Playing the role of the Eleventh Doctor in the BBC’s popular science-fiction series, and rose to international fame with the portrayal of Prince Philip, Matthew Robert Smith, or simply Matt Smith is an English Actor and Theater Artist. He was aiming to become a footballer but had to give up on that ambition due to a backbone injury. After attending National Youth Theatre he graduated from University and started his acting career in 2003 in the theatres of London. Matt became the youngest actor to play the lead in the BBC’s adventure TV series Doctor Who from (2010-2013) at the age of 26. In early 2016, Smith played Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh and the husband of Queen Elizabeth in the historical drama series The Crown for two seasons.
BIOGRAPHY
Matthew Robert Smith was born on 28 October 1982, in Northampton, Northamptonshire, England. Initially, he was passionate about football and played for the youth teams of Northampton Town, Nottingham Forest, and Leicester City. Matt also became captain of Leicester City’s youth team. His grandfather was also a football player and played for Notts County, Robert also planned to join the team but his career ended as an athlete when he got a condition called spondylolysis. Matt went on to pursue acting despite his lack of interest at the prestigious Drama Centre London. His acting skills were polished due to his intense commitment.
SOCIAL MEDIA ACCOUNTS
The British superstar isn’t active on his social media accounts as Matthew says, “I am not a social media guy, if you want to interact with me, send me a letter.” His fans made accounts for his promotion and showed their love for him. Some celebrities choose not to use or maintain social media accounts and Matt Smith is one of them. He wants himself to be recognized for his extraordinary work.
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WIKI
The Crown actor is of British roots. He is 5’11” feet in height. He has dark brown hair and fair skin. Matt’s green eyes and sharp defined jawline are prominent features of his face. Mathew has a clean shaved face which makes his appearance noteworthy. He is frequently characterized as having an athletic physique.
| Real Name | Matthew Robert Smith |
| Stage Name | Matt Smith |
| Nickname | Matt |
| Birthday | October 28, 1982 |
| Age | 41 years old |
| Birthplace | Northampton, Northamptonshire, England |
| Present Residence | North London |
| Gender | Male |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio |
| Nationality | British |
| Mother Tongue | English |
| Ethnicity | British |
| Religion | Atheist |
| School | Northampton School for Boys |
| College/University | University of East Anglia National Youth Theatre of Great Britain |
| Qualification | Graduate in Drama and Creative Writing |
| Occupation | Acting |
| Net Worth | USD 9-10 million |
| Relationship Status | Unmarried |
| Children | None |
| Height | 5′ 11” |
| Weight | 73kg |
| Eye Color | Green |
| Hair Color | Dark Brown |
| Body Measurements | Chest:40 Waist:30 Biceps:14 |
| Pets | Dogs |
| Hobbies | Playing Guitar Piano Playing Music Records Collection |
ZODIAC SIGN
His star sign is Scorpio. The British Matthew has an eccentric personality. Scorpios are known for their mysterious and unapologetically independent nature. Our Prince Philip is very sensitive and possesses a highly creative nature. Scorpios prefer quality over quantity and that phrase suits him well. Influential figures like Katy Perry, Lady Gaga, and Bill Gates are also Scorpio.
PARENTS AND SIBLINGS
Matt Robert’s parents are both Britishers. Mathew has one sister who is a dancer and appeared in the music video of the song “Call on Me” by Eric Prydz in 2004. Matt has a close bond with her mother and is caught on camera often with her mother who loves sharing glam and paparazzi with him. On the other hand, Smith’s father died in 2021 at the age of 73.
“My dad was from the north, and hugely loving, but there was a toughness in his love, which I feel really grateful for.”
| Father | David Smith |
| Mother | Lynne |
| Brother | Not Any |
| Sisters | Laura Jayne |
EARLY LIFE AND EDUCATION
He got his early education from Northampton School for Boys. Matt’s teacher introduced him to acting after signing him up for the theatre drama but he refuses to join it. Later his teacher encouraged him to play a role in Twelve Angry Men. Smith was resistant to working as an artist as he said it may damage his social life. After months of convincing, Smith’s teacher finally influenced him to join the Drama Centre London where he worked hard to prove himself in acting. He attended the University of Anglia and graduated as a Drama and Creative Writing student. He signed an agreement with his university to graduate without attending lectures during his last year as he was working simultaneously in theatre plays as well. In an interview Smith stated,
“I was doing creative writing and drama at university, and I was in my final year, so at the same time, I was writing 12 final poems and a story. I went back and did my dissertation and exams in a week. It’s the only time I’ve ever drunk Coffee.”
RELATIONSHIP AND DATING RUMOR
From 2008-2009, Smith was in a relationship with Brazilian actress and singer Mayana Moura but the relationship ended. He also remained in the spotlight after having a vaguely admitted relationship with model Daisy Lowe from 2010 to 2014. Matt also dated the Cindrella famed British actress Lily James from 2014 to 2019 but the actress ended the relationship due to an intense working schedule. The paparazzi highlighted the off-screen romance between Smith and Claire Foy, a fellow artist in The Crown series. He was rumored to be in a relationship with Caroline Brady, a businesswoman in May 2021 but the couple didn’t publicly announce that.
CAREER
Matt Smith started his acting career through theatre plays. He is well-known for his work in science-fiction films and dramas. Matt’s appearance in the films has peculiar genres and is distinct from the popularly received media content. After working in Doctor Who, he started working in films and played successful roles in the British film Womb (2010) and also had a supporting role in Terminator Genisys (2015). Smith made his first television breakthrough with his role in the political drama Party Animals (2007). Currently, the British actor is working in the HBO fantasy drama House of the Dragon.
