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Tom Hiddleston

Tom Hiddleston is a British actor who achieved global recognition for his portrayal of Loki in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). His role as Loki began with the film *Thor* in 2011 and continued in several subsequent MCU films. He also starred in the Disney+ series *Loki* (2021-2023), further cementing his association with the character.

1 day ago : Zawe Ashton and Tom Hiddleston Expecting Second Child: Pregnancy Reveal!

Zawe Ashton revealed her second pregnancy with Tom Hiddleston at the Emilia Wickstead event. News broke via Vogue and People Magazine, showcasing Ashton's baby bump. This marks another milestone for the couple.

February 1981: Birth of Thomas William Hiddleston

On 9 February 1981, Thomas William Hiddleston was born in the Westminster district of London, to Diana Patricia (née Servaes) Hiddleston and Dr. James Norman Hiddleston.

1999: Stage Debut in Journey's End

In 1999, Tom Hiddleston made his stage debut in Journey's End.

2001: Television Appearances

In 2001, Tom Hiddleston began appearing on television with parts in Stephen Whittaker's adaptation of Nicholas Nickleby for ITV and the BBC/HBO co-production Conspiracy.

2002: The Gathering Storm

In 2002, Tom Hiddleston played Randolph Churchill in the BBC/HBO drama The Gathering Storm.

2005: Graduation from RADA

In 2005, Tom Hiddleston graduated from the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA), marking the completion of his formal acting training.

2006: BBC's Galapagos Island documentary voiceover and Suburban Shootout

In 2006, Tom Hiddleston provided the voiceover for BBC's documentary on the Galapagos Island and he played Bill Hazledine in Suburban Shootout.

2006: First film role in Unrelated

In 2006, Tom Hiddleston was cast in his first film role, playing Oakley in Joanna Hogg's film, Unrelated. He also performed in Cheek by Jowl's production of The Changeling.

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2007: West End production of Cymbeline

In 2007, Tom Hiddleston acted in the West End production of Cymbeline.

2007: Film Debut in Unrelated

In 2007, Tom Hiddleston began his film career with a role in Joanna Hogg's film Unrelated.

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2007: The Red Necklace audiobook

In 2007, Tom Hiddleston narrated the audiobook The Red Necklace by Sally Gardner and guest starred in Casualty.

The Red Necklace
The Red Necklace

2007: Cymbeline

In 2007, Tom Hiddleston starred in Cheek by Jowl's production of Cymbeline, for which he won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Newcomer in a Play.

2007: Unrelated Release

In 2007, the movie "Unrelated" starring Tom Hiddleston, was released.

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2008: Roles in Ivanov and Othello

In 2008, Tom Hiddleston appeared in the West End production of Ivanov and played Cassio in Othello. He was also nominated for the Laurence Olivier Award for his role as Cassio.

2008: Relationship with Susannah Fielding Begins

In 2008, Tom Hiddleston began dating English actress Susannah Fielding after they met while filming an episode of Wallander.

2008: Wallander, Miss Austen Regrets

In 2008, Tom Hiddleston played Magnus Martinsson in the BBC detective drama Wallander and John Plumptre in the BBC costume drama TV film Miss Austen Regrets.

2008: Othello and Ivanov

In 2008, Tom Hiddleston's Donmar Warehouse credits included Cassio in Michael Grandage's production of Shakespeare's Othello and Lvov in the West End revival of Chekhov's Ivanov.

2009: Return to Cranford

In 2009, Tom Hiddleston played William Buxton in the BBC drama series Return to Cranford.

November 2010: The Children's Monologues

In November 2010, Tom Hiddleston appeared in Danny Boyle's one time production of The Children's Monologues, playing Prudence.

2010: Archipelago Film Role

In 2010, Tom Hiddleston appeared in Joanna Hogg's film Archipelago, continuing his early film work.

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2011: Portrayal of Loki in Thor

In 2011, Tom Hiddleston became well-known for his portrayal of Loki in the Marvel Studios film Thor. Empire magazine ranked Hiddleston's portrayal of Loki as the 19th Greatest Movie Character of All Time.

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2011: Roles in Midnight in Paris, War Horse, and The Deep Blue Sea

In 2011, Tom Hiddleston portrayed F. Scott Fitzgerald in Midnight in Paris, played Captain Nicholls in War Horse, and starred as Freddie Page in The Deep Blue Sea.

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2011: Roles in Midnight in Paris and War Horse

In 2011, Tom Hiddleston portrayed F. Scott Fitzgerald in Woody Allen's Midnight in Paris and appeared in Steven Spielberg's War Horse, gaining recognition for his work in these films. He was also nominated for the BAFTA Rising Star Award that year.

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2011: Releases of Thor and Midnight in Paris

In 2011, Tom Hiddleston starred in both "Thor" and "Midnight in Paris" which were released that year.

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2011: Relationship with Susannah Fielding Ends

In 2011, Tom Hiddleston's relationship with English actress Susannah Fielding ended.

2012: The Hollow Crown

In 2012, Tom Hiddleston appeared in the BBC Two series The Hollow Crown, portraying Prince Hal.

