Duane Henry

Duane Henry was born on March 18, 1985, in Birmingham, West Midlands, England. He grew up in Handsworth, attending St. Francis Catholic Primary School and St. John Wall School before studying drama at Dudley College. At the age of 17, Henry relocated to London to pursue an acting career, making his debut in 2004 alongside Samantha Janus in the BBC drama series, “The Afternoon Play.” From 2004 to 2011, he built a solid foundation in British television, appearing in popular dramas such as “Doctor Who,” “The Bill,” and “The Cut,” for which he received a BAFTA Screen National Award nomination for Best Emerging Talent in 2010. During this period, he also took on multiple roles in the medical soap opera “Doctors,” including a notable three-part special in 2013 as Gareth Broadhurst, a former soldier with PTSD. His early film work also included an uncredited role in “London Boulevard” (2011) and a security guard in Madonna’s historical romance drama “W.E.” (2011).

In November 2013, Henry moved to Los Angeles to expand his acting opportunities in the American market. He dedicated a year to perfecting his American accent to broaden his range. This strategic move led to significant career developments, as he was cast in the highly popular CBS police procedural drama “NCIS.” His initial appearances were as MI6 agent Clayton Reeves in the 23rd and 24th episodes of the show’s 13th season in May 2016. Due to his performance, his role was upgraded to a series regular for the 14th and 15th seasons, where he remained until his character’s exit in 2018. His portrayal in “NCIS” solidified his presence in American television.

Following his time on “NCIS,” Henry continued to secure prominent roles. In 2018, he starred in the television movie “A Gingerbread Romance.” The following year, he appeared in the blockbuster “Captain Marvel” (2019) as a Talos-Kree Soldier, further showcasing his versatility in major film productions. He also featured in the television series “What Just Happened??!” (2019) and the Lifetime movie “Mistletoe in Montana” (2021), playing Mark Aguilar. His career demonstrates a consistent progression, moving from foundational roles in British television to significant parts in both American television and film.