History of Jonathan Bailey in Timeline
Jonathan Bailey is an English actor recognized for his versatility in dramatic, comedic, and musical performances across theater and television. He has received prestigious awards, including a Laurence Olivier Award and a Critics' Choice Television Award, and has also been nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award, highlighting his significant contributions to the entertainment industry.
April 1988: Jonathan Bailey's Birth Year
In April 1988, Jonathan Stuart Bailey was born. He is an English actor known for his dramatic, comedic, and musical roles on stage and screen.
1995: Performed in 'A Christmas Carol'
In 1995, at seven years old, Jonathan Bailey auditioned for and landed the alternating roles of Tiny Tim and Young Scrooge in the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) production of 'A Christmas Carol' at the Barbican Theatre in London.
1996: Television debut in 'Bramwell'
In 1996, Jonathan Bailey made his television debut in the Victorian period drama 'Bramwell'. He also played Little Baptiste in the RSC's production of 'Les Enfants du Paradis' the same year.
2001: Played Prince Arthur in 'King John'
In 2001, Jonathan Bailey played Prince Arthur for the RSC's 'King John'.
2004: Film debut in 'Five Children and It'
In 2004, Jonathan Bailey made his feature film debut in 'Five Children and It', a film adaptation of E. Nesbit's fantasy novel of the same name.
2006: Starred in 'Beautiful Thing'
In 2006, on the last day of his A levels, Jonathan Bailey started rehearsing for a revival of the play 'Beautiful Thing' in London, taking over the lead role.
2009: First leading role in 'Off the Hook'
In 2009, Jonathan Bailey had his first leading role on television in the BBC sitcom 'Off the Hook', about a group of first-year university students.
2011: Played Leonardo da Vinci in 'Leonardo'
In 2011, Jonathan Bailey played the titular Leonardo da Vinci in the CBBC action-adventure series 'Leonardo'.
2011: Starred in 'Leonardo'
In 2011, Jonathan Bailey starred in the action-adventure series 'Leonardo'.
2011: Nominated for Evening Standard Theatre Award
In 2011, Jonathan Bailey was nominated for Outstanding Newcomer at the Evening Standard Theatre Awards for his performance in David Hare's play 'South Downs'.
2012: Continued role in 'South Downs' and led in 'Groove High'
In 2012, Jonathan Bailey continued his role in 'South Downs' at Harold Pinter Theatre. He also led the Disney Channel musical-comedy 'Groove High', playing the popstar Tom.
2012: Starred in 'Groove High'
In 2012, Jonathan Bailey starred in the musical-comedy 'Groove High'.
2013: Starred in 'Broadchurch'
From 2013, Jonathan Bailey became known for his role in the crime drama 'Broadchurch'.
2013: Continued role in 'Groove High'
In 2013, Jonathan Bailey continued in the Disney Channel musical-comedy 'Groove High'.
2013: Rose to popularity in 'Broadchurch' and starred in 'Othello'
In 2013, Jonathan Bailey rose to popularity for playing Olly Stevens in 'Broadchurch'. He was also cast as Cassio in William Shakespeare's 'Othello' at the Olivier Theatre.
2014: Originated role in 'American Psycho' and appeared in 'Doctor Who'
In 2014, Jonathan Bailey originated the role of Tim Price in 'American Psycho' and guest-starred in the 'Doctor Who' episode 'Time Heist'.
2015: Continued role in 'Broadchurch'
In 2015, Jonathan Bailey continued his role in the crime drama 'Broadchurch'.
2016: Starred in 'Crashing' and 'The Last Five Years'
In 2016, Jonathan Bailey starred as Sam in Phoebe Waller-Bridge's television project 'Crashing'. The same year, he headlined the London production of the musical 'The Last Five Years' as Jamie.
2016: Starred in 'The Last Five Years'
In 2016, Jonathan Bailey starred in the London revival of the musical 'The Last Five Years'.
2016: Starred in 'Crashing'
In 2016, Jonathan Bailey starred in the comedy 'Crashing'.
2017: Appeared in 'King Lear' and 'Chewing Gum'
In 2017, Jonathan Bailey appeared alongside Ian McKellen in 'King Lear'. He also made a guest appearance in 'Chewing Gum' where he played Ash.
2017: Began voicing G'raha Tia in 'Final Fantasy XIV: Stormblood'
In 2017, Jonathan Bailey began voicing the character G'raha Tia in the video game expansion 'Final Fantasy XIV: Stormblood'.
