Quick Info
| Profession | Actor |
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| Nationality | English |
| Date of Birth | 25/04/1988 |
| Age | 38 years |
| Birthplace | Wallingford, Oxfordshire, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus |
Latest News about Jonathan Bailey
01/10/2026
An audio adaptation of Bram Stoker's Dracula, starring Bailey and Ella Purnell, became available on Audible. Bailey has since discussed his sensual take on the title role in interviews, including on The View.
01/09/2026
Jonathan Bailey left the West End revival of Sunday in the Park with George shortly after his Wicked co-star Ariana Grande announced her departure from the production. He announced his decision on Instagram, saying he had given it much consideration and would step back from the show.
03/11/2025
Bailey was named People magazine's 2025 Sexiest Man Alive, and he became the first openly gay man to hold the title. He announced the honour on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, calling it a huge honour.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Jonathan Stuart Bailey is an English actor known for dramatic, comedic and musical roles on stage and screen. He began as a child performer with the Royal Shakespeare Company and later became known for television series such as Bridgerton and for films including Wicked and Jurassic World Rebirth. |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 1.80 m (5 ft 11 in) |
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Personal Life
| Sexual Orientation | Gay |
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| Upbringing | Grew up in Benson and Brightwell-cum-Sotwell, Oxfordshire |
| Charity Involvement | Founder of The Shameless Fund, which raises money for non-profit organisations supporting the LGBTQ+ community |
Family
| Father | Worked as a managing director for Rowse Honey |
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| Mother | Worked as an audiologist |
| Siblings | Three older sisters |
Career
| Early Career | Child performer with the Royal Shakespeare Company, including A Christmas Carol at the Barbican in 1995, followed by playing Gavroche in a West End production of Les Miserables |
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| Audio | Bram Stoker's Dracula (Audible audio adaptation, 2026) |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He is the youngest of four siblings and the only boy. | |
| 2. He contributed clarinet playing to the score of Jurassic World Rebirth. | |
| 3. He credits his three older sisters with sparking his interest in acting. | |
| 4. He has been involved in philanthropic activities with a focus on the queer community. | |
| 5. He decided he wanted to act at age five after his grandmother took him to see a production of Oliver!, and he performed with the Royal Shakespeare Company within two years. |
