Born on October 11, 1969, in Brentwood, Essex, England, he is an accomplished actor and producer. He gained widespread recognition for his role as vampire Bill Compton in the TV series "True Blood," which aired from 2008 to 2014. Before his television fame, he honed his craft on stage and appeared in several British TV productions. He is also known for roles in films such as "Priest" and "The Double." Beyond acting, he has directed and produced various projects and is married to actress Anna Paquin.