April 2018: Starred in 'The York Realist'
From February to April 2018, Jonathan Bailey starred in 'The York Realist'.
2018: Hiked the Everest Base Camp in Nepal
In 2018, Jonathan Bailey hiked the Everest Base Camp in Nepal, showcasing his passion for mountaineering and physical challenges.
2018: Publicly came out as gay
In 2018, Jonathan Bailey publicly came out as gay after having privately come out to friends and family in his early 20s a decade prior. He committed to visibility and representation within the entertainment industry.
2018: Starred in 'The York Realist'
In 2018, Jonathan Bailey starred in the contemporary play 'The York Realist'.
2019: Continued voicing G'raha Tia in 'Final Fantasy XIV: Shadowbringers'
In 2019, Jonathan Bailey continued voicing the character G'raha Tia in the 'Final Fantasy XIV: Shadowbringers' expansion.
2019: Won Laurence Olivier Award for 'Company'
In 2019, Jonathan Bailey won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role in a Musical for his performance in 'Company'.
2019: Won Laurence Olivier Award
In 2019, Jonathan Bailey won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role in a Musical for his role in the West End gender-swapped revival of 'Company'.
2020: Starred in 'Bridgerton'
From 2020, Jonathan Bailey gained wider recognition for his role in the Regency romance series 'Bridgerton'.
2020: Included in Attitude's Trailblazers
In 2020, Jonathan Bailey was included in Attitude's Trailblazers list, marking his growing influence as an LGBTQ+ figure in the entertainment industry.
2021: Continued voicing G'raha Tia in 'Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker'
In 2021, Jonathan Bailey continued voicing the character G'raha Tia in the 'Final Fantasy XIV: Endwalker' expansion.
2021: Stephen Sondheim's Reaction to Bailey starring in Cock
In 2021, three days before Stephen Sondheim died, he reacted to the news that Bailey would be starring in the play Cock.
2022: Headlined 'Cock' in the West End
In 2022, Jonathan Bailey headlined the West End revival of Mike Bartlett's play 'Cock'.
2022: Starred in 'Cock'
In 2022, Jonathan Bailey starred in the contemporary play 'Cock'.
2022: Included in Variety's Power of Pride list
In 2022, Jonathan Bailey was included in Variety's Power of Pride list, further cementing his status as an influential LGBTQ+ figure.
2022: Recognized as a Next Generation Leader
In 2022, TIME magazine included Jonathan Bailey in its annual class of Next Generation Leaders, noting that he is "redefining the 'Hollywood Heartthrob'".
2023: Starred in 'Fellow Travelers'
In 2023, Jonathan Bailey starred in the political miniseries 'Fellow Travelers', which earned him a Critics' Choice Television Award and a Primetime Emmy Award nomination.
2023: Included in Out's Most Impactful and Influential list
In 2023, Jonathan Bailey was included in Out's Most Impactful and Influential list, recognizing his significant impact and influence.
2024: Launched The Shameless Fund
In 2024, Jonathan Bailey launched The Shameless Fund to help members of the queer community live freely by raising money through partnerships, starting with Loewe's "Drink Your Milk" collection.
2024: Ran the Hackney Half Marathon for Just Like Us
In 2024, Jonathan Bailey ran the Hackney Half Marathon to raise money for Just Like Us, an LGBTQ+ youth charity where he is a patron.
2024: Starred in 'Wicked'
In 2024, Jonathan Bailey starred as Fiyero in the musical fantasy film 'Wicked', contributing to the film's soundtrack with the song 'Dancing Through Life'.
2024: Included in The Independent's Pride List
In 2024, Jonathan Bailey was included in The Independent's Pride List, highlighting his continued influence and representation.
2024: Continued voicing G'raha Tia in 'Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail'
In 2024, Jonathan Bailey will continue voicing the character G'raha Tia in the 'Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail' expansion.
May 2025: Plays Richard II at the Bridge Theatre
Jonathan Bailey played the titular role of Richard II at the Bridge Theatre until May 2025.
2025: Starred in 'Richard II'
In 2025, Jonathan Bailey is set to star in the classical play 'Richard II'.
2025: To reprise role in 'Wicked' Part Two
Jonathan Bailey will reprise his role in the second part of 'Wicked' in 2025.
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