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David Dawson Biography

Birth Name:David Robert Dawson

Birth Place:Widnes, England, United Kingdom

Profession Actor, Soundtrack

Fast Facts

Was nominated for the 2008 Olivier Award for best newcomer
Was nominated for the 2010 Whatsonstage Theatregoers Choice Award for best supporting actor
Studied acting at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts
Made his screen acting debut in the TV series "Doc Martin" in 2005
Got his first professional acting role as an understudy to actor Kevin Spacey in a production of "Richard II․"
Best known for playing Tony Warren in "The Road to Coronation Street" and Fred Best in "Ripper Street․"
Has appeared in stage productions of "The Duchess of Malfi," "Comedians" and "Romeo and Juliet," among others