Quick Info
| Profession | Playwright, Television Writer, Screenwriter, Film Producer |
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| Nationality | British |
| Date of Birth | 06/12/1978 |
| Age | 47 years |
| Birthplace | Bristol, England |
Latest News about Jack Thorne
13/03/2025
Jack Thorne co-created the Netflix limited series Adolescence, which premiered on 13 March 2025. The series drew major attention for its writing and became one of the most talked-about British dramas of the year, with Thorne later linked to its strong awards momentum and wide cultural impact.
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Bio/Wiki
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6' 5" |
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| Eye Color | Blue |
| Hair Color | Salt & Pepper (Semi-bald) |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | St. Bartholomew's School, Newbury, Berkshire (1998) |
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| College/University | University of Cambridge |
| Educational Qualification | Graduation in Social and Political Science (2002) |
Personal Life
| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
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| Tattoo | On his right wrist |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Wife/Spouse | Rachel Mason (comedy agent) |
| Children | Son - Elliott |
Family
| Father | Mike (a town planner) |
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| Mother | Maggie (a teacher) |
| Spouse | Rachel Mason |
| Children | Elliott |
Career
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Jack Thorne was raised in Bristol and Newbury, England. | |
| 2. His mother was involved with adults who had learning disabilities and his parents were politically active supporters of the Labour Party. | |
| 3. Thorne's early exposure to community theatre influenced his career in drama. | |
| 4. At 20, he faced chronic pain due to an allergy called cholinergic urticaria which lasted for ten years. | |
| 5. He later became a patron for Graeae Theatre Company, which enhances the visibility of disabled artists in drama. | |
| 6. His breakthrough came with the play 'When You Cure Me,' which premiered in 2005. | |
| 7. His notable works include television shows such as 'Skins' and multiple adaptations of 'This Is England.' | |
| 8. He has contributed to various films including 'Help' and adaptations of 'Pinocchio' and 'A Christmas Carol.' | |
| 9. Thorne has been diagnosed as autistic in 2022, which inspired him to advocate for visibility in storytelling. | |
| 10. He co-founded the pressure group Underlying Health Condition to advocate for disabled voices in television. | |
| 11. He is involved in The TV Access Project (TAP), aiming for full inclusion of Deaf, Disabled, and Neurodivergent Talent in the UK television industry by 2030. | |
| 12. He was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature (FRSL). |