Oliver Chris Biography: Partner, Age, Height, Net Worth, Parents, Movies & TV Shows, Kids

Oliver Graham Chris also known as Oliver Chris is an English actor, writer, and playwright best known for his roles as Ricky Howard in The Office, Boyce in Green Wing, Freddy in Trying, James Vereker in Rivals, and for his acclaimed stage performances in One Man, Two Guvnors and King Charles III.

He has established himself as one of Britain’s most respected stage and television actors, earning an Olivier Award nomination for his theatrical work.

Oliver Chris
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Oliver Graham Chris
Stage Name:	Oliver Chris
Born:	November 7, 1978 (age 47 years old)
Place of Birth:	Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent, England
Nationality:	British
Ethnicity:	White (English with Ukrainian-Jewish ancestry)
Height:	6 feet 4 inches (193 cm)
Religion:	Christianity
Parents:	Mr and Mrs Chris
Spouse:	Kate Phillips
Relationship:	Dating
Children:	One daughter
Occupation:	Actor, Writer, Playwright
Net Worth:	$3 million

Early Life and Education

Oliver Chris was born on November 7, 1978, in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent, England. He is the son of Mr Chris, who worked as a financier before later becoming a bookseller and climate scientist, and Mrs Chris, who managed the well-known Watkins Books in London. There is no information about his siblings.

Oliver Chris attended Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys before transferring to Michael Hall Steiner School. He later graduated from the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama in 2000 and also completed evening studies at Birkbeck, University of London. He was raised in a Christian household.

Career

Oliver Chris began his professional acting career shortly before graduating from drama school, making his television debut in the BBC adaptation of Lorna Doone. His breakthrough came in 2001 when he portrayed Ricky Howard in the first series of Ricky Gervais’ hit comedy The Office.

He went on to build a successful television career with memorable roles in Green Wing, Nathan Barley, The IT Crowd, Bluestone 42, Motherland, Trying, The Crown, Foundation, Maternal, and Rivals.

Alongside his television work, Chris has enjoyed an outstanding stage career. He received an Olivier Award nomination for his performance as Stanley Stubbers in One Man, Two Guvnors, a role he performed in London’s West End and on Broadway.

His other notable theatre credits include King Charles III, Twelfth Night, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Young Marx, Arcadia, and The Deep Blue Sea. In addition to acting, he co-wrote the successful comedy play Jack Absolute Flies Again, demonstrating his talents as a playwright.

Social Media

• He does not have a social media account.

Personal Life

Oliver Chris is currently in a relationship with actress Kate Phillips. The couple have one daughter together. Before his relationship with Phillips, he was engaged to actress Rachael Stirling. They began dating in 2007 and ended their engagement in 2012.

At 47 years old, Chris stands 6 feet 4 inches (193 cm) tall. He enjoys theatre, writing, reading, football, and spending time with his family.

Net Worth

Oliver Chris has an estimated net worth of approximately $3 million USD. His income comes from acting in television, film, and theatre, as well as writing and playwriting.

His performances in The Office, Green Wing, Trying, Rivals, One Man, Two Guvnors, and King Charles III have contributed significantly to his career and financial success.

Filmography

Film

• The Other Boleyn Girl (2008)
• One Chance (2013)
• What’s Love Got to Do with It? (2022)
• Living (2022)
• White Widow (2023)
• The Choral (2026)
• The Magic Faraway Tree (2026)

Television

• Lorna Doone (2000)
• The Office (2001)
• Green Wing (2004–2007)
• Nathan Barley (2005)
• The IT Crowd (2006)
• Bluestone 42 (2013–2015)
• King Charles III (2017)
• Motherland (2019–2022)
• Trying (2020–present)
• The Crown (2022)
• Foundation (2023)
• Maternal (2023)
• Rivals (2024–present)

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