Alexander Dreymon (born Alexander Doetsch; 7 February 1983) is a German actor. He is best known for portraying Uhtred of Bebbanburg in the television series The Last Kingdom (2015–2022).[1][2] Dreymon's other notable roles were in Christopher and His Kind (2011) and American Horror Story: Coven (2013–2014). Dreymon also appeared in the 2011 World War II film Resistance.[3]
Alexander Dreymon | |
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.jpg) Doetsch in 2019 | |
| Born | Alexander Doetsch 7 February 1983 Germany |
| Education | Drama Centre London (BA) |
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| Years active | 2010–present |
| Known for | Uhtred in The Last Kingdom |
| Partner(s) | Allison Williams (2019–present; engaged) |
| Children | 1 |
Early life
editDreymon was born Alexander Doetsch in Germany, and grew up in the United States, France, and Switzerland.[citation needed]
Dreymon grew up always wanting to be an actor. He has a background in martial arts and learned to ride horses while living in South Dakota.[4][5] He studied in Paris, then trained for three years at Drama Centre London.
Career
editAfter training for three years at Drama Centre London, Dreymon appeared on stage in London and Paris before making his screen debut in the French one-off-drama Ni reprise, ni échangée, and later played alongside Doctor Who's Matt Smith in the British film Christopher and His Kind.[6]
Dreymon worked on several independent films in the US as well as portraying Luke Ramsey in five episodes of American Horror Story's third season, Coven.
Dreymon portrays Uhtred of Bebbanburg in the television series The Last Kingdom on Netflix. He also directed the second episode of the fifth season.
Personal life
editIn late 2019, Dreymon began dating actress Allison Williams. They met while filming Horizon Line. In late 2021, they had a son.[7] In December 2022, it was reported that the couple had become engaged.[8]
In 2024, Dreymon was promoted to brown belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu.[9]
Filmography
editFilm
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 2011 | The Last Fashion Show | Bruce | |
| Resistance | Steiner | ||
| 2014 | Blood Ransom | Jeremiah | |
| 2016 | Guys Reading Poems | Father | |
| 2018 | Heartlock | Lee Haze | |
| 2020 | Horizon Line | Jackson | |
| 2023 | The Last Kingdom: Seven Kings Must Die | Uhtred of Bebbanburg | Also executive producer |
Television
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Ni reprise, ni échangée | Alexandre | TV film |
| 2011 | Christopher and His Kind | Caspar | TV film |
| 2013 | American Horror Story: Coven | Luke Ramsey | 5 episodes |
| 2015–2022 | The Last Kingdom | Uhtred of Bebbanburg | Main role (46 episodes); also director (season 5, episode 2) |
References
edit- ^ "TV Pick of the Day: The Last Kingdom, BBC 2, October 22". Western Morning News. 22 October 2015. Archived from the original on 26 November 2015. Retrieved 12 November 2015.
- ^ Hughes, Sarah (19 November 2015). "The Last Kingdom's Alexander Dreymon: the new Poldark? 'I don't thrive on being the guy who goes topless'". the Guardian. Retrieved 19 February 2018.
- ^ Debnath, Neela (16 March 2017). "The Last Kingdom: Alexander Dreymon reveals 'horrible experience' on set during filming". Express.co.uk.
- ^ "Alexander Dreymon Cool Interview | The Last Kingdom | Australia". Carousel Australia. 14 June 2017. Retrieved 19 February 2018.
- ^ "Interview with Alexander Dreymon". DA MAN TV. 22 October 2015.
- ^ "Alexander Dreymon". IMDB.
- ^ Jordan, Julie (25 April 2022). "Allison Williams and Alexander Dreymon Welcome First Baby, Son Arlo: 'Over the Moon,' Says Source". People.
- ^ "Allison Williams is Passing on the Vibe Shift". Town & Country. 5 January 2023. Retrieved 7 January 2023.
- ^ Phillips, Sabrina. "Alexander Dreymon, 'The Last Kingdom' Star, Promoted To BJJ Brown Belt". Jitsmagazine. Retrieved 8 March 2024.
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