Stuart Wells
Stuart Wells | |
|---|---|
| Born | 18 September 1982 Wallsend, England |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, soldier |
| Years active | 1999–2003 |
Stuart Wells (born 18 September 1982) is an English actor. He is best known for his role as Michael in the film Billy Elliot (2000). Wells was aged 18 at the time of filming, but he portrayed an 11-year-old.
In 2001, Wells quit acting to join the British Army's 1st Battalion, Royal Regiment of Fusiliers.[1] He left the Army in 2008 with the rank of corporal after serving three operational tours, including two in Iraq.
Personal life
Wells is engaged to Christine, with whom he has a daughter, Hannah-May. They live in Newcastle upon Tyne.
Wells' brother, John, is also a member of the British Army.[1]
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Billy Elliot | Michael Caffrey |
References
- ^ a b "Army life for Billy Elliot actor" - BBC News, 17 December 2001
External links
- Stuart Wells at IMDb