2012: Reprising Loki in The Avengers

In 2012, Tom Hiddleston reprised his role as Loki in The Avengers.

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2012: The Avengers Release

In 2012, Tom Hiddleston starred in "The Avengers", which was released that year.

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December 2013: Coriolanus at the Donmar Warehouse

In December 2013, Tom Hiddleston began playing the title character in William Shakespeare's Coriolanus at the Donmar Warehouse.

2013: Only Lovers Left Alive

In 2013, Tom Hiddleston appeared in Jim Jarmusch's vampire film Only Lovers Left Alive.

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2013: Roles in Thor: The Dark World and Only Lovers Left Alive

In 2013, Tom Hiddleston played Loki again in Thor: The Dark World and starred in Only Lovers Left Alive.

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2013: Coriolanus

In 2013, Tom Hiddleston starred as the title character in a production of Coriolanus.

2013: Releases of Only Lovers Left Alive and Thor: The Dark World

In 2013, Tom Hiddleston starred in both "Only Lovers Left Alive" and "Thor: The Dark World" which were released that year.

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2013: UNICEF Ambassador Trip to Guinea

In early 2013, Tom Hiddleston, as a UK ambassador of UNICEF, traveled to Guinea to raise awareness about hunger and malnutrition.

January 2014: Jaguar Cars Spokesperson

In January 2014, Tom Hiddleston became a spokesperson for Jaguar Cars in their "Good to be Bad" ad campaign, and the first commercial aired during the 2014 Super Bowl.

January 2014: Coriolanus at the Donmar Warehouse

In January 2014, Tom Hiddleston continued playing the title character in William Shakespeare's Coriolanus at the Donmar Warehouse. It was also aired live internationally on 30 January 2014.

February 2014: Crimson Peak Filming

In February 2014, Tom Hiddleston began filming for the gothic horror film Crimson Peak in Toronto, replacing Benedict Cumberbatch.

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February 2014: Coriolanus at the Donmar Warehouse

In February 2014, Tom Hiddleston continued playing the title character in William Shakespeare's Coriolanus at the Donmar Warehouse.

June 2014: Casting as Hank Williams in I Saw the Light

In June 2014, it was announced that Tom Hiddleston would portray Hank Williams in the biopic I Saw the Light.

2014: Coriolanus

In 2014, Tom Hiddleston continued starring as the title character in a production of Coriolanus receiving a nomination for the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Actor.

October 2015: Crimson Peak Release

In October 2015, the gothic horror film Crimson Peak, starring Tom Hiddleston, was released.

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2015: I Saw the Light Premiere

In 2015, I Saw the Light, starring Tom Hiddleston as Hank Williams, was first shown in the Special Presentations section of the Toronto International Film Festival.

2015: Roles in Crimson Peak and I Saw The Light

In 2015, Tom Hiddleston starred in Guillermo del Toro's horror film Crimson Peak and played Hank Williams in the biopic I Saw The Light.

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2015: British Film Institute Founding Ambassador

In 2015, Tom Hiddleston was named the British Film Institute's first official founding ambassador.

2015: Unity Narrator

In 2015, Tom Hiddleston was one of the narrators in the documentary Unity directed by Shaun Monson.

2015: UNICEF Ambassador Trip to South Sudan

In early 2015, Tom Hiddleston, as a UK ambassador of UNICEF, traveled to South Sudan to report on the impact of the civil war on children.

March 2016: Release of I Saw the Light

On 25 March 2016, the film I Saw the Light, starring Tom Hiddleston as Hank Williams, was released by Sony Pictures Classics.

2016: Residence in Belsize Park

As of 2016, Tom Hiddleston resided in the Belsize Park area of north-west London.

2016: The Night Manager

In 2016, Tom Hiddleston appeared as Jonathan Pine in the television mini-series The Night Manager, for which he was nominated for several awards and won a Golden Globe Award.

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2016: Brief Relationship with Taylor Swift

In 2016, Tom Hiddleston briefly dated American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift.

2016: Rear of the Year Title

In 2016, Tom Hiddleston was awarded the male Rear of the Year title, an award recognizing British celebrities with a notable posterior.

2016: Second UNICEF Ambassador Trip to South Sudan

In late 2016, Tom Hiddleston, as a UK ambassador of UNICEF, made a second trip to South Sudan to report on the impact of the ongoing civil war on children.

September 2017: Hamlet at RADA

In September 2017, Tom Hiddleston played the title character in a limited run of William Shakespeare's Hamlet directed by Kenneth Branagh at a 160-seat theater with tickets given out by lottery to raise money for RADA.

November 2017: Thor: Ragnarok Release

In November 2017, Tom Hiddleston reprised his role as Loki in "Thor: Ragnarok." The film was well-received by audiences and critics.

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2017: Debrett's List of Most Influential People

In 2017, Tom Hiddleston appeared on Debrett's list of the most influential people in the United Kingdom.

2017: Kong: Skull Island

In 2017, Tom Hiddleston led the big-budget adventure film Kong: Skull Island.

