February 1981: Birth of Tom Hiddleston
Tom Hiddleston was born in February 1981 in the Westminster district of London.
1994: Publication of "Hank Williams: The Biography"
This year marked the publication of Colin Escott's biography, "Hank Williams: The Biography," which served as the source material for the 2015 film "I Saw the Light," starring Tom Hiddleston.
1999: Stage Debut in "Journey's End"
Tom Hiddleston began his acting career on stage with his debut performance in "Journey's End" in 1999.
2001: Early Television Roles
While still a student, Hiddleston began his television career with roles in "Nicholas Nickleby" and "Conspiracy" in 2001.
2005: Graduation from RADA
Tom Hiddleston graduated from the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) in 2005.
2006: First Film Role and Stage Performances
After graduating from RADA, Hiddleston landed his first film role in "Unrelated" (2006) and appeared in stage productions like "The Changeling."
2007: Film Debut in "Unrelated"
Tom Hiddleston made his film debut in Joanna Hogg's "Unrelated" in 2007.
2007: West End Debut in "Cymbeline"
In 2007, Hiddleston made his West End debut in a production of "Cymbeline."
2007: Unrelated Release
"Unrelated," one of Tom Hiddleston's critically acclaimed films, was released in 2007.
2008: Performances in "Ivanov" and "Othello"
Hiddleston appeared in West End productions of "Ivanov" and "Othello" in 2008.
2008: Stage Appearances and Olivier Award Nomination
In 2008, Hiddleston had notable stage appearances in "Othello" and "Ivanov," receiving an Olivier Award nomination for his role in "Othello."
2008: Relationship with Susannah Fielding Begins
Tom Hiddleston began dating actress Susannah Fielding in 2008, whom he met while working on "Wallander."
2009: Role in "Return to Cranford"
Tom Hiddleston appeared as William Buxton in the BBC drama series "Return to Cranford" in 2009.
November 2010: Performance in "The Children's Monologues"
Hiddleston participated in a one-time production of "The Children's Monologues" in November 2010, a benefit event featuring adapted stories of children's experiences.
2010: Collaboration with Joanna Hogg in "Archipelago"
Hiddleston starred in Joanna Hogg's second feature film, "Archipelago," in 2010.
2010: Archipelago Release
Tom Hiddleston starred in "Archipelago," another critically acclaimed film, released in 2010.
2011: Relationship with Susannah Fielding Ends
Tom Hiddleston and Susannah Fielding's relationship came to an end in 2011.
2011: Tom Hiddleston's Breakthrough with "Thor"
In 2011, Tom Hiddleston gained international recognition for his portrayal of Loki in Marvel Studios' "Thor." This marked a turning point in his career.
2011: Thor and Midnight in Paris Release
2011 marked the release of two significant films for Tom Hiddleston: "Thor" and "Midnight in Paris."
2012: Performance in "The Hollow Crown"
Hiddleston appeared in the BBC series "The Hollow Crown" in 2012, playing the roles of Henry IV and Henry V.
2012: Appearance in "The Deep Blue Sea"
Tom Hiddleston appeared in Terence Davies' film "The Deep Blue Sea" in 2012.
2012: Hiddleston's Return as Loki and Stage Debut
Tom Hiddleston reprised his role as Loki in "The Avengers" in 2012. He also made his mark on stage in the BBC Two series "The Hollow Crown" as Prince Hal and later as King Henry V in "Henry V." Additionally, he contributed his voice to poetry readings for "iF Poems" and "The Love Book" on iTunes.
2012: The Avengers Release
Tom Hiddleston reprised his role as Loki in "The Avengers," released in 2012.
December 2013: Hiddleston's Stage Return in "Coriolanus"
Tom Hiddleston took on the title role in William Shakespeare's "Coriolanus" at the Donmar Warehouse in Covent Garden, directed by Josie Rourke. His performance, which began in December 2013, was met with critical acclaim.
2013: Lead Role in "Coriolanus"
Tom Hiddleston starred as the title character in a production of "Coriolanus" from 2013 to 2014.
2013: Hiddleston's Ventures into Marvel and Indie Cinema
In 2013, Hiddleston continued his role as Loki in "Thor: The Dark World" and explored a different genre as a vampire in Jim Jarmusch's "Only Lovers Left Alive" alongside Tilda Swinton and Mia Wasikowska.
2013: Role in "Only Lovers Left Alive"
Hiddleston starred in Jim Jarmusch's romantic vampire film "Only Lovers Left Alive" in 2013.
