Tunji Kasim, 1987
Actors · January 1, 1987
Tunji Kasim
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Tunji Kasim is 39 years old, born January 1, 1987 · Capricorn.
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About
Tunji Kasim is a Scottish-Nigerian actor born in 1987. He's best known for playing Joe Bailey in Nearly Famous on E4, art teacher Hugo Scott in Shetland, and Ned Nickerson in The CW's Nancy Drew. In 2009, he earned an Ian Charleson Awards nomination for his performance in Julius Caesar with the RSC. A Capricorn, Kasim balances charismatic supporting roles across UK and US television.
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Biography
Tunji Kasim is a Scottish-Nigerian actor born in 1987. His breakout television work came through E4's Nearly Famous, where he played Joe Bailey, establishing him as a fixture in British drama. He went on to portray Hugo Scott, an art teacher, in the BBC crime series Shetland, a role that broadened his profile across the UK. Internationally, Kasim joined The CW's Nancy Drew as Ned Nickerson, bringing depth to the teen mystery adaptation. His stage credentials are equally solid — in 2009, he received an Ian Charleson Awards nomination for his performance in Julius Caesar with the Royal Shakespeare Company, marking recognition beyond screen work. As an actor, Kasim works across television, stage, and film. Born under Capricorn, his career reflects a steady, purposeful climb through character-driven roles. His life-path number 9 suggests a reflective, versatile performer drawn to ensemble narratives and ensemble casts.
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Trivia
- Kasim earned an Ian Charleson Awards nomination in 2009 for Julius Caesar with the Royal Shakespeare Company.
- He played Joe Bailey in Nearly Famous, a role that became his initial breakthrough on E4.
- His character Ned Nickerson in The CW's Nancy Drew extended his reach into American television drama.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Humanitarian
Idealistic and global. Tunji Kasim often use their platform for causes and tend to build broad, internationally diverse audiences.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- Nick RobinsonPig · 1995
- Brian GutiérrezGoat · 2003
- Kendall JennerPig · 1995
- Brian MayPig · 1947
- Nicola PeltzPig · 1995
CHALLENGING
- Patrick MöllekenRooster · 1993
- Ewa Farna
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Frequently asked
- How old is Tunji Kasim?
- Tunji Kasim is 39 years old (born January 1, 1987).
- When is Tunji Kasim's birthday?
- Tunji Kasim was born on January 1, 1987.
- What is Tunji Kasim's zodiac sign?
- Tunji Kasim is a Capricorn, born January 1, 1987.
- What is Tunji Kasim's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Tunji Kasim was born in 1987, the year of the Fire Rabbit.
- What does Tunji Kasim do?
- Tunji Kasim is a actor.
- Is Tunji Kasim still alive?
- Yes — Tunji Kasim is alive and 39 years old.
- What is Tunji Kasim's life-path number?
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