Tom Ellis Quick Info | |
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Height | 6 ft 3 in |
Weight | 85 kg |
Date of Birth | November 17, 1978 |
Zodiac Sign | Scorpio |
Spouse | Meaghan Oppenheimer |
Tom Ellis is a Welsh actor, voiceover artist, and a musician who is well-known for playing the titular role of Lucifer Morningstar in the American fantasy crime drama television series, Lucifer. He has also been cast in a variety of roles in shows and movies such as The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby, High Heels and Low Lifes, Messiah III: The Promise, Much Ado About Nothing, Waking the Dead, The Catherine Tate Show, Suburban Shootout, Doctor Who, Harley Street, Miss Conception, Accused, The Fades, The Secret of Crickley Hall, Agatha Christie’s Poirot, Once Upon a Time, Rush, Family Guy, and Isn’t It Romantic. His mother was a music teacher and, hence, he also got inclined towards the art and used to play musical instruments alongside his sisters. Moreover, Tom Ellis has also amassed a huge social media fan base with more than 4 million followers on Instagram and more than 700k followers on Twitter.
Born Name
Thomas John Ellis
Nick Name
Tom

Sun Sign
Scorpio
Born Place
Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom
Residence
Tom Ellis divides his time between his residences in –
- Los Angeles, California, United States
- Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Nationality
Education
Tom Ellis studied at High Storrs School, a co-educational secondary school and sixth form college located on the outskirts of Sheffield, England, United Kingdom. Then, he attended the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland (previously known as the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama [RSAMD]), a conservatoire of dance, drama, music, production, and film located in Glasgow, Scotland, and pursued a degree in BA Dramatic Studies.
Occupation
Actor, Voice Actor, Musician
Family
- Father – Christopher John Ellis (Baptist Minister)
- Mother – Marilyn Jean (née Hooper) (Music Teacher)
- Siblings – Tom Ellis has 3 sisters and one of them is a Baptist minister.
- Others – John Ellis (Paternal Grandfather), Emmie Ellis (Paternal Great Grandmother), Charles Ellis (Paternal Great Great Grandfather), Emma (Paternal Great Great Grandmother), Joyce Doreen Jones (Paternal Grandmother), Idris Job Jones (Paternal Great Grandfather), Albert T. Jones (Paternal Great Great Grandfather), Bessie (Paternal Great Great Grandmother), Lucy Sanders (Paternal Great Grandmother), Frederick Augustus Sanders (Paternal Great Great Grandfather), Nancy Horribin (Paternal Great Great Grandmother), Arthur Melbourne Hooper (Maternal Grandfather), Gratton Melbourne Hooper (Maternal Great Grandfather), George Hooper (Maternal Great Great Grandfather), Ellen Pipe (Maternal Great Great Grandmother), Minnie Ford (Maternal Great Grandmother), Thomas John Ford (Maternal Great Great Grandfather), Selina Ham (Maternal Great Great Grandmother), Dora Margaret Butcher (Maternal Grandmother), John W. Butcher (Maternal Great Grandfather), John Butcher (Maternal Great Great Grandfather), Margaret Walsh (Maternal Great Great Grandmother), Dora Campbell (Maternal Great Grandmother), John William Campbell (Maternal Great Great Grandfather), Mary Ann Pink (Maternal Great Great Grandmother), Robert Ellis (Robert Anthony Ellis) (Paternal Uncle) (Principal of Regent’s Park College, Oxford), Eva Marilyn Moody (Niece)
Manager
Tom Ellis is represented by –
- Hamilton Hodell, Talent Agency, London, England, United Kingdom
- Anonymous Content, Talent Management Company, Culver City, Los Angeles County, California, United States
Genre
Soundtrack
Instruments
Vocals, French Horn
Labels
Unsigned
Build
Athletic
Height
6 ft 3 in or 190.5 cm
Weight
85 kg or 187.5 lbs
Girlfriend / Spouse
Tom Ellis has dated –

Race / Ethnicity
White
Tom Ellis is of English, Welsh, and Cornish descent.
Hair Color
Dark Brown
Eye Color
Dark Brown
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
- Toned physique
- Tall stature
- Deep set eyes
- Often wears glasses
Brand Endorsements
Tom Ellis has either endorsed or promoted a couple of brands through social media such as Audi UK, Corvette, and Canvas Warriors London.

