This timeline outlines the key events and milestones in David Tennant's early life and educational background.
Birth
April 18, 1971
David Tennant was born David John McDonald in Bathgate, West Lothian, Scotland.
Admission to Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
Age 16
Tennant became one of the youngest students to be admitted to the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland (formerly the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama) in Glasgow.
Name Change
During his training
He changed his name to David Tennant upon joining the actors’ union, inspired by the singer Neil Tennant of the Pet Shop Boys.
