Adam Deacon Biography

Fast Facts

• Is a supporter of the Prince's Trust and appeared on BBC3's "Young Voters' Question Time" after the London riots in 2011
• Was called The New Face of Youth Cinema by Time Out magazine in 2011
• Became serious about acting at the age of 12, when a drama teacher insisted he try out for the Anna Scher theatre school
• Made his screen acting debut in the short film "Bill's New Frock" in 1998
• Quote: "I count my blessings․ I hate actors who just go on like they're the best thing since sliced bread․ You're only as good as your last job․ Be humble․"
• Best known for playing Jay in "Kidulthood" and "Adulthood" and for directing "Anuvahood․"
• Co-hosted the 2012 Music of Black Origins Awards with television personality Miquita Oliver