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The rise of Owen Cooper: From teenager to TV star!
Owen Cooper, 15, shines in “Adolescence”. His impressive development, awards and new projects in focus.
The rise of Owen Cooper: From teenager to TV star!
Owen Cooper, best known for his role in Netflix's new teen drama Adolescence, has evolved a lot since its premiere. At 15, he has quickly made a name for himself after the series received a lot of attention in March 2024. Cooper plays 13-year-old Jamie Miller, who is arrested for the murder of a classmate. Interestingly, Adolescence was not only Cooper's first professional role, but also his debut, for which he had no prior acting experience. Biography.com highlights that the series quickly reached the top of Netflix's global charts, with his acting being hailed as "award-worthy."
Director Phillip Barantini praised Cooper for his natural presence and authenticity in his performance. This appreciation has not only led to positive reviews, but also to him being recognized for the first time at the 35th Gotham Awards, where he mentioned his co-nominee Erin Doherty in his acceptance speech. Over the past few months, many fans have noticed how much Cooper has grown since filming, which caused a stir in his social media appearances and interviews.
Media appearances and social media
Cooper has not only made his mark in films and series, but is also active on social media. He recently appeared in a TikTok with Millie Bobby Brown supporting Liverpool FC. He was also a guest on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, where he introduced American snacks, which further increased his popularity.
The young actor is currently in the middle of his GCSE exams, which presents an additional challenge. Nonetheless, he recently appeared in the music video for Sam Fender's song "Little Bit Closer." This shows his wide range of talents and interests.
Looking into the future
Owen Cooper's future looks bright. He will be taking on the role of young Heathcliff in a film adaptation of Wuthering Heights, a role that many of his fans are excited about. He will also appear in the miniseries “Film Club,” which is also in production. Despite his growing career, Cooper remains humble and recalls that his interest in acting was originally inspired by Tom Holland's performance in the film "The Impossible." To this day, he still sees himself as a passionate football fan who dreams of one day playing Spider-Man, a role he admires.