Ncuti Gatwa Biography
Ncuti Gatwa is a Rwandan-Scottish actor known for playing gay teenager, Eric Effiong in the Netflix television series Sex Education. Gatwa is also famous for his roles in Doctor Who (2005), Sex Education (2019) and Barbie (2023). Gatwa was born on 15 October 1992 in Nyarugenge, Kigali, Rwanda. Raised in Kigali by a journalist father, Tharcisse Gatwa and a bank manager mother, Josephine Gatwa. Gatwa has two siblings. His educational background includes schooling at Boroughmuir High School and Dunfermline High School; graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Acting at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland in 2013[1].
He grew up in a working-class area. He lived with his best friend and his mum, who runs a salon in Tottenham. From a young age, he was passionate about dancing and drama, but always saw himself going to university, until a teacher advised him to pursue something more creative instead. He played Mercutio in a production of Romeo & Juliet at Manchester’s Home Theatre after joining the Dundee Repertory Theatre as a graduate trainee[2]. He is the first person born outside the United Kingdom to play the 14th Doctor in Doctor Who (2005).
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Famous As: Actor
Recent Fame: The fourth and final season of ‘Sex Education,’ which was filmed in Wales across a span of this year and last, premieres on Netflix on September 21.
| Biography | |
|---|---|
| Real Name | Mizero Ncuti Gatwa |
| Name | Ncuti Gatwa  |
| Nickname(s) | Ncuti |
| Date Of Birth | 15 October 1992 |
| Age 2023 | 30 Years Old |
| Birth Place | Nyarugenge, Kigali, Riwanda |
| Nationality | United Kingdom |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra |
| Home Town | Nyarugenge, Kigali, Riwanda |
| Profession | • Actor •Model |
| Physical Stats & More | |
| Height(approx) | •In Centimeter- 176 cm •In Meter- 1.76 meter. •In Feet- 5'8'' |
| Weight(approx) | •In Kg- 70 Kg •In Pound- 154 Lbs |
| Eye Colour | •Black |
| Hair Colour | Black •His natural hair color is Black. |
| Body Shape | Muscular |
| Body Measurement(approx) | •Chest- 40 inches •Waist- 30 inches •Biceps- 14 inches |
| Family |
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| Parents | •Father- Tharcisse Gatwa (Journalist) •Mother- Josephine Gatwa  |
| Siblings | •Brother- 2 •SisterN/A |
| Wife | N/A |
| Childrens | N/A |
| Affairs & More | |
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
| Girlfriend | •Not dating |
| Education & Qualifications | |
| School | •Boroughmuir High School •Dunfermline High School |
| College | Royal Conservatoire of Scotland |
| Educational Qualifications | Graduated in Arts Degree in Acting (2013) |
| Favourite Things | |
| Favourite Actor | •Chris Evans  |
| Favourite Actress | •McKenna Grace |
| Favourite Food | • Chocolate • Hotdogs |
| Favourite Place | • London |
| Hobbies | • Shopping • Travelling • Dancing |
| Net Worth & Collections | |
| Networth 2023 | •In Rupee- 16.20 Crores INR (approx.) •In Dollar- $2 million (approx.) Above figures are not based on any media reports. Kindly do some research, if needed. |
| Car | •Mercedes •Lemborghini |
| Bike | N/A |
| Movies, Songs & TV Shows | |
| Debut | •Movie-Horrible Histories: The Movie – Rotten Romans(2019) •Television-Bob Servant(2014) •Theatre-Victoria(2013) •Video game-Grid Legends(2022)  •Audio-NA |
| Movie List(s) | •Horrible Histories: The Movie – Rotten Romans(2019) •The Last Letter from Your Lover(2021) •Barbie(2023) [3] |
| Latest Movie/Show(s) | Movies •The Last Letter from Your Lover(2021) •Barbie(2023) Television •NA |
| Upcoming Movie(s) | Movies •NA Television ••Sex Education Season 4  •Masters of the Air(2023) •Doctor Who(2023) |
| Famous TV Show(s) | •Bob Servant(2014) •Stonemouth(2015) •Sex Education(2019–2023) •Masters of the Air(2023) •Doctor Who(2023) [4] |
| Career Highlights | |
| Ncuti Gatwa is a Scottish-Rwandan actor known for his outstanding performances in film and television. He rose to fame for his role as Eric Effiong in the Netflix series "Sex Education." Gatwa's portrayal of Eric, a witty and compassionate character struggling with his sexuality, garnered critical acclaim and a dedicated fan following. His authentic and heartfelt performance earned him praise for his ability to tackle complex and sensitive subjects with grace and vulnerability. Gatwa's talent and on-screen presence have solidified him as a rising star in the entertainment industry, and he continues to captivate audiences with his compelling performances[5] | |
| Awards & Nominations |
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| Till now she didn't won any awards. Won-7-Newport Beach Film Festival, Broadcasting Press Guild Awards, Young Scot Awards, Royal Television Society Awards, BAFTA Scotland Awards, Rose d'Or and National Comedy Awards. Nominated-13-MTV Movie Awards, BAFTA Scotland Awards, Edinburgh International Television Festival, NME Awards etc. |
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| Social Media Accounts | |
| Visit profile As of July 2023 he has 2.5m followers on his insta page. |
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| Youtube | NA |
| Twitter | NA |
Ncuti Gatwa Age And Height
The young actor was born on 15 October 1992 in Nyarugenge, Kigali, Rwanda, which makes him 30 years old as of 2023. Despite being young, he has already made his mark on the entertainment industry through his talent and dedication. He stands at approximately 5 feet 8 inches (173) tall.
