Josh Bolt Biography: Net Worth, Awards, Wife, Age, Height, Parents, Movies & TV Shows, Nationality

Joshua Ryan “Josh” Bolt is an English actor best known for his performances in Last Tango in Halifax, Benidorm, Just Henry, and Nowhere Boy.

He first gained recognition for his leading role in The Be All and End All (2009), which earned him a nomination for Most Promising Newcomer at the British Independent Film Awards.

Bolt has since built a successful career in British television and film, appearing in acclaimed productions such as Catch-22, Masters of the Air, Anthony, and Ellis.

Early Life and Education

Josh Bolt was born on May 2, 1994, in Liverpool, Merseyside, England, to Mr. and Mrs. Bolt.

He was raised in Halewood and later in Hunts Cross, where he discovered his passion for acting at an early age.

There is no information about his siblings. A drama teacher encouraged him to audition for a production of Much Ado About Nothing at the Liverpool Playhouse, where he made his stage debut at the age of 12.

He later attended Halewood College, but left six months into his A-level studies to pursue acting as a full-time career. He also trained at YULA Drama School, where he further developed his acting skills.

Career

Josh Bolt began his professional acting career with small television roles, including appearances in Shameless, before making his feature film debut in The Be All and End All (2009).

His moving performance as Robbie Wallace earned him a nomination for Most Promising Newcomer at the British Independent Film Awards, bringing him early recognition within the British film industry.

He also portrayed Pete Shotton in Nowhere Boy, a biographical drama based on the early life of John Lennon.

In 2011, Bolt starred in the television drama Just Henry, where he played the title character. He later became widely known for portraying Raff Greenwood in the award-winning BBC drama Last Tango in Halifax, appearing throughout the series from 2012 to 2020.

He also won audiences with his role as Rob Dawson in the ITV comedy Benidorm. His later television credits include Grantchester, Catch-22, Anthony, Masters of the Air, Brassic, Ludwig, and Ellis, demonstrating his versatility across comedy, drama, and historical productions.

Awards and Nominations

• British Independent Film Awards – Most Promising Newcomer for The Be All and End All (Nominee).
• Part of the cast of Last Tango in Halifax, which won the BAFTA Television Award for Best Drama Series.
• Recognized as one of IMDb’s Rising Teenage Stars in 2012.

Social Media

He does not have a social media account.

Personal Life

Josh Bolt, 32 years old, stands 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm) tall. He is currently single and does not have any children.

He currently lives in England, where he continues to work in television and film. There is no information about his past relationships.

Josh Bolt enjoys football, hiking, travelling, and spending holidays with family and close friends.

In 2021, he organized a charity climb of Ben Nevis to raise money for mental health and homelessness charities in memory of the 96 victims of the Hillsborough disaster.

Net Worth

Josh Bolt has a net worth of $2 million USD. His income comes from acting in television dramas, films, stage productions, commercial appearances, and other entertainment-related projects.

His long-running roles in Last Tango in Halifax and Benidorm, together with appearances in internationally acclaimed productions, have contributed significantly to his career and financial success.

Filmography

Film

• The Be All and End All (2009)
• Nowhere Boy (2009)
• Heart of Nowhere (2013)
• A Good Woman Is Hard to Find (2019)
• Anthony (2020)

Television

• Just Henry (2011)
• Shameless (2012)
• Accused (2012)
• Last Tango in Halifax (2012–2020)
• Lewis (2013)
• The Crash (2013)
• Scott & Bailey (2013)
• Harry Price: Ghost Hunter (2015)
• Grantchester (2016)
• Benidorm (2016–2018)
• Barbarians Rising (2016)
• Catch-22 (2019)
• Masters of the Air (2024)
• Brassic (2024)
• Ludwig (2024)
• Ellis (2024)