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Louis Patrick James Partridge (born 3 June 2003) is an English actor. He began his career as a child actor, and had minor roles in the fantasy films Pan (2015) and Paddington 2 (2017). He portrayed Piero de' Medici in the historical drama series Medici (2019), and had his breakthrough with the Netflix mystery film Enola Holmes (2020) and its 2022 sequel. Partridge has since portrayed Sid Vicious in the FX miniseries Pistol (2022) and starred in Alfonso Cuarón's thriller series Disclaimer (2024),[1] as well as the historical drama series House of Guinness (2025).

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Early life

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Partridge was born on 3 June 2003 in Wandsworth, London, to James and Liz Partridge.[2] He has an older sister, Issie and a younger sister, Millie.[3]

Partridge attended Dulwich Preparatory School, an all-boys' private school in south east London, and played rugby with Battersea Ironsides Sports Club.[4] He then went to secondary school at Alleyn's School, a co-educational private school in Dulwich, where he was a member of Tyson's House. He completed his A Levels in 2021 with As in French, English, and Film Studies.[5]

Career

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Partridge made his acting debut in a 2014 short film Beneath Water.[6] Partridge also appeared as an extra in Emil and the Detectives at the National Theatre alongside other child actors Seb Sargent and Lucy Hutchinson, a rehearsal attended by Queen Elizabeth II and The Duke of Edinburgh.[7][8][9] Partridge was one of the England mascots at the 2015 Rugby World Cup game against Wales, held at Twickenham Stadium.[4]

Partridge in 2024

Partridge had early minor roles in the films in Pan (2015) and Paddington 2 (2017) and subsequently played Piero de' Medici in the television series Medici (2019).[10] He rose to prominence when he played Viscount Tewkesbury, the love interest of the title character, in Enola Holmes (2020), starring Millie Bobby Brown and Henry Cavill.[11][12] Ella Kemp of Empire termed him "likeable" in his part.[13] He reprised the role in the film's 2022 sequel.[14]

Also in 2022, he was part of the cast of The Lost Girls, playing the immortal boy Peter Pan.[15][16] Partridge was also part of the cast of Danny Boyle's FX miniseries Pistol as the titular band's bassist Sid Vicious.[17][18]

In 2024, Partridge had a cameo in the spy film Argylle as a younger version of the title character played by Henry Cavill.[19] He then had a starring role alongside Cate Blanchett and Kevin Kline in Alfonso Cuarón's thriller miniseries Disclaimer which premiered at the 81st Venice International Film Festival before premiering on Apple TV+ in October 2024.[20]

Partridge will next appear alongside an ensemble cast in Noah Baumbach's film Jay Kelly, led by George Clooney, Adam Sandler, and Laura Dern.[21] He portrays Edward Guinness in the historical drama series House of Guinness from creator Steven Knight.[22]

Personal life

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Partridge dated American actress Sydney Chandler from June 2021 to September 2023 after meeting her on the set of FX's Pistol.[23]

Since October 2023, Partridge has been in a relationship with American singer-songwriter Olivia Rodrigo, who wrote the love song "So American" about him.[24]

Acting credits

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Film

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Year Title Role Notes
2014 Beneath Water Felix Short film
About a Dog Young Gal Short film
2015 Pan Lost Boy Miner
2016 Second Skin Nature Boy Short film
2017 Amazon Adventure Young Henry Bates
Paddington 2 G-Man
2019 Breck's Last Game Breck Bednar Short film
2020 Enola Holmes Viscount Tewkesbury
2022 The Lost Girls Peter Pan
Enola Holmes 2 Viscount Tewkesbury
2024 Argylle Young Aubrey Argylle
2025 Jay Kelly Young Timothy
TBA Enola Holmes 3 Viscount Tewkesbury Post-production

Television

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Year Title Role Notes
2014 Boomers Alf Episode: "Joyce's Retirement Party"
2019 Medici Piero de' Medici 4 episodes
2022 Pistol Sid Vicious Television miniseries
2024 Disclaimer Jonathan Brigstocke Television miniseries
2025 House of Guinness Edward Guinness 8 episodes
TBA Pride and Prejudice George Wickham Television miniseries

Theatre

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Year Title Role Theatre
2013 Emil and the Detectives Team Sherlock National Theatre