2013: UNICEF Advocacy in Guinea
As a UK ambassador for UNICEF, Tom Hiddleston travelled to Guinea in early 2013 to advocate for increased awareness about hunger and malnutrition.
2013: Only Lovers Left Alive Release
"Only Lovers Left Alive," a critically acclaimed film starring Tom Hiddleston, premiered in 2013.
January 2014: "Coriolanus" Live Broadcast and "Muppets Most Wanted" Cameo
On January 2014, Hiddleston's performance in "Coriolanus" was broadcast live internationally. He also made a cameo appearance as the Great Escapo in the film "Muppets Most Wanted."
January 2014: Hiddleston Becomes Jaguar Cars Spokesperson
Tom Hiddleston became the face of Jaguar Cars' "Good to be Bad" ad campaign. His first commercial, "Rendezvous," premiered during the 2014 Super Bowl, featuring other British actors like Mark Strong and Ben Kingsley. Later that year, he starred in another commercial titled "The Art of Villainy" to promote the Jaguar F-Type coupe.
February 2014: Hiddleston Begins Filming "Crimson Peak"
Tom Hiddleston began filming for the gothic horror film "Crimson Peak," directed by Guillermo del Toro, in February 2014.
February 2014: Hiddleston's "Coriolanus" Concludes
Tom Hiddleston concluded his run in "Coriolanus" at the Donmar Warehouse in February 2014.
June 2014: Hiddleston Cast as Hank Williams
It was announced in June 2014 that Tom Hiddleston would portray Hank Williams in the biopic "I Saw the Light."
October 2015: "Crimson Peak" Released
"Crimson Peak," starring Tom Hiddleston, was released in October 2015.
2015: UNICEF Advocacy in South Sudan
Tom Hiddleston's work with UNICEF took him to South Sudan in early 2015, where he reported on the impact of the civil war on children.
2015: Hiddleston Films "The Night Manager"
Tom Hiddleston filmed the television miniseries "The Night Manager," based on John le Carré's novel, alongside Hugh Laurie. His portrayal of Jonathan Pine was met with wide praise.
2015: BFI Founding Ambassador
Tom Hiddleston's contributions to film were acknowledged in 2015 when he was named the British Film Institute's first official founding ambassador.
2015: "I Saw the Light" Premieres at TIFF
The Hank Williams biopic "I Saw the Light," starring Tom Hiddleston, premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival.
2015: Performance in "Crimson Peak"
In 2015, Hiddleston starred in Guillermo del Toro's "Crimson Peak."
March 2016: "I Saw the Light" Released
"I Saw the Light," starring Tom Hiddleston as Hank Williams, premiered in 2015 and saw its wide release in March 2016. Despite mixed reviews for the film, Hiddleston's performance garnered critical acclaim.
2016: Residence in Belsize Park
As of 2016, Tom Hiddleston resided in the Belsize Park neighborhood of north-west London.
2016: Lead Role and Production in "The Night Manager"
In 2016, Tom Hiddleston starred in and executive-produced the AMC/BBC limited series "The Night Manager."
2016: Rear of the Year Award
In a lighthearted moment in 2016, Tom Hiddleston was awarded the "Rear of the Year" title, an accolade recognizing a notable posterior.
2016: Return to South Sudan with UNICEF
Tom Hiddleston returned to South Sudan with UNICEF in late 2016 to continue reporting on the effects of the civil war on children.
2016: Brief Relationship with Taylor Swift
Tom Hiddleston was briefly romantically linked with singer-songwriter Taylor Swift in 2016.
2016: "The Night Manager" Premieres, Hiddleston Earns Accolades
"The Night Manager" premiered, showcasing Tom Hiddleston's critically acclaimed performance as Jonathan Pine. He received numerous award nominations, including two Primetime Emmy Awards, and won a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor.
September 2017: Hiddleston Takes on "Hamlet" on Stage
Tom Hiddleston returned to the stage in September 2017, taking on the titular role in William Shakespeare's "Hamlet." The production, directed by Kenneth Branagh, ran for a limited time at a small theater in London, with tickets distributed through a lottery system to support RADA. His performance received high praise from critics.
November 2017: "Thor: Ragnarok" Released
Tom Hiddleston reprised his role as Loki in "Thor: Ragnarok," released in November 2017.
