Quick Info
| Profession | Actor, comedian, writer |
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| Nationality | British |
| Date of Birth | 04/10/1980 |
| Age | 46 years |
| Birthplace | Leeds, West Yorkshire, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra |
Latest News about Nick Mohammed
10/09/2026
Nick Mohammed was announced as the host of The Traitors – Acts of Betrayal, a new West End stage adaptation of the BBC competition series. The announcement was made by producers Studio Lambert and Neal Street Productions in a video in which Claudia Winkleman swore him in as the stage host. Performances are scheduled to begin on 11/05/2027 at the Gillian Lynne Theatre.
12/04/2026
Nick Mohammed hosted the 2026 Laurence Olivier Awards at the Royal Albert Hall in London, marking the ceremony's 50th anniversary. He had been announced as host on 03/03/2026 and also announced the nominations on 05/03/2026.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Nicholas George Mohammed |
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| Known As | Mr Swallow (character), Nate Shelley (Ted Lasso) |
| Summary | British actor, comedian and writer known in the UK for his Mr Swallow character, which began on BBC radio and later moved to stage and television, and internationally for playing Nathan Shelley in Ted Lasso. He has received two Primetime Emmy nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series, for 2021 and 2022. In 2026 he hosted the Olivier Awards at the Royal Albert Hall and was announced as host of The Traitors stage adaptation in the West End. |
| Years Active | 2006-present |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Durham University | Studied geophysics and graduated with a first-class degree |
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| Magdalene College, Cambridge | Began doctoral study in seismology but did not complete it |
Personal Life
| Early Life | Raised in Leeds; worked as a close-up magician for weddings and hotels from age 16 to 30 |
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Relationships & More
| Spouse | Becka Mohammed (married 2014) |
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Family
| Spouse | Becka Mohammed |
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| Children | 3 |
Career
| Radio | Wrote and starred in BBC Radio 4 series including Quarters, Nick Mohammed in Bits and Detective Sergeant Nick Mohammed |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He was offered a place at Cambridge on leaving school but chose Durham instead | |
| 2. He was spotted by a BBC producer after performing with the Footlights Revue at the Edinburgh Fringe | |
| 3. He was a close-up magician for much of his teenage and early adult years | |
| 4. He voiced Piglet in Christopher Robin | |
| 5. He received an honorary doctorate from Durham University for his contributions to the arts |