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Louis Partridge (born 3 June 2003) is an English actor known for his breakout role as Viscount Tewkesbury in the Netflix mystery films Enola Holmes (2020) and its sequel (2022), as well as portraying punk rocker Sid Vicious in the FX miniseries Pistol (2022). Born in London to British parents, Partridge began his acting career as a child, appearing in minor roles such as a young miner in the fantasy adventure Pan (2015) and the school bully G-Man in the family comedy Paddington 2 (2017). He gained further experience with early television appearances, including the BBC sitcom Boomers (2014) and the short film Second Skin (2016), before landing his first significant series role as Piero de' Medici in the historical drama Medici (2019). Partridge's career accelerated with Enola Holmes, where he starred opposite Millie Bobby Brown as the romantic interest in a Victorian-era adventure, earning praise for his charismatic performance. His portrayal of the volatile Sid Vicious in Pistol, Danny Boyle's dramatization of the Sex Pistols' rise, showcased his ability to tackle intense, biographical characters. In 2024, he appeared in Alfonso Cuarón's psychological thriller series Disclaimer on Apple TV+, playing a pivotal role alongside Cate Blanchett, which premiered at the Venice Film Festival. More recently, Partridge led the historical drama House of Guinness (2025), portraying Edward Guinness, the youngest son of , in a saga about the iconic brewing family's legacy, marking his largest role to date. He also appeared as Young Timothy in the comedy-drama Jay Kelly (2025). He has also joined the cast of 's upcoming adaptation of Jane Austen's , directed by , in the role of the charming but unscrupulous Mr. Wickham. Additionally, he is set to reprise in the third Enola Holmes installment. Beyond acting, Partridge has modeled for , appearing in their 2025 holiday campaign, and completed his A-levels in 2021 with strong grades in English, French, and . In his personal life, he has been in a relationship with American singer since late 2023.

Early life

Family background

Louis Partridge was born on 3 June 2003 in , , . He grew up in the nearby area, where his family provided a supportive and grounded home environment. His parents are James Partridge, a former who transitioned to a in graduate recruitment, and Liz Partridge, an accountant who paused her professional work to raise the family and now volunteers with the wildlife charity Helping Rhinos. The household had no connections to the entertainment industry, fostering a typical middle-class upbringing focused on everyday activities like , , and rugby rather than . Partridge is the of three siblings, with an older named Isabella, known as "Issie," and a younger named Millie. He has reflected on the dynamics of being the , once viewing himself as an "annoying brat" but now embracing the role of a reliable brother who maintains close bonds with his sisters. Despite lacking familial ties to acting, his parents encouraged Partridge's early interest in , offering unwavering support as he began exploring performance from a young age. This encouragement helped nurture his passion without the pressures of industry insider expectations.

Education

Louis Partridge began his formal education at Preparatory School, an independent all-boys school in , where he completed his primary studies. At age 11, he progressed to , an independent co-educational institution in , , known for its emphasis on the arts, where he remained until age 18. During his time there, Partridge participated in school productions, including a role as in a production of , which ignited his early interest in performing. He balanced these activities with academics and extracurriculars such as rugby, without pursuing formal training or professional acting commitments at the time. Partridge completed his A-levels in 2021, studying French, English, and , and achieving A* grades in English and French, and an A in ; he finished the examinations remotely via Zoom while preparing for an acting role. These choices reflected his burgeoning passion for cinema and languages, allowing him to maintain focus on education before transitioning to a full-time career in .

Career

Early roles (2014–2019)

Partridge made his professional acting debut at the age of 11 in the 2014 short film Beneath Water, directed by Charlie Manton, where he appeared in a minor supporting capacity alongside Louisa Connolly-Burnham. That same year, he secured his first television role as Alf in an episode of the BBC sitcom Boomers, marking his entry into broadcast work while still navigating the uncertainties of child performance. These initial forays, often in low-budget shorts and episodic TV, allowed him to build foundational experience amid sporadic auditions typical of London-based youth productions. In 2015, Partridge gained his first exposure to a major studio production with a minor, uncredited role as a miner boy in the fantasy adventure Pan, directed by and starring , which introduced him to large-scale ensemble dynamics on set. In 2016, he appeared in the short film Second Skin, directed by Charlie Manton, playing the role of Nature Boy. By 2017, he appeared in two family-oriented films: as the school antagonist G-Man in the ensemble comedy , contributing to its widespread visibility as a blockbuster hit, and as young Henry Bates in the IMAX biographical short Amazon Adventure, portraying the early life of the naturalist explorer. These roles, though supporting, highlighted his versatility in both live-action and narrative-driven projects. This culminated in 2019 with his first substantial television supporting role as Piero de' Medici in the historical drama series Medici: The Magnificent, opposite , offering deeper character exploration in a period piece.