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2017: Releases of Kong: Skull Island and Thor: Ragnarok

In 2017, Tom Hiddleston starred in both "Kong: Skull Island" and "Thor: Ragnarok" which were released that year.

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February 2018: Donation to Justice and Equality Fund

In February 2018, Tom Hiddleston was named as one of the donators by Justice and Equality Fund, the UK version of the Time's Up initiative.

October 2018: Dickens vs Tolstoy debate

In October 2018 Tom Hiddleston and Zawe Ashton performed at Dickens vs Tolstoy debate for Intelligence Squared.

November 2018: Loki Series Announcement

In November 2018, it was announced that Tom Hiddleston would reprise his role as Loki in the "Loki" series.

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2018: Avengers: Infinity War Release

In 2018, Tom Hiddleston starred in "Avengers: Infinity War", which was released that year.

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2018: Appearances in "Early Man" and "Leading Lady Parts"

In 2018, Tom Hiddleston voiced the villain in Nick Park's animated film "Early Man". Later in 2018, he appeared in the short film "Leading Lady Parts", supporting the Time's Up initiative.

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August 2019: Broadway Debut in Betrayal

In August 2019, Tom Hiddleston made his Broadway debut, reprising the role of Robert in Harold Pinter's "Betrayal." The production transferred to Broadway for a limited engagement at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre and received positive reviews, with Hiddleston earning a Tony Award nomination.

2019: Co-stars in Betrayal

In 2019, Tom Hiddleston and Zawe Ashton co-starred in the revival of Harold Pinter’s play Betrayal.

2019: Avengers: Endgame Release

In 2019, Tom Hiddleston starred in "Avengers: Endgame", which was released that year.

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December 2020: Earth At Night In Color Premiere

In December 2020, Tom Hiddleston narrated "Earth At Night In Color", a nature documentary television series, which premiered on Apple TV+.

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March 2021: Joins The Essex Serpent

In March 2021, Tom Hiddleston joined the cast of the Apple TV+ drama series "The Essex Serpent", based on the novel of the same name by Sarah Perry, playing Reverend Will Ransome.

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April 2021: Earth At Night In Color Season 2 Premiere

In April 2021, the second season of "Earth At Night In Color", narrated by Tom Hiddleston, premiered on Apple TV+.

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June 2021: Loki Series Premiere

In June 2021, Tom Hiddleston reprised his role as Loki in the "Loki" series, which premiered on Disney+.

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July 2021: Voice appearance in The Simpsons short film: The Good, the Bart, and the Loki

In July 2021, Tom Hiddleston voiced Loki in "The Good, the Bart, and the Loki", a short film from The Simpsons on Disney+.

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July 2021: Loki Renewed for Second Season

In July 2021, the "Loki" series, starring Tom Hiddleston, was officially renewed for a second season.

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August 2021: Voices Loki in What If...?

In August 2021, Tom Hiddleston voiced Loki in the animated series "What If...?"

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September 2021: Relationship Public Appearance

In September 2021, Tom Hiddleston and Zawe Ashton made their relationship public when they appeared together at the Tony Awards.

2021: Loki series on Disney+

In 2021, Tom Hiddleston reprised his role as Loki in the Disney+ series Loki, further solidifying his association with the character and the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

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March 2022: Engagement Announcement

In March 2022, Tom Hiddleston and Zawe Ashton announced their engagement.

May 13, 2022: The Essex Serpent Premiere

On May 13, 2022, "The Essex Serpent", starring Tom Hiddleston as Reverend Will Ransome, premiered.

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September 2022: Voice appearance in The Simpsons short film: Welcome to the Club

In September 2022, Tom Hiddleston voiced Loki in "Welcome to the Club", a short film from The Simpsons on Disney+.

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October 2022: Welcomes First Child

In October 2022, Tom Hiddleston and Zawe Ashton welcomed their first child.

June 2023: Soccer Aid for UNICEF

On June 11, 2023, Tom Hiddleston participated in the Soccer Aid lineup for UNICEF's charity match at Old Trafford Stadium.

October 2023: Loki Season 2 Premiere

In October 2023, the second season of "Loki", starring Tom Hiddleston, premiered.

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2023: Continuation of Loki series

In 2023, Tom Hiddleston continued his role as Loki in the Disney+ series Loki, adding to his already well-known character and the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

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2023: Narrates Big Beasts

In 2023, Tom Hiddleston narrated "Big Beasts", a ten-part nature documentary for Apple TV+.

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2024: Narrates Earthsounds

In 2024, Tom Hiddleston narrated "Earthsounds", a 12-episode nature documentary for Apple TV+.

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2024: Stars in The Life of Chuck

In 2024, Tom Hiddleston starred in the movie "The Life of Chuck", which is an adaptation of a Stephen King novella.

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April 2025: Much Ado About Nothing Box Office Record

In April 2025, Tom Hiddleston starred as Benedick in The Jamie Lloyd Company’s production of Shakespeare's "Much Ado About Nothing", which completed a sold-out run at Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, and set a new box office record for a play in the West End.

June 2025: Expecting Second Child

In June 2025, Zawe Ashton revealed that she and Tom Hiddleston are expecting their second child.