Leonardo Taiwo
Born
Hackney, London, England
NationalityBritish-Nigerian
Occupation(s)Actor, Model
Known forActing roles in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, The Wheel of Time, and Star Wars: Andor

Leonardo Taiwo is a British-Nigerian actor and model, known for his performances in major productions such as Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania (2023), The Wheel of Time (2023), and Star Wars: Andor (2022). Raised in Hackney, London, Taiwo studied acting at the Identity Drama School and began his career in television, film, and fashion modeling.

Early Life and Education

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Leonardo Taiwo is a British Actor

Acting Career

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Leonardo Taiwo began his acting career with roles in television and film, quickly gaining recognition for his versatility and screen presence. His notable acting credits include:

  • Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania (2023) – Played a Quantumnaut Scientist.[1]
  • The Wheel of Time (2023) – Portrayed a Young Warder in one episode.
  • Star Wars: Andor (2022) – Appeared as a Partisan in two episodes.[2]
  • Liaison (2023) – Featured as Toby Gleason in four episodes.
  • Hackney Downs (2022) – Played Kofi in the short film.
  • Irish Blood (2024) – Cast in the television series.[3]

Modeling Career

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In addition to acting, Taiwo has worked as a model for several high-profile brands, including Gucci, ASOS, Belstaff, Stone Island, Clarks, J.Crew, GQ, and 7th Man Magazine.[4] His modeling career has complemented his acting work, making him a prominent figure in both industries.

Filmography

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Film

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  • Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania (2023) – Quantumnaut Scientist

Television

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  • The Wheel of Time (2023) – Young Warder
  • Star Wars: Andor (2022) – Partisan (2 episodes)
  • Liaison (2023) – Toby Gleason (4 episodes)
  • Irish Blood (2024) – Cast Member[5]

Short Films

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  • Hackney Downs (2022) – Kofi

Awards and Recognition

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Personal Life

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Leonardo Taiwo is based in London and continues to pursue acting opportunities internationally. He remains active in the creative arts and maintains ties to both his British and Nigerian heritage.

References

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