Nick Frost
Born 1972 · Age 53
English actor, comedian and screenwriter best known for frequent collaborations with Simon Pegg and Edgar Wright (Spaced; the Three Flavours Cornetto trilogy) and co-creating Truth Seekers.
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Born in Hornchurch, Greater London
Nicholas John Frost born to John and Tricia Frost, both office furniture designers.
Sister died of an asthma attack
At age 10 Frost's older sister died aged 18; a formative family tragedy.
Parents' business failed and family lost their home
When Frost was about 15 his parents' business failed, the family lost their home and moved in with neighbours.
Mother suffered a stroke; Frost left school
Following the stress of the business failure his mother had a stroke; Frost left school and took a job at a shipping company to support the family.
Spent two years at a kibbutz in Israel
After working to support his family, Frost spent around two years living and working on a kibbutz in Israel (approximate timing based on biographical sequence).
Met Simon Pegg while working as a waiter
While working as a waiter at a North London Chiquito, Frost met Simon Pegg; the friendship and later flatsharing led to major career collaborations.
Early TV appearances: Big Train
Appeared in the Channel 4 sketch show Big Train (2 episodes) — one of his earliest screen credits.
Worked in corporate training videos
Performed in corporate training and promotional video clips (e.g., Dixons 'Chris Carter and the Coverplan Challenge') prior to breakout acting roles.
Cast as Mike Watt in Spaced (TV)
Pegg and Jessica Hynes wrote a role for Frost (Mike) in the Channel 4 sitcom Spaced; series ran 1999–2001 and helped launch his career.
One-off role in Acorn Antiques special
Played an armed robber in the specially written TV special 'The Sketch Show Story' (Acorn Antiques) narrated by Victoria Wood.
Wrote and presented Danger! 50,000 Volts!
Hosted and wrote the spoof outdoors-survival series 'Danger! 50,000 Volts!' — a TV credit showing his comedic/writerly abilities.
Co-wrote and starred in The Sofa of Time
Co-wrote and starred in 'The Sofa of Time' with Matt King — expanded his writing/performing partnership with television comedy.
Acting credit - Penelope (film)
Appeared in Penelope (2006 listing in some filmographies); included as part of his mid-2000s film work. (Credit year varies by source; placed here for completeness.)
Film breakthrough: Shaun of the Dead (release)
Starred as Ed in Shaun of the Dead, the first of the 'Three Flavours Cornetto' trilogy written by Simon Pegg and Edgar Wright.
BIFA nomination – Most Promising Newcomer (Shaun of the Dead)
Nominated at the British Independent Film Awards for Most Promising Newcomer for Shaun of the Dead.
Starred in sketch show Man Stroke Woman
Began starring in the BBC Three sketch series Man Stroke Woman (2005–2007), appearing in various roles.
Began narration work on Supernanny
Narrated Channel 4's reality series Supernanny (voice role across multiple episodes/seasons, recorded 2005–2008).
Won Fangoria Chainsaw Award – Best Supporting Actor
Won the Fangoria Chainsaw Award for Best Supporting Actor (for Shaun of the Dead).
Film: Kinky Boots (small role)
Appeared in the film Kinky Boots (2006) credited as Don.
Cast as Commander Henderson in Hyperdrive
Starred as Commander Henderson in the BBC Two sci-fi sitcom Hyperdrive (two series, 2006–2007).
Hot Fuzz released (Three Flavours Cornetto #2)
Co-starred with Simon Pegg in Hot Fuzz, directed by Edgar Wright — a major UK/genre comedy release.
Small role in Grindhouse (segment)
Appeared in the 'Don't' segment (Baby eater) of Grindhouse (shared anthology film).
Married Mariangela (production exec)
Married production executive Mariangela (also reported as Christina in some sources) in 2008.
Film: The Boat That Rocked (Pirate Radio)
Appeared as 'Dave' in Richard Curtis's film The Boat That Rocked.
Nominated – National Movie Awards (Performance of the Year for Paul)
Received a National Movie Award nomination for Performance of the Year for Paul.
Co-wrote and co-starred in Paul (film)
Co-wrote (with Simon Pegg) and co-starred in the sci-fi comedy Paul — a major international release showcasing his writing credit.