Breakthrough and major projects (2020–present)

Partridge's breakthrough came with his role as Viscount , the young marquess and love interest to the titular , in the Netflix film Enola Holmes (2020), directed by . The performance, opposite , marked his transition from child actor to a rising star, garnering international attention through the streaming platform's global reach and contributing to the film's 158 million viewing hours in its first month. He reprised the character in the sequel (2022), where Tewkesbury evolves into a more assertive political figure, further solidifying Partridge's on-screen chemistry with Brown and expanding his fanbase amid the franchise's success. In 2022, Partridge portrayed punk bassist Sid Vicious in the FX/Hulu miniseries Pistol, directed by Danny Boyle, which chronicled the rise and fall of the Sex Pistols. To prepare, he attended a two-month "band camp" to embody the anarchic spirit of the punk movement, earning acclaim for capturing Vicious's chaotic energy and vulnerability in the musician's tragic arc. The role introduced ties to the music scene, as Partridge immersed himself in 1970s punk culture, including interactions with surviving band members, and the series highlighted his ability to channel raw rebellion. Partridge showcased his dramatic range as Jonathan, a young man whose death unravels the life of a documentary filmmaker, in the 2024 Apple TV+ limited series , directed by and starring as his mother. The allowed him to explore themes of guilt and deception in a non-linear , with critics noting his nuanced performance as a pivotal element in the ensemble-driven story. In 2025, Partridge took on the role of Edward Cecil Guinness, the ambitious and rebellious heir in the historical drama House of Guinness, an eight-episode series depicting the 19th-century power struggles within the brewing dynasty following the death of . Portrayed as a restless figure tempted by , the character draws from the real Edward Cecil Guinness, 1st Earl of Iveagh, and Partridge's interpretation emphasizes the family's internal conflicts in and New York. Among his upcoming projects, Partridge appears in Noah Baumbach's Jay Kelly (2025), a Netflix comedy-drama starring George Clooney as a self-absorbed on a journey of discovery, with Partridge in a supporting role alongside . He is set to reprise in the third Enola Holmes film (TBA), now in post-production after wrapping earlier in 2025. Additionally, Partridge will play the charming yet unscrupulous in 's adaptation of Jane Austen's (TBA), a six-episode series currently filming in the UK. From supporting roles in fare to leading parts in prestige television and film, Partridge's career has evolved into that of a versatile , with critical acclaim for his adaptability across genres from mystery and punk biopic to and . Streaming platforms like have amplified his visibility, propelling projects like Enola Holmes and House of Guinness to wide audiences and enabling high-profile collaborations that underscore his growing impact.

Modeling work

Partridge's modeling career began in the early 2020s, with his runway debut for during the Men's Fall/Winter 2022/2023 show in January 2022. He continued walking for the brand at subsequent events, including the Spring/Summer 2023 menswear show in June 2023. These appearances marked his entry into high fashion, building on his rising profile from acting roles. In 2023, Partridge featured prominently in Prada's advertising campaigns, starting with the Spring/Summer 2023 collection alongside actors like Letitia Wright and Hunter Schafer, photographed in a cinematic style by Willy Vanderperre. Later that year, he starred in the Prada Holiday 2023 campaign, emphasizing festive and narrative themes. By 2024, he was officially recognized as a Prada ambassador, appearing in the Spring/Summer 2025 menswear campaign, which highlighted innovative silhouettes and was unveiled during Milan Fashion Week in June 2024. This role extended to the Prada Holiday 2024 campaign, where he joined Maya Hawke, Karina, and Kelvin Harrison Jr. in images capturing animated, holiday-inspired moments shot by Willy Vanderperre. Partridge's ambassadorial work continued into 2025 with the Holiday 2025 campaign, described as a "winter's tale" with panoramic, cinematic visuals directed by and . He attended key shows at , including the Fall/Winter 2024/2025 presentation in January 2024 and the Autumn/Winter 2025 event in January 2025, often in the front row to support the collections. Beyond runway and campaigns, he appeared in high-profile editorials, such as a 2024 British feature wearing Fall/Winter 2024 looks, photographed by . Additional spreads included a April 2024 editorial by Jen Carey and an October 2024 Hommes Italia magazine cover. His modeling engagements often intersected with acting promotions, such as donning a '90s-inspired for the premiere of in August 2024, evoking classic heartthrob aesthetics. Partridge also shared behind-the-scenes glimpses of preparing for events, like and an Spritz before the Spring/Summer 2025 menswear show, as documented in a Vogue diary. These ventures have solidified his presence in luxury fashion, complementing his on-screen career with a polished global image.

