Elyes Gabel, 1983
Actors · May 8, 1983
Elyes Gabel
★ HOW OLD IS ELYES GABEL?
Elyes Gabel is 43 years old, born May 8, 1983 in United Kingdom · Taurus.
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About
Elyes Gabel broke globally as Walter O'Brien, the computer genius lead in CBS's Scorpion (2014–2018). Born in the UK on 8 May 1983, the British actor built recognition across HBO, BBC, and ITV dramas before his US TV breakthrough. He's also appeared in films including World War Z (2013) and A Most Violent Year (2014). As a Taurus, Gabel combines analytical precision with steady commitment to character work.
★ FEATURE
Biography
Elyes Gabel's global breakout was portraying Walter O'Brien, the computer genius lead in CBS's Scorpion, which ran from 2014 to 2018. Born 8 May 1983 in the UK, Gabel is a British actor who built early recognition across British television. He played Dr. Gurpreet "Guppy" Sandhu in BBC's Casualty from 2004 to 2007, appeared as Dothraki Rakharo in the first two seasons of HBO's Game of Thrones (2011–2012), and took roles in Waterloo Road, Identity, and Body of Proof across BBC One and ITV. In 2011, Gabel guest-starred as Prince Djem in The Borgias and appeared in Psychoville; by 2013 he was transitioning to US-based casting. His notable film work includes virologist Andrew Fassbach in World War Z (2013), Julian in J.C. Chandor's A Most Violent Year (2014)—which earned Golden Globe and Independent Spirit Award nominations—and Adem Qasim in Spooks: The Greater Good (2015). In 2022, he starred as Sean Tilson in Apple TV's thriller Suspicion, and voiced Thom Kallor / Star Boy in Justice League vs. the Fatal Five (2019). As an actor, Gabel works across television, film, and voice work, adapting to genre ranges from medical drama to fantasy to crime thriller. Born a Taurus, he demonstrates the sign's characteristic focus and methodical approach to complex character roles. In 2024, he appeared in the CBS series FBI.
★ ORIGIN
Before Fame
Gabel's early career centred on British television. He gained recognition as series regular Dr. Gurpreet "Guppy" Sandhu in BBC medical drama Casualty from 2004 to 2007, and appeared as Rakharo in Game of Thrones (2011–2012) and in Waterloo Road, Identity, and other UK dramas. By 2011, he was transitioning to US television, appearing in The Borgias and Psychoville, before his major US TV breakthrough as Walter O'Brien in Scorpion (2014).
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Trivia
- Gabel's breakout film role was as virologist Andrew Fassbach in World War Z (2013), the zombie apocalypse thriller starring Brad Pitt.
- He appeared in J.C. Chandor's A Most Violent Year (2014), a crime drama that earned Golden Globe and Independent Spirit Award nominations.
- Gabel voiced Thom Kallor / Star Boy in the DC animated film Justice League vs. the Fatal Five (2019).
- His earliest major television role was as Dr. Gurpreet 'Guppy' Sandhu in BBC's long-running medical drama Casualty, spanning 2004 to 2007.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Seeker
Analytical and private. Elyes Gabel release rarely but deeply, and tend to reward fans with unusual artistic depth rather than constant output.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
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CHALLENGING
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★ FAQ
Frequently asked
- How old is Elyes Gabel?
- Elyes Gabel is 43 years old (born May 8, 1983).
- When is Elyes Gabel's birthday?
- Elyes Gabel was born on May 8, 1983.
- What is Elyes Gabel's zodiac sign?
- Elyes Gabel is a Taurus, born May 8, 1983.
- What is Elyes Gabel's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Elyes Gabel was born in 1983, the year of the Water Pig.
- Where is Elyes Gabel from?
- Elyes Gabel is from United Kingdom.
- What does Elyes Gabel do?
- Elyes Gabel is a actor.
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