Naveen William Sidney Andrews Biography: Siblings, Parents, Age, Net Worth, Height, Kids, Wife, Movies, Girlfriend, Awards

Naveen William Sidney Andrews, known professionally as Naveen Andrews, is a British-American actor celebrated for his compelling performances across film and television.

He gained widespread recognition for his role as Sayid Jarrah in the acclaimed television series Lost, earning nominations for a Golden Globe and a Primetime Emmy Award, as well as a Screen Actors Guild Award with the cast.

With a career spanning over three decades, Andrews has showcased his versatility in films like The English Patient and The Dropout, establishing himself as a respected figure in the entertainment industry.

Profile

• Full Name: Naveen William Sidney Andrews
• Stage Name: Naveen Andrews
• Born: 17 January 1969
• Age: 56 years old
• Birthplace: Lambeth, London, United Kingdom
• Nationality: British, American
• Occupation: Actor
• Height: 1.75m
• Parents: Stanley Andrews and Nirmala Andrews
• Siblings: Sunil Andrews
• Partners: Geraldine Feakins; (1985–1991); Barbara Hershey; (1998–2009)
• Girlfriends: Elena Eustache (ex)
• Children: Jaisal Andrews, Naveen Joshua Andrews
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $10 million

Early Life and Education

Naveen William Sidney Andrews was born on January 17, 1969, in Lambeth, London, United Kingdom, to Stanley Andrews, a businessman, and Nirmala Andrews, a psychologist, both immigrants from Kerala, India.

He has a younger brother named Sunil Andrews. Andrews attended Earlsfield Junior School and Emanuel School in London, where he faced challenges due to his background.

He later studied acting at the prestigious Guildhall School of Music and Drama, where his classmates included Ewan McGregor and David Thewlis. His ethnicity is Malayali Indian, and he was raised in the Methodist denomination, though his current religious practices are not publicly known.

Career

Naveen William Sidney Andrews began his acting career in the early 1990s after graduating from the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. His screen debut came with the 1991 film London Kills Me, directed by Hanif Kureishi, which marked his entry into the industry.

He gained early recognition for his role as Zaf in the 1992 film Wild West, earning a nomination for Most Promising Newcomer at the Evening Standard Drama Awards.

His role in the 1993 BBC miniseries The Buddha of Suburbia further showcased his talent, earning him a nomination for Best Actor at the San Remo Film Festival and establishing him as a promising actor in British television.

Andrews’ breakthrough came with his role as Kip Singh in the 1996 Oscar-winning film The English Patient, which brought him international attention.

His portrayal of Sayid Jarrah in Lost from 2004 to 2010 became his defining role, earning him critical acclaim, including nominations for a Primetime Emmy and a Golden Globe, and a Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Ensemble in a Drama Series.

During this period, he also appeared in films like Kama Sutra: A Tale of Love, Mighty Joe Young, and Bride and Prejudice, showcasing his ability to navigate diverse genres from historical drama to romantic comedy.

Andrews has continued to build a robust career with roles in television and film, including Jafar in Once Upon a Time in Wonderland, Jonas Maliki in Sense8, and Ramesh “Sunny” Balwani in the 2022 Hulu miniseries The Dropout, which earned him a Hollywood Critics Association nomination.

He lent his voice to the video game Far Cry 4 and starred in the audio drama Star Trek: Khan as Khan Noonien Singh in 2025. His work across genres and platforms highlights his enduring versatility and influence in portraying complex, culturally significant characters.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @naveenxandrews
• Facebook Handle: Unknown
• Twitter Handle: Unknown

Personal Life

Naveen Andrews has had a complex personal life marked by significant relationships and challenges. At 16, he began a relationship with his mathematics teacher, Geraldine Feakins, which lasted from 1985 to 1991 and resulted in the birth of his son, Jaisal Andrews, in 1992.

From 1998 to 2009, he was in a relationship with actress Barbara Hershey, with a brief separation in 2005 during which he had a son, Naveen Joshua Andrews, with Czech-French actress Elena Eustache. Andrews won sole custody of Joshua in 2009 after a legal battle.

Filmography

•   London Kills Me (1991)
•   Wild West (1992)
•   The Buddha of Suburbia (1993)
•   Kama Sutra: A Tale of Love (1996)
•   The English Patient (1996)
•   Mighty Joe Young (1998)
•   Bride and Prejudice (2004)
•   Planet Terror (2007)
•   The Brave One (2007)
•   Diana (2013)
•   The Dropout (2022)

Net Worth

Naveen Andrews has an estimated net worth of $10 million. His wealth primarily comes from his extensive acting career, with significant earnings from his long-running role in Lost, film projects like The English Patient, and recent television work such as The Dropout.