools and attended the Liverpool Youth Theater Group, and was also a member of the Cheshire Youth Theater. The youth teachers considered him very talented and advised him to continue his education in this direction. Tom successfully enrolled in higher education and graduated from the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts in 2008 with a Bachelor of Arts in Acting.
Tom Hughes as a child was fond of not only theater, cinema, but also music. He played musical instruments professionally. At some point, he even wanted to connect his life with music. Hughes played in the music group "Safehouse" with his father. Tom's father supported this hobby. Hughes' relationship with the "Safehouse" team did not work out. After leaving the band, Tom was the guitarist for the indie band Quaintways, but left in April 2011 as it took too long. Hughes realized that you need to develop yourself in a professional direction in order to achieve the desired results. And music can only be left as a hobby.
Career
In 2009, Tom Hughes first appeared on TV screens. He starred in the TV series Royal Hospital and Trinity. These were supporting roles, but the audience remembered a handsome young man with a very bright appearance, outstanding charisma. Tom's relatives assure that the reasons for his success are not only acting talent and beauty, but also the ability to present oneself, an excellent knowledge of the psychology of people. Hughes is a great conversationalist. He is always sincerely interested in the speaker, so it is pleasant and interesting to conduct a dialogue with him. In 2009, the actor signed a contract for an advertising company. Together with Emma Watson and Douglas Booth, he became the face of the Burberry's Summer collection.
In 2010, Tom starred in the movie Sex, Drugs and Rock 'n' Roll. In it, he played Chez Junkel, who was a member of Ian Dury's band. This role turned out to be close to Hughes, since at that time he himself played in a musical group. Perhaps this helped him get used to the image of a hero. For this role, he was nominated for the British Independent Film Award for Most Promising Debut. Tom confessed in an interview that before filming, he picked up a guitar and performed his favorite compositions. This helped him tune in the right way.
In 2010, Hughes starred in the film Semetri Township. In the same year, Tom took part in the theatrical production of David Harrower's play "Sweet Nothings" directed by Luke Bondy at the Young Vic Theater. Subsequently, the actor more than once accepted offers from theater directors. Tom admitted that he was very interested in playing in performances. This gives an absolutely extraordinary feeling. The work of a theatrical actor is somewhat different from filming a movie. There is a place for improvisation, for a more violent manifestation of feelings.
Tom Hughes has a very extensive filmography. He starred in many films, but his roles in the following films deserve special attention:
- "Page 8" (2011);
- The Lady Disappears (2012);
- "Brand from the Future" (2014);
- "Madame" (2017).
The actor took part in the filming of several TV series:
- "Silk" (2011-2014);
- "Dancing on the Edge" (2013);
- Victoria (2016).
In the TV series "Victoria" Tom played Prince Albert. This role became one of the brightest for him. Some young viewers associate him with this particular hero of the historical drama.
Personal life
The personal life of Tom Hughes deserves special attention. This young man has always broken the hearts of girls, not only on the screen, but also in life. His striking appearance made him extremely popular among the representatives of the opposite sex.
At the beginning of his career, Tom Hughes dated actress Ophelia Lovibond. But the couple did not last long. On the set of Vitoria, Tom met Jenna Coleman, who plays the lead role. A stormy romance broke out between them. The actors have been dating for a long time and there are already rumors about the upcoming wedding. Tom himself does not refute these conversations and says that everything is serious between him and Jenna. In the future, they want to get married, but so far he has not made an official offer.
Tom Hughes is a very open and positive person. He has many friends. He leads an active life, often attends social events with his girlfriend Jenna. Friends of the actor speak of him as a very versatile personality. It is interesting to spend time with him, he can support any conversation.
When an actor is not acting in films, he travels with pleasure, each time choosing a new route. He likes to learn something new. Despite his success in the modeling and advertising business, Tom does not see himself in the future in this profession and perceives shooting as a hobby. Tom Hughes plans to continue acting in films and is sure that the best roles await him.
