Joe Dempsie, 1987
Actors · June 22, 1987
Joe Dempsie
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Joe Dempsie is 38 years old, born June 22, 1987 in United Kingdom · Cancer.
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About
Joe Dempsie played Gendry across two eras of Game of Thrones, cementing himself as a fixture in prestige TV. Born in 1987, the English actor broke through as Chris Miles in the E4 teen drama Skins before landing his role in the HBO fantasy epic. A Cancer by birth, Dempsie balances brooding intensity with supporting-character depth.
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Biography
Joe Dempsie is an English actor born in 1987. He is best known for two major television roles: Chris Miles in the E4 comedy-drama Skins (2007–2008) and Gendry in Game of Thrones, appearing across the series' initial run (2011–2013) and its final season (2017–2019). His career began in British medical television, with credits in Peak Practice (2000), Doctors (2001–2003), and Sweet Medicine (2003). He expanded into film and prestige drama with appearances in Heartlands (2003), This is England '86 (2010), and This is England '90 (2015), as well as the BBC drama Born and Bred and the sci-fi series The Fades (2011), where he played the villain John. As an actor, Dempsie works across television, film, and drama production, bringing character work to both lead and supporting roles. Born under Cancer, his performances often carry an emotional weight suited to conflicted or morally complex characters. Dempsie's trajectory reflects a career built on consistent work in British and international productions rather than a single breakthrough moment.
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Trivia
- Dempsie's role as Gendry in Game of Thrones spanned eight years, from the show's first season to its final chapter.
- He appeared in both This is England '86 and This is England '90, the film sequels set in different decades.
- His earliest screen credit was Peak Practice in 2000, marking the start of a long run in British television drama.
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Numerology
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The Powerhouse
Driven and business-minded. Joe Dempsie extend their craft into ownership: labels, production companies, brand lines.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- Kendall JennerPig · 1995
- Brian MayPig · 1947
- Caleb HearonPig · 1995
- Nick RobinsonPig · 1995
- Nicola PeltzPig · 1995
CHALLENGING
- Patrick MöllekenRooster · 1993
- Ewa Farna
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Frequently asked
- How old is Joe Dempsie?
- Joe Dempsie is 38 years old (born June 22, 1987).
- When is Joe Dempsie's birthday?
- Joe Dempsie was born on June 22, 1987.
- What is Joe Dempsie's zodiac sign?
- Joe Dempsie is a Cancer, born June 22, 1987.
- What is Joe Dempsie's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Joe Dempsie was born in 1987, the year of the Fire Rabbit.
- Where is Joe Dempsie from?
- Joe Dempsie is from United Kingdom.
- What does Joe Dempsie do?
- Joe Dempsie is a actor.
- Is Joe Dempsie still alive?
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