Learn more about actor Leo Woodall
Leo Woodall is an English actor who first got international attention through his charming character Jack in the second season of the HBO series The White Lotus (2022).
He got more praise for his lead role as Dexter Mayhew in the Netflix romantic drama One Day (2024) and also had significant roles in Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy (2025) and other projects such as Vladimir (2026).
Because of his natural elegance, his ability to express emotions, and his prime screen charisma, he has become one of the most promising young British actors in both TV and film.
Profile
- Full Name: Leo Vincent Woodall
- Stage Name: Leo Woodall
- Born: September 14, 1996
- Age: 29 years old
- Birthplace: Hammersmith, London, England
- Nationality: British
- Occupation: Actor
- Height: 185 cm (6 ft 1 in)
- Religion: Christianity
- Ethnicity: White British
- Parents: Andrew Woodall (father, actor) and Jane Mary Ashton (mother)
- Siblings: Constance Woodall (older sister) and Gabriel Woodall (older brother)
- Spouse: Meghann Fahy
- Relationship: Dating
- Net Worth: $2 million to $3 million USD
Early Life and Education
Leo Vincent Woodall was born on September 14, 1996. He was born in Hammersmith, London, England, and was brought up in Shepherd’s Bush.
He has a family that has been involved in performing arts for many years: his father, Andrew Woodall, is a seasoned actor with a long list of credits to his name, including Solo: A Star Wars Story, The Count of Monte Cristo, and The Man Who Knew Too Little.
His mother, Jane Mary Ashton, was trained as an actress (his parents met at drama school), but eventually led a different life, one of which was as a landlady.
Leo Woodall has two older siblings: a sister, Constance, and a brother, Gabriel.
He is of white British ethnicity and was brought up as a Christian. Additionally, he has as part of his heritage the early 20th-century American silent film actress Maxine Elliott.
Leo Woodall’s secondary education was at Richmond Park Academy. He was a sports enthusiast initially but later got motivated to act after he saw Peaky Blinders when he was a teenager.
He completed his Bachelor’s degree in Acting at Arts Educational School (ArtsEd) in Chiswick, London, in 2019.
Career
After finishing school, Leo Woodall decided to pursue acting as a profession and soon started working as an actor. He first appeared on television as a guest in the BBC soap Holby City (2019). Later, he took his first step in cinema by starring in Cherry (2021) along with Tom Holland.
His portrayal of the charming yet mysterious Jack in The White Lotus Season 2 (2022) earned him widespread recognition.
After that, Leo Woodall landed his first major role as Dexter Mayhew in the Netflix film One Day (2024), which gained him critical acclaim and made him one of the candidates for the National Film Awards UK.
He will also appear as Roxster McDuff in Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy (2025), Edward Brooks in Prime Target (2025), Niki White in Tuner (2025), and Sgt. Howie Triest in Nuremberg (2025), and playing the leading role in the series Vladimir (2026).
Leo Woodall is busy courting screen dramas, thrillers, and historical pieces, exhibiting his skills in various roles and his appeal as a leading man.
Award and Nominations
- National Film Awards UK – Best Actor in a TV Series nomination for One Day (2024/2025)
- Additional nominations, including Girls on Film Award (Intimacy Award, 2026)
Total number of awards and nominations: 3 (including 1 win in lesser-known categories and 2 nominations).
Social Media
Instagram: @leowoodall
Personal Life
Leo Woodall is dating Meghann Fahy, an American actress with whom he shared screen time in The White Lotus Season 2.
Meghann and Leo got together after working at the set in Sicily in 2022, and they officially came out as a couple in late 2023/early 2024.
Their relationship is quite under wraps, but it’s not unheard of to see them showing up for each other’s projects.
No significant details of marriage or high-profile relationships have leaked. Leo is a kid-free man.
Currently, he is residing in North London and leading a very down-to-earth life. He often mentions his family as the main reason he stays grounded despite his growing popularity. He candidly refers to bullying in school and being exposed to the public eye as very stressful aspects of his life.
Controversy
So far, Leo Woodall’s public persona hasn’t been tainted in any way. As of 2026, he has managed to steer clear of any controversies, scandals, or legal problems.
He once expressed that he felt “objectified” as a leading man and talked about privacy issues being a public figure but these have been more of a personal grappling with thoughts rather than airing grievances publicly.
Net Worth
Leo Woodall’s net worth is in the range of $2 million to $3 million U.S. dollars. Acting in well-known TV dramas (The White Lotus, One Day, Prime Target, Vladimir) and films (Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy, Cherry, Nuremberg) is his main source of income.
Apart from that, with brand endorsements and streaming platform residuals, he earns quite a lot.
At the same time, the more he takes on the central roles of the major productions, the more his revenue is expected to increase in a steady manner.
Filmography
- Holby City (2019) – Guest role
- Cherry (2021) – Rodgers
- The White Lotus (2022) – Jack
- Vampire Academy (2022) – Adrian Ivashkov
- Citadel (2023) – Recurring role
- One Day (2024) – Dexter Mayhew
- Prime Target (2025) – Edward Brooks
- Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy (2025) – Roxster McDuff
- Tuner (2025) – Niki White
- Nuremberg (2025) – Sgt. Howie Triest
- Vladimir (2026) – Vladimir Vladinski
- Additional credits: Nomad (TBA) and early theatre/short projects
Total number of Filmography: 12 (including released television, film, and announced projects).
Conclusion
Leo Woodall, a West London lad whose parents are actors, having graduated from Arts Educational School, has, after his lead roles in The White Lotus and One Day, been featured in Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy and Vladimir, and has very quickly identified himself as a very sensible actor.
At the age of 29, thanks to his natural charm, profoundness, and efforts, he has received critical acclaim and obtained a loyal international fan base.
With his genuine method and remarkable endeavors, he is a true star shining in British and worldwide entertainment.
