History of Taron Egerton in Timeline

Taron Egerton is a Welsh actor known for his role as Gary "Eggsy" Unwin in the "Kingsman" film series. A graduate of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, he began his career in theater before achieving international recognition for his action comedy roles.

November 1989: Birth of Taron Egerton

Taron Egerton was born in Birkenhead, England in November 1989.

2012: Graduation from the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art

Taron Egerton graduated from the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in 2012, marking the beginning of his professional acting career.

2012: Stage Debut in "The Last of the Haussmans"

Taron Egerton made his stage debut in the play "The Last of the Haussmans" at the National Theatre in London in 2012.

2013: Casting in "Kingsman: The Secret Service"

Taron Egerton was cast in the lead role of Matthew Vaughn's "Kingsman: The Secret Service" in 2013.

2014: Critical Acclaim for "Testament of Youth"

Taron Egerton starred as Edward Brittain in the biographical drama "Testament of Youth", earning him a nomination for Best British Newcomer at the BFI London Film Festival in 2014.

2014: Breakthrough with "Kingsman: The Secret Service"

Taron Egerton's breakout role as Gary "Eggsy" Unwin in "Kingsman: The Secret Service" premiered in 2014, propelling him to fame.

2015: Release of "Kingsman: The Secret Service" and "Legend"

"Kingsman: The Secret Service" was released to critical and commercial success in 2015, solidifying Taron Egerton's rise to fame. He also starred in the crime film "Legend" that year.

2015: Recognized for Style by British GQ

Taron Egerton was named one of the 50 best-dressed British men by British GQ in 2015.

2016: BAFTA Rising Star Award Nomination

Taron Egerton received a nomination for the BAFTA Rising Star Award at the 69th British Academy Film Awards in 2016.

2016: Starring Roles in "Eddie the Eagle" and "Sing"

Taron Egerton starred as Eddie the Eagle in the biographical sports film and voiced Johnny in the animated musical "Sing" in 2016.

2016: Again Recognized for Style by British GQ

Taron Egerton was once again recognized for his style by British GQ, being included in their list of the 50 best-dressed British men in 2016.

2017: Release of "Kingsman: The Golden Circle"

Taron Egerton reprised his role as Eggsy in the sequel "Kingsman: The Golden Circle" in 2017.

2018: Release of "Billionaire Boys Club" and "Robin Hood"

Taron Egerton starred in the films "Billionaire Boys Club" and "Robin Hood" in 2018, both of which were met with critical and commercial disappointment.

2019: Voice Acting in "Moominvalley" and "The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance"

Taron Egerton lent his voice to the animated series "Moominvalley" and "The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance" in 2019.

2019: Golden Globe Win for "Rocketman"

Taron Egerton portrayed Elton John in the musical biopic "Rocketman", earning him critical acclaim and a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in 2019.

2021: Release of "Sing 2"

Taron Egerton reprised his voice role as Johnny in the animated musical sequel "Sing 2", released in 2021.

March 2022: West End Debut and Departure from "Cock"

Taron Egerton made his West End debut in the play "Cock" in March 2022, but later exited the production for "personal reasons" after facing health challenges including fainting on stage and contracting COVID-19.