2017: Kong: Skull Island and Thor: Ragnarok Release
Tom Hiddleston starred in two successful films released in 2017: "Kong: Skull Island" and "Thor: Ragnarok."
2017: Lead Role in "Kong: Skull Island"
Tom Hiddleston had his first leading role in a big-budget film outside the MCU in "Kong: Skull Island" in 2017.
2017: Debrett's List and Rear of the Year
Tom Hiddleston's influence was recognized in 2017 when he appeared on Debrett's list of the most influential people in the UK. That same year, he was also awarded the lighthearted title of "Rear of the Year."
February 2018: Justice and Equality Fund Supporter
In February 2018, Tom Hiddleston was recognized as a donor to the Justice and Equality Fund, the UK's counterpart to the Time's Up movement.
November 2018: Hiddleston to Reprise Role for "Loki" Series
It was announced in November 2018 that Tom Hiddleston would be reprising his role as Loki in a new series for Disney+.
2018: Hiddleston in "Avengers" Films and Other Projects
Tom Hiddleston continued his role as Loki in "Avengers: Infinity War" and "Avengers: Endgame." He also lent his voice to the animated film "Early Man" and appeared in the short film "Leading Lady Parts" in support of the Time's Up initiative.
2018: Avengers: Infinity War Release
Tom Hiddleston continued his role as Loki in "Avengers: Infinity War," which was released in 2018.
August 2019: Hiddleston Makes Broadway Debut in "Betrayal"
Tom Hiddleston made his Broadway debut in August 2019, reprising his role as Robert in "Betrayal" at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre. His performance earned him critical acclaim, including a Tony Award nomination for Best Actor in a Play.
2019: Avengers: Endgame Release
"Avengers: Endgame," featuring Tom Hiddleston as Loki, hit theaters in 2019.
2019: Broadway Debut in "Betrayal"
In 2019, Hiddleston made his Broadway debut in a revival of Harold Pinter's "Betrayal."
February 2020: New Projects Announced
February 2020 brought news of Tom Hiddleston's involvement in several projects, including the Netflix series "White Stork" and potential roles in a second season of "The Night Manager" and adaptations of "Hard Boiled" and "Richard II."
March 2021: The Essex Serpent Casting Announcement
In March 2021, it was revealed that Tom Hiddleston would be joining the cast of the Apple TV+ series "The Essex Serpent."
June 2021: "Loki" Premieres on Disney+
The highly anticipated Disney+ series "Loki," with Tom Hiddleston reprising his role, premiered in June 2021 to positive reviews.
July 2021: The Good, the Bart, and the Loki Release
July 2021 saw the release of "The Good, the Bart, and the Loki," a Simpsons short film on Disney+ featuring Tom Hiddleston's voice.
July 2021: "Loki" Renewed for Season Two, Hiddleston Earns Accolades
Following its success and critical acclaim, "Loki" was renewed for a second season in July 2021. Tom Hiddleston's performance as the God of Mischief earned him significant praise, including being named "Performer of the Week" by TVLine.
August 2021: What If...? Voice Role
Tom Hiddleston lent his voice to the animated series "What If...?" as Loki in August 2021.
2021: "Loki" Series Premiere
Tom Hiddleston continued his role as Loki in the Disney+ series "Loki," which premiered in 2021.
April 2022: The White Darkness Announcement
April 2022 marked the announcement of Tom Hiddleston starring in and executive producing "The White Darkness," an Apple TV+ limited series.
May 13, 2022: The Essex Serpent Premiere
On May 13, 2022, "The Essex Serpent," an Apple TV+ drama series starring Tom Hiddleston as Reverend Will Ransome, premiered.
September 2022: Welcome to the Club Release
Tom Hiddleston reprised his voice role as Loki in "Welcome to the Club," another Simpsons short film released on Disney+ in September 2022.
October 2022: Loki Wax Figure Unveiling
Madame Tussauds New York unveiled a wax figure of Loki in October 2022, inspired by Tom Hiddleston's performance in "The Avengers."
May 2023: The Life of Chuck Announcement
In May 2023, it was announced that Tom Hiddleston would be starring in "The Life of Chuck," a film adaptation of a Stephen King novella.
June 2023: Soccer Aid Participation
Tom Hiddleston participated in the Soccer Aid charity match at Old Trafford Stadium on June 11, 2023, joining other celebrities in support of UNICEF.
October 2023: Season Two of "Loki" Premieres
The second season of the Disney+ series "Loki," starring Tom Hiddleston, premiered in October 2023.