Religion
Christianity
Tom Ellis grew up in a very religious household.
Best Known For
- Having been cast in the lead role of Lucifer Morningstar in the American fantasy crime drama television series, Lucifer (from 2016). On the show, he stars alongside the likes of Lauren German, Kevin Alejandro, D. B. Woodside, Lesley-Ann Brandt, Scarlett Estevez, Rachael Harris, Kevin Rankin, Tricia Helfer, Aimee Garcia, Tom Welling, and Inbar Lavi.
- Appearing in a variety of other shows and movies such as The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby, Buffalo Soldiers, Nice Guy Eddie, Gordon Ramsay: Cookalong Live, I’ll Be There, Messiah III: The Promise, Much Ado About Nothing, Waking the Dead, The Catherine Tate Show, Doctor Who, Trial & Retribution, I Love My Country, Monday Monday, Harley Street, The Fades, The Secret of Crickley Hall, The Late Late Show with James Corden, Agatha Christie’s Poirot, Once Upon a Time, The Strain, Rush, Family Guy, Queen America, Last Call with Carson Daly, BuzzFeed Celeb, and Isn’t It Romantic
As a Singer
Tom Ellis has performed various songs, such as Creep, I Will Survive, All Along The Watchtower, Mess Around, Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door, Heart and Soul, and Summer Holiday, in several shows like Lucifer and Miranda.
He also used to play French horn in the City of Sheffield Youth Orchestra.
First Film
Tom Ellis made his first theatrical film appearance by playing the role of a Police Officer in the action comedy-drama film, High Heels and Low Lifes, in 2001. The lead cast of the film included Minnie Driver, Mary McCormack, Kevin McNally, Michael Gambon, and Darren Boyd.
First TV Show
Tom Ellis made his first TV show appearance as Ben in an episode, titled Kate’s Niece, of the comedy-drama series, Kiss Me Kate in December 2000.
As a voice actor, he made his TV show debut by providing vocals to the character of Oscar Wilde in an episode, titled V is for Mystery, of the animated comedy sitcom, Family Guy, in March 2018.
Personal Trainer
Tom Ellis has maintained a stunning physique by working out on a regular basis. He workouts with his trainer Paolo Mascitti and has attained a shredded body. Also, he keeps his fans updated about his workout progress by posting his videos on Instagram on a regular basis. Tom Ellis has also taken yoga classes.
Moreover, he also had a bet with his trainer according to which if the show was renewed for another season, after Season 3, then Ellis would take up a 3-month training plan. However, the news of the 4th season came after a bit of a delay and speculations but as soon as the next season was confirmed, Paolo Mascitti called Ellis to remind him about their bet and get started.
As far as his diet is concerned, Tom Ellis tries to maintain a healthy diet as much as possible and during his 3-month training session, he had to quit alcohol and being a huge beer lover, it was hard for him to do so.
Tom Ellis Favorite Things
- Dishes – Orecchiette and Spaghetti Squash with red onion, crispy bacon bits, capers, garlic, and pesto
- Food Joints – Bao Bei, Tasting Kitchen
- Karaoke Song – Mustang Sally
- Neighborhood In London – Hampstead
- Music Venue – Roundhouse in Camden, London, England
- Cities For Food – Los Angeles, Vancouver
- Actors – Tom Hanks, Robin Williams, Ken Branagh, Mark Rylance
- Clothing Possession – Burberry Ferragamo leather jacket
Source – Vulture, TheNewPotato.com, ContentMode.com

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