Lorne MacFadyen Bio: Age, Height, Partner, Movies, TV Shows, Net Worth, Parents

Lorne MacFadyen is a prominent Scottish actor known for his compelling performances in television dramas, historical films, and thrillers.

Originally from the Isle of Skye, he has built a career portraying intense, layered characters in acclaimed series like Vigil, Malpractice, Starstruck, and Outlaw King, blending authenticity with emotional depth in British and international productions.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Lorne MacFadyen
• Stage Name: Lorne MacFadyen
• Born: May 27, 1990
• Age: 35 years old
• Birthplace: Isle of Skye, Inner Hebrides, Scotland, United Kingdom
• Nationality: British
• Ethnicity: Caucasian
• Occupation: Actor
• Height: 188 cm
• Religion: Christianity
• Parents: Jeremy MacFadyen and Jessica MacFadyen
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Unknown
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $3 million USD

Early Life and Education

Lorne MacFadyen was born on May 27, 1990, in Isle of Skye, Inner Hebrides, Scotland, United Kingdom. He was brought up by his parents, Jeremy MacFadyen and Jessica MacFadyen, in a quiet island community with a small population.

He grew up in a family environment on Skye, known for its natural beauty but limited opportunities, which influenced his early interest in performing arts. Details about siblings are not publicly available.

He studied media initially before pursuing acting training. He graduated from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland in 2015 with a focus on drama and acting. His ethnicity is Caucasian, and his religion is Christianity.

Career

Lorne MacFadyen began his professional acting career in 2011 with a short film A Cuillin Rising. He appeared in early projects like Electric Man (2011) and The Angels’ Share (2012). He gained notice in Tina & Bobby (2017) as footballer Bobby Moore.

He starred in major films including Outlaw King (2018) as Neil MacKay, Operation Mincemeat (2021) as Sgt Roger Dearborn/Glyndwr Michael, and Words of War (2025) as Leo.

On television, he portrayed Phil Wilkinson in Grantchester, Doward in Vigil (2021), Tom Edwards in Malpractice (2023), Liam in Starstruck (2023), and roles in The Lazarus Project, SAS: Rogue Heroes, Pistol, and The Level.

He has worked with directors like John Madden and in series from BBC, ITV, and Netflix. His career emphasizes historical dramas, thrillers, and character-driven stories, with consistent presence in British television and film.

Social Media

• Lorne MacFadyen does not have social media accounts.

Personal Life

Lorne MacFadyen is 35 years old and his height is 188 cm. He is in a relationship with actress Niamh Algar since around 2021, publicly announced through shared appearances and social media. They have no children.

No past relationships are widely publicly detailed. He maintains a private personal life, often focusing on his career, outdoor activities from his Skye upbringing, and creative collaborations.

Net Worth

Lorne MacFadyen‘s net worth is estimated at $3 million USD. His income primarily comes from acting roles in television series such as Vigil, Malpractice, Starstruck, Grantchester, and The Lazarus Project; feature films including Outlaw King, Operation Mincemeat, and Words of War; residuals and royalties from streaming platforms like BBC iPlayer, Netflix, and ITV; theater and audio drama work; and occasional guest or supporting appearances in high-profile British productions.

Filmography

• A Cuillin Rising (Short Film, 2011)
• Electric Man (Film, 2011)
• The Angels’ Share (Film, 2012)
• Tina & Bobby (TV Mini-Series, Bobby Moore, 2017)
• Outlaw King (Film, Neil MacKay, 2018)
• Operation Mincemeat (Film, Sgt Roger Dearborn/Glyndwr Michael, 2021)
• Vigil (TV Series, Doward, 2021)
• Starstruck (TV Series, Liam, 2023)
• Malpractice (TV Series, Tom Edwards, 2023)
• Words of War (Film, Leo, 2025)
• The Lazarus Project (TV Series, Cormac)
• SAS: Rogue Heroes (TV Series)
• Pistol (TV Series)