Taron David Egerton is a Welsh actor and singer known for his main roles in the British drama TV series 'The Smoke' and the action spy comedy film ‘The Kingsman: The Secret Service’, a movie that was praised by critics and was also a commercial success. Born in Birkenhead, Merseyside, England, he studied acting at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art. He made his acting debut in the British TV series 'Lewis' where he played a minor role in two episodes. However, the series was cancelled after a few episodes. He struggled for a while after that and it took him some time to find meaningful roles. He persevered despite the hardships and was eventually cast in ‘Kingsman: The Secret Service,' an action comedy spy film which was based on the comic book series ‘Kingsman’. The film was a critical and commercial success. He then reprised his role in the sequel ‘Kingsman: The Golden Circle’ which was again a commercial success. The actor also received critical acclaim for his main role in the British drama film ‘Testament of Youth’ which was based on the true story of a young woman who leaves her studies to become a war nurse.
