Phil Dunster

Phil Dunster is an English actor recognized for his roles across various hit series and films, earning critical acclaim and a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for his portrayal of Jamie Tartt in ‘Ted Lasso’. After earning a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series in 2023, Phil Dunster has established himself as a versatile actor celebrated for his compelling performances across film, television, and stage. Dunster first garnered widespread recognition for his critically acclaimed portrayal of Jamie Tartt in the Apple TV+ sports comedy Ted Lasso, which he joined in 2020. His foundational training includes graduating from the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School in 2014 with a Bachelor of Arts in Acting.

Early in his career, Dunster made his stage debut as Claudio in Much Ado About Nothing at Reading Theatre in 2015, followed by a performance in Pink Mist at the Bristol Old Vic and Bush Theatre, which earned him a Laurence Olivier Award nomination in 2016. Dunster’s television career began with his debut in the Channel 4 sitcom Catastrophe in 2015. He further expanded his film credits with roles in The Rise of the Krays and its sequel, The Fall of the Krays. From 2017 to 2018, he held a main role as Lance Corporal Will Jensen in the Sky One drama Strike Back, showcasing his range in action-oriented series.

These ventures highlight his evolving commitment to storytelling and creative leadership within the industry.