Ncuti Gatwa Net worth
As of 2023, Ncuti’s net worth is $2 million. He is popularly known for portraying Eric Effiong in the Netflix series titled Sex Education in the year 2019. The above figures are not based on any popular reports. Kindly, do some research, if needed.
Ncuti Gatwa, Asa Butterfield And Emma Mackey
Asa Butterfield And Emma Mackey played the lead role whereas, Ncuti played the best friend of Asa Butterfield in the famous television series Sex Education. The show stars Asa Butterfield as Otis Milburn, an awkward teenager who gives sex advice to others whereas, It stars Emma Mackey as Maeve Wiley, an intelligent, troubled teen who runs a sex therapy clinic with Otis and Ncuti plays the role of Eric Effiong, gay, and becomes more confident in himself throughout the series.
Three seasons of the series have been released so far, and all have been successful. A sex therapy clinic is set up by Otis and Maeve in the first series to help students with their sexual problems. However, conflict arises when Otis falls in love with Maeve.
In the second series, new students are introduced to Moordale, including Ola, who becomes Otis’s first girlfriend. Eric helps Adam accept his sexuality after being bullied. As a chlamydia outbreak causes the teens to question and struggle with topical issues, Jean becomes the school’s resident sex therapist.
A new school year begins in the third series, with Otis dating Ruby, Jean expecting a baby in the near future, Eric and Adam becoming official, and new headmistress Hope Haddon’s plans for a major revamp of Moordale creating additional complications for students.
What’s new in Sex Education Season 4[6]?
“It’s the end as we know it,” Sex Education creator Laurie Nunn tells Tudum about the fourth and final season of the Netflix show, which is officially releasing on September 21. It’s true: Season 4 (or “Series 4” as they call it across the pond) will also be the end of Sex Education.
You don’t need to be too sad when it’s time to say goodbye to English teens Otis (Asa Butterfield), Eric (Ncuti Gatwa), Maeve (Emma Mackey), Aimee (Aimee Lou Wood), Cal (Dua Saleh), Ruby (Mimi Keene), Jackson (Kedar Williams-Stirling), Viv (Chinenye Ezeudu) because Season 4 will begin at a high-tech, progressive Cavendish Sixth Form College rather than Moordale.
As they meet the new popular crowd, the Coven (Anthony Lexa, Felix Mufti, Alexandra James) at their idyllic-seeming new school — which has yoga on the lawn, a welcoming, queer-friendly atmosphere, and plenty of sustainability efforts. In addition, there is a rival sex therapist to Otis named O (Thaddea Graham).
Other returning casts are, Gillian Anderson as Otis’ sex therapist mother, Jean, as well as the Groff family, which includes Connor Swindells as Adam, Alistair Petrie as Adam’s strict, ex-headmaster dad, Michael Groff, and Samantha Spiro as Adam’s mom, Maureen.
Sex Education Season 4 Release Date & Casts
The fourth and final season of ‘Sex Education,’ premieres on Netflix on September 21. According to Netflix, “This season will be full of love, tears, friendship, new relationships, and laughter.”
Other confirmed returning cast members are:
- Otis Milburn (Asa Butterfield)
- Maeve Wiley (Emma Mackey)
- Adam Groff (Connor Swindells)
- Aimee Gibbs (Aimee-Lou Wood)
- Jackson Marchetti (Kedar Williams-Stirling)
- Cal Bowman (Dua Saleh)
- RubyMatthews (Mimi Keene)
- Viv Odusanya (Chinenye Ezeudu)
- Isaac Goodwin (George Robinson)
- Michael Groff (Alistair Petrie)
- Maureen Groff (Samantha Spiro)
Season four will feature a number of new cast members, including Schitt’s Creek star Dan Levy, as well as Doctor Who’s Thaddea Graham, Anthony Lexa, Marie Reuther, Felix Mufti, Alexandra James, Reda Elazouar, Bella Maclean and Imani Yahshua.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
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Who is Ncuti Gatwa?
Ncuti Gatwa is a Rwandan-Scottish actor known for playing gay teenager, Eric Effiong in the Netflix television series Sex Education..
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Who is Ncuti Gatwa’s father?
His father Tharcisse Gatwa, from Rwanda’s Karongi District, is a journalist with a PhD in theology who escaped to Scotland in 1994 to escape the Rwandan genocide against his people.
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Is Ncuti Gatwa gay?
No, Ncuti is not gay in real life.
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Who is Ncuti Gatwa dating?
As of now, Ncuti Gatwa, who plays Eric Effiong on Sex Education, has no girlfriend. There is no sign of a partner on Ncuti’s Instagram, and he appears to be single. According to Elle Australia, he used to date a girl named Jessica Hardwick, but he keeps his dating life very private.
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How much is Ncuti Gatwa worth?
His net worth is around $2 million.
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Where Ncuti Gatwa lives?
He currently lives in Ncuti Gatwa live in Nyarugenge, Kigali, Rwanda.
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