Calvin Demba is an English actor, writer, and director who has gained recognition for his work in film, television, and spoken word poetry. He was born on May 9, 1993, in Stepney, East London, and grew up in Bethnal Green. Demba is of Gambian, African-American, and Scottish descent. Demba’s acting career began in 2011 when he was cast as Scott Sabeka in the Channel 4 soap opera “Hollyoaks,” where he appeared in 82 episodes. He made his theatrical debut in 2013 in the play “Routes” at the Royal Court Theatre in London. From 2013 to 2014, he portrayed Jay in the E4 comedy-drama series “Youngers.” In addition to his acting work, Demba has also made a name for himself as a spoken-word artist. He has performed spoken word poetry and gained attention for his innovative YouTube mini-series called “Rue Boy.” Demba’s notable film credits include “Kingsman: The Golden Circle” (2017), “Last Christmas” (2019), and “BabyDolls” (2022). He has also appeared in TV shows such as “Life” (2020) and “Harlots.” With his diverse background and talent, Calvin Demba continues to make a mark in the entertainment industry. His performances and spoken word poetry showcase his creativity and versatility as an artist.
- Born in:Â Stepney, London, United Kingdom (around 1993)
- Age:Â 31 years old (born in 1993)
- Mother & Father:Â Information not publicly available
- Achievements:
- Actor in various films and TV shows including Hollyoaks (2011-2012), Youngers (2013-2014), Life (2020), Kingsman: The Golden Circle (2017)
- Writer and director (known for his spoken word series Rue Boy)
- One of four writers honored at the 2022 Film London Lodestars ceremony
- Awards:
- Nominated for the Evening Standard ‘Emerging Talent’ Award for his performance in Patrick Marber’s The Red Lion at the National Theatre.
- Extra info:
- Started acting without any formal training
- Upcoming projects include roles in “To The Girl I Once Knew” and the Netflix series “Supacell”