Jonathan Guy Lewis | |
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Born | Jonathan Guy Lewis 20 May 1963 [1] |
Other names | Jonathan Lewis |
Occupation | Actor |
Years active | 1992–present |
Children | 1 |
Jonathan Guy Lewis (born 20 May 1963) is a British actor known for his role as Chris Hammond in London's Burning .
Lewis was educated at St Dunstan's College, After attending university, Lewis was an officer trainer at Sandhurst before a recurring back injury led to his discharge from the army at 22 years old. Lewis then enrolled in drama school to begin his new career. [2]
Lewis's first major acting role was the role of Sgt. Chris McCleod in Soldier Soldier. His most recent television series roles were on Skins and Endeavour .
Lewis has also worked as a writer and director. His most notable work as a writer is the award-winning play Our Boys , [2] which was staged at the Donmar Warehouse in 1995 and revived at the Duchess Theatre in 2012. In 2015, Lewis co starred in the revival of Arthur Miller's A View from the Bridge . [3] [4]
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