Doctor Who and The Crown
At the age of 26, he played the role of eleventh doctor in BBC’s sci-fi Doctor Who (2008) and became the youngest actor to be cast as a main lead. Doctor Who series is a major part of British culture and was listed in the Guinness Book of World Records as the longest-running science-fiction television show in the world. Matt played the role of Prince Philip, the husband to Queen Elizabeth II, in the drama series The Crown. That drama raised him to international recognition. For this series, Robert met personally with the royal family, especially with The Queen and Prince Philip. He is known to have close connections with Prince Henry, Duke of Sussex from the royal house.
Films
Matt Smith played extraordinary roles in the films which were different from mainstream genres. His roles are mostly transformative and intense which captivate audiences with his raw, loud, and unconventional talent. He worked in horror movies as well. Let’s take a look at the films he worked in.
| In Bruges | 2008 |
| Womb | 2010 |
| Lost River | 2014 |
| Terminator Genisys | 2015 |
| Pride and Prejudice and Zombies | 2016 |
| Mapplethorpe Patient Zero Charlie Says | 2018 |
| Official Secrets | 2019 |
| His House | 2020 |
| Last Night in Soho The Forgiven | 2021 |
| Morbius | 2022 |
| Starve Acre | 2023 |
Television
From his iconic role in BBC’s “Doctor Who” science-fiction series to his magnificent role as Prince Philip in “The Crown” his roles were admirable. Let’s look at the list of Television series in which he played a significant role and worked as an executive producer.
| The Ruby in the Smoke | 2006 |
| The Shadow in the North Party Animals Secret Diary of a Call Girl The Street | 2007 |
| Moses Jones | 2009 |
| Doctor Who | 2010-2014 |
| The Sarah Jane Adventures | 2010 |
| Christopher and His Kind | 2011 |
| Bert and Dickie | 2012 |
| An Adventure in Space and Time The Five(ish) Doctors Reboot | 2013 |
| The Crown | 2016-2017 |
| This Time with Alan Partridge Superworm | 2021 |
| House of the Dragon | 2022-Present |
| The Death of Bunny Munro | Waiting |
Theatre
The Theatre has always been an important part of Matt’s life since he started acting on the live stage. He joined the National Youth Theatre of Great Britain before graduating in Drama and creative writing. Here is the list of his theatre plays.
| Murder in the Cathedral | 2003 |
| The Master and Margarita | 2004 |
| On the Shore of the Wide World | 2005 |
| The History Boys | 2005-2006 |
| That Face | 2007 |
| Swimming with Sharks | 2007-2008 |
| American Psycho | 2013-2014 |
| Lungs | 2019 |
| An Enemy of the People | 2024 |
NET WORTH
According to online financial news resources, The Crown actor has a net worth of USD 9 million. Right now, he is a popular and the most successful British actor with global recognition and dedicated fanbases.
Source of Income
His main source of income is several successful roles in Films and TV series. He also does screenwriting and directs the films. Matt Smith worked in theatre as well.
FAVORITES
Prince Charming barely showcases his personal life and keeps himself away from the spotlight yet, he still takes inspiration from multiple people and mentions this on various occasions. Let’s see what are his favorite things:
| Favorite Color | Green Blue Black |
| Favorite Actor | Freddie Fox |
| Favorite Actress | Lindsay Duncan |
| Favorite Theatre Director | Thomas Ostermeier |
| Favorite Music Bands | Radiohead Oasis Arcade Fire |
| Favorite TV Show | The Traitors Futurama |
| Favorite Movie | Notting Hill Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey |
| Favorite Food | Pho Dac Biet Crab Souffle Spaghetti Bolognese Muffins |
| Favorite Drink | Orange Juice Red Wine |
| Favorite Song | Weird Fishes/ArpeggiNY State of Mind Great Gig in the Sky |
| Favorite Sports | Football |
| Favorite Team | Blackburn Rovers |
| Favorite Destination | BrazilItaly |
| Favorite Books | Manfried the Man 1984. The Master and Margarita A Million Little Pieces. |
AWARDS
The British actor got nominations for his excellent performances and won Awards for his remarkable acting skills in Television and Films.
| SFX Awards/ 2011 & 2012 | Won |
| National Television Awards/ 2011 | Nominated |
| BAFTA TV Awards/ 2011 | Nominated |
| National Television Awards/ 2013 & 2014 | Won |
| Screen Actors Guild Awards/ 2017 Broadcasting Press Guild Awards/ 2017 | Nominated |
| Primetime Emmy Award/ 2018 Screen Actors Guild Awards/ 2018 | Nominated |
| Critics’ Choice Awards/ 2023 | Nominated |
INTERESTING FACTS
- He is known for being the most clumsy person on the set.
- Matt auditioned for Sherlock (2010) but was rejected due to being too eccentric.
- Smith was the first lead actor in Doctor Who to be nominated for a BAFTA Award for Best TV Actor.
- Robert loves music and is interested in playing piano and guitar.
- Matt was named as one of GQ’s 50 Best-Dressed British Men.
- Matthew was considered for the role of Joker in Suicide Squad (2015), starring Will Smith, Joel Kinnaman, and Margot Robbie.
Is Matt Smith the youngest doctor?
He was the youngest actor (26) to play the role of the eleventh doctor in the BBC's science fiction Doctor Who.
Who played the role of Prince Philip in the crown?
Matt Smith played the role of Prince Philip, husband of Queen Elizabeth in The Crown.
Was Matt Smith a football player?
He was a passionate footballer and was the captain of Leicester City. Later he developed a serious back injury called spondylolysis and his football career ended.
Who dated Matt Smith?
He was in a relationship with Mayana Moura and Daisy Lowe but both relationships ended. From 2014 to 2019, he dated British actress Lily James.
Who played the role of Daemon Targaryen in House of the Dragon?
Matt Smith excellently played the role of the fictional character.
