“The endless teen franchises that come out of Hollywood... more often than not, the central character doesn't have any discernible character traits. They're just the young, good-looking guy who goes on this journey. They're always played by fantastic young actors, but ultimately, they're not very interesting characters.”

Welsh actor and singer

Taron Egerton is a Welsh actor and singer. A graduate of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, he began on stage before becoming known for his lead role as a spy in the action comedies Kingsman: The Secret Service (2014) and Kingsman: The Golden Circle (2017). He has also worked in voice roles, including the Sing films from 2016 onward and The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance in 2019. His career spans screen and stage, with much of his recognition tied to energetic, action-led performances and animation work.