Quick Info
| Profession | Actor, DJ, rapper, producer |
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| Nationality | British |
| Date of Birth | 06/09/1972 |
| Age | 53 years |
| Birthplace | Hackney, London, England, UK |
Latest News about Idris Elba
29/12/2025
Idris Elba was named in King Charles III’s 2026 New Year Honours list and received a knighthood for his services to drama and his work supporting young people. The honor recognized both his long acting career and his charitable and advocacy efforts, including work connected to youth opportunity and knife-crime prevention.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Idrissa Akuna Elba |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 1.89 m |
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| Height (approx.) | 6 ft 2½ in |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Training | National Youth Music Theatre |
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Personal Life
| Birth Name | Idrissa Akuna Elba |
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| Place Raised | London, England |
| Ethnicity | Sierra Leonean and Ghanaian descent |
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Family
| Father | Winston (from Sierra Leone) |
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| Mother | Eve (from Ghana) |
| Siblings | Only child |
Career
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/idriselba/ | |
| https://twitter.com/idriselba | |
| https://www.facebook.com/idriselbaofficial |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He was born and raised in London. | |
| 2. He began acting in his teens. | |
| 3. He has also pursued a successful career as a club DJ and radio DJ. | |
| 4. He was appointed OBE in 2016 and was knighted in 2026. | |
| 5. He is a vocal advocate for diversity in the film industry. | |
| 6. He founded the Elba Foundation to support young artists from underrepresented communities. |