Filmography

Film

YearTitleRoleNotes
2014Beneath WaterFelixShort film; lead role.
2015PanMinerFeature film; minor role as a lost boy miner.
2016Second SkinNature BoyShort film.
2017Amazon AdventureYoung Henry BatesFeature film; dramatized role in biographical adventure.
2017Paddington 2G-ManFeature film; minor role as a school peer.
2019Breck's Last GameBreck BednarShort film based on true events.
2020Enola HolmesViscount TewkesburyFeature film; breakthrough role opposite Millie Bobby Brown.
2022The Lost GirlsPeter PanFeature film; lead role in fantasy drama.
2022Enola Holmes 2Viscount TewkesburyFeature film; reprise of breakthrough role.
2024ArgylleAubrey ArgylleFeature film; supporting role in spy comedy.
2025Jay KellyYoung TimothyFeature film; significant supporting role in coming-of-age comedy-drama.
TBAEnola Holmes 3Viscount TewkesburyFeature film; reprise role, in production since 2025.

Television

Partridge began his television career with a supporting role in the series Medici, portraying Piero de' Medici in two episodes of season 3, which aired on .
YearTitleRoleNotes
2019MediciPiero de' Medici2 episodes; series
2022PistolMiniseries, 5 episodes; FX on
2024DisclaimerJonathan Brigstocke7 episodes; Apple TV+ miniseries
2025House of GuinnessEdward Guinness8 episodes; series
TBAMr. Wickham series; announced 2025.

Theatre

Partridge's theatre credits are limited, with his sole professional stage appearance occurring early in his career. In 2013, at the age of 10, he performed as a (an extra role without lines) in the National Theatre's production of , adapted by Carl Miller from Erich Kästner's novel and directed by Bijan Sheibani at the Olivier Theatre in . This West End production marked his introduction to live performance, though he has not taken on additional theatre roles as of 2025.

Personal life

Relationships

Partridge began a romantic relationship with American actress Sydney Chandler in mid-2021, having met on the set of the FX miniseries Pistol, where they portrayed bandmates Sid Vicious and Chrissie Hynde, respectively. The pair went public with their romance in September 2022, appearing together at the Don't Worry Darling premiere in London. Their relationship ended amicably in August 2023 after approximately two years together, with no public statements from either party regarding the split. In October 2023, Partridge started dating American singer , with the couple first spotted displaying affection during a walk in . They confirmed their relationship publicly in December 2023 with a kiss outside a restaurant. As of November 2025, the relationship remains ongoing, marked by joint appearances at events including the 2025 . There have been no reports of children or engagements. Despite the high-profile nature of his partners, Partridge has expressed a strong preference for maintaining privacy in his , stating in a 2025 that he and aim to keep their romance "out of the spotlight" to protect their bond. Their relationships have attracted significant tabloid coverage and media speculation, including unfounded "nepo baby" rumors suggesting familial industry connections, which have been debunked as Partridge's parents, James and , are not celebrities—his father once aspired to act but pursued a different career. This scrutiny has occasionally influenced perceptions of his public image but has not deterred his focus on professional endeavors.

Public image

Louis Partridge gained widespread recognition as a rising heartthrob following his portrayal of the charming Viscount Tewkesbury in the 2020 film Enola Holmes, a role that propelled him into global attention at age 17. Profiles often highlight his Gemini zodiac sign—born on June 3, 2003—noting traits like outgoing intelligence and quick wit that align with his affable on-screen persona. Partridge maintains an active yet understated presence on social media, particularly under the handle @louispartridge_, where he has amassed over 9 million followers as of late 2025, sharing glimpses of career projects and low-key personal moments. He has expressed skepticism toward the platform, viewing follower counts as a "weird little trophy" rather than a measure of success, and focuses posts on professional teases while avoiding oversharing. Amid growing fame, Partridge advocates strongly for privacy, granting rare interviews that emphasize his work over personal details and citing the "sanctity" of keeping relationships out of the public eye to avoid undue pressure. This stance has shaped media narratives around him, including the affectionate "golden retriever boyfriend" moniker—evoking loyalty and warmth—stemming from coverage of his relationship with Olivia Rodrigo, which briefly fueled his image as an approachable romantic lead without deeper personal disclosures. He remains grounded by living with family in London and prioritizing normalcy, such as casual outings, despite occasional paparazzi encounters. As a representative of contemporary British youth in international media, Partridge embodies a fresh, relatable through his roles and off-screen demeanor, bridging everyday authenticity with Hollywood appeal. His status as a fashion icon is solidified by his ambassadorship for , highlighted in high-profile 2025 appearances like the brand's Holiday Campaign—featuring a cinematic winter journey—and his debut at the in custom Prada attire. Estimates place his at approximately $2–3 million in 2025, derived from acting, modeling, and endorsements.

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