Appeared in Attack the Block
Acted in Joe Cornish's genre film Attack the Block (2011).
Voice roles in The Adventures of Tintin
Voiced Thomson and Thompson in Steven Spielberg's The Adventures of Tintin: The Secret of the Unicorn (motion-capture/voicework).
Birth of son
On 22 June 2011 Frost's wife Mariangela (Christina in some sources) gave birth to their son (reported name Mac in some sources).
Film: Snow White and the Huntsman
Played the character Nion in the fantasy film Snow White and the Huntsman.
The World's End released (Three Flavours Cornetto #3)
Played Andy Knightley and served as executive producer on The World's End (the third Pegg–Wright–Frost collaboration).
Separated from wife
Frost and his wife separated in 2013 (they later divorced).
Voiced in The Boxtrolls (film)
Provided voice work for Mr. Trout in The Boxtrolls (2014); the role contributed to later voice ensemble award.
Nominations – MTV/Teen Choice for The World's End
The World's End received MTV Movie Awards and Teen Choice nominations in 2014 (Best Fight and other categories shared with co-stars).
Starred in Mr. Sloane (Sky Atlantic)
Played the title role Jeremy Sloane in the Sky Atlantic comedy-drama Mr. Sloane (also executive producer).
Appeared in Doctor Who (Santa Claus cameo)
Portrayed Santa Claus in Doctor Who episodes 'Death in Heaven' (teaser) and 'Last Christmas' (expanded role).
Divorce finalised (reported)
Public records/sources report Frost's marriage ended in divorce around 2015 (married 2008, separated 2013).
Won Behind the Voice Actors Award (Best Vocal Ensemble) for The Boxtrolls
Shared the award for Best Vocal Ensemble in a Feature Film for The Boxtrolls (voice ensemble)
Published memoir: Truths, Half Truths & Little White Lies
Released his memoir with Hodder & Stoughton detailing his life up to age 30.
Cast in Into the Badlands (season 2 announcement)
Announced as a series regular for Season 2 of the AMC action series Into the Badlands (role: Bajie).
Voiced Obelix in Asterix: The Mansions of the Gods (English dub)
Provided the English voice for Obelix in the Asterix animated feature (UK release mid-2016).
Starred in Sick Note (TV)
Played Dr. Ian Glennis in the comedy-drama series Sick Note (2017–2018), 14 episodes.
Appointed patron of Humanists UK (reported)
Reported to be a patron of Humanists UK (public profile lists him as a patron). Exact appointment year not specified in source; approximate.
Appeared in Slaughterhouse Rulez (film)
Reunited with Simon Pegg in the dark-comedy film Slaughterhouse Rulez (2018).
Voice role: 3Below (Netflix animated series)
Voiced Stuart in the animated series 3Below (2018–2019) produced by Guillermo del Toro and DreamWorks.
Nomination – Women Film Critics Circle (Best Screen Couple)
Nominated (shared with Lena Headey) for Best Screen Couple for Fighting with My Family.
Film: Fighting with My Family
Played Ricky Knight in the biographical comedy-drama 'Fighting with My Family' (2019).
Co-created and starred in Truth Seekers (Prime Video)
Co-created (with Simon Pegg and others), wrote, executive produced and starred as Gus in the paranormal-comedy-horror series Truth Seekers.
Welcomed third child
Public announcement (Daily Mirror) on 27 August 2021 that Frost had welcomed his third child; details about partner kept private.
Cast in dark comedy Krazy House
Announced (Variety, Feb 2023) to star alongside Alicia Silverstone and Kevin Connolly in the dark comedy 'Krazy House'.
Announced to play Gobber the Belch in live-action How to Train Your Dragon
Reported January 2024 announcement that Frost would portray Gobber the Belch in the live-action remake of How to Train Your Dragon.
Estimated net worth (reported by online profiles)
Online biographical sources estimate Frost's net worth; one aggregation (Mabumbe) reported approx. $16M as of 2024.
Cast as Rubeus Hagrid in HBO's Harry Potter series
Reported casting (Deadline / Hollywood Reporter) that Frost was poised/confirmed to play Rubeus Hagrid in HBO's Harry Potter TV adaptation.
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