Quick Info
| Profession | Actor |
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| Nationality | British |
| Date of Birth | 05/12/2009 |
| Age | 16 years |
| Birthplace | Warrington, England |
Latest News about Owen Cooper
11/01/2026
Owen Cooper won the Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actor in a TV Series for his role as Jamie Miller in Netflix's 'Adolescence.' At 16 years old, he became the youngest winner ever in this category, making history at the awards ceremony. His performance as a teenage boy arrested for murder in the 2025 crime drama earned widespread critical acclaim.
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Physical Stats & More
| Eye Color | Newborn Gray |
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| Hair Color | Dark Brown |
Family
| Father | Andy (Employee at an IT Company) |
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| Mother | Noreen (Carer) |
| Siblings | Two older brothers |
Career
| Overview | Owen Cooper is a British actor who achieved breakthrough success with his role as Jamie Miller in Netflix's crime drama 'Adolescence' (2025), his first professional acting role. His performance earned him historic recognition: he became the youngest male actor ever to win an Emmy Award at age 15, and in January 2026, at age 16, he became the youngest Golden Globe winner for Best Supporting Actor in a TV Series. Before pursuing acting, he played soccer growing up but discovered his passion for acting through classes at The Drama Mob in Manchester. He is set to appear in Emerald Fennell's film adaptation of 'Wuthering Heights' (2026) alongside Jacob Elordi and Margot Robbie. |
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Favourites
| Football Club | Liverpool FC |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/owencoooper/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Owen Cooper's journey into acting began with a desire to become a professional footballer. | |
| 2. He is the first in his family to pursue acting, with no prior experience before being cast in 'Adolescence.' | |
| 3. A theater teacher was brought in to assist Owen during the filming of 'Adolescence.' | |
| 4. He expressed his interest in acting after attending lessons and subsequently received a self-tape request for his role in 'Adolescence.' | |
| 5. His involvement in 'Adolescence' led to another casting opportunity based on a recommendation from actor Stephen Graham. | |
| 6. Owen Cooper grew up in a working-class community in Warrington, England. | |
| 7. He played soccer extensively during his childhood before transitioning to acting. | |
| 8. He attended acting classes at The Drama Mob in Manchester, where he discovered his passion for performance. | |
| 9. 'Adolescence' was his first ever professional acting role, not just his first onscreen credit. | |
| 10. He was selected to play young Heathcliff in Emerald Fennell's 'Wuthering Heights' film production. |