David Tennant – Biography, Age, Career, Net Worth

Who is David Tennant?

David John Tennant, famously known as David Tennant, is an acclaimed Scottish actor best known for his portrayal of the tenth incarnation of the Doctor in the iconic science-fiction television series Doctor Who.

In addition, he played a part in the film ‘Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire’, the fourth film in the well-known Harry Potter movie franchise. Acting was also something he did during his school years. He started taking Saturday classes at the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama to improve his skills and regularly worked with the Royal Shakespeare Company. His first major role in the drama series ‘Takin’ Over the Asylum’ was eventually given to him after he appeared in small but challenging roles in several stage productions and TV series. He became a talented actor with powerful performances on both small and big screen in the following years.

Biography

On April 18, 1971, a man named David Tennant was born in Bathgate, United Kingdom. His parents, Sandy McDonald and Essdale Helen McDonald, were responsible for his upbringing. Growing up, he was with his brother Blair McDonald and sister Karen McDonald.

He was a member of the school’s active participation in school plays while attending Ralston Primary and Paisley Grammar School. To comply with actors’ union regulations, he changed his name to ‘David Tennant’ when he turned 16, following Neil Tennant of the Pet Shop Boys. His time there helped him refine his skills and prepare him for a rewarding career in the performing arts.

Personal Life

Tennant’s relationship with actress Georgia Moffett, who was the daughter of Peter Davison, portrayed the Fifth Doctor in “Doctor Who”, ended in 2011. The couple has a total of five children, including Ty who was adopted by Tennant, Olive, Wilfred, Doris, and Birdie. Georgia and Tennant’s family life sometimes intersect with their professional pursuits, with Georgia producing and acting alongside Tennant on different projects.

Career

While he was in secondary school, Tennant made his professional acting debut. At the age of 16, he took part in an anti-smoking film created by the Glasgow Health Board, which was aired on television and screened in schools. An episode of Dramarama was where he played a role in the following year. Tennant’s first professional role upon graduating from drama school was in a staging of The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui co-starring Ashley Jensen, one of a few plays in which he performed as part of the agitprop 7:84 Theatre Company. In the Scottish TV sitcom Rab C Nesbitt, he played a transgender barmaid named Davina in an early TV appearance. At the Dundee Repertory Theatre, he appeared in multiple plays during the 1990s.

His collaborations with the Royal Shakespeare Company were praised by critics. His contribution to the 1996 production of ‘As You Like It’ was well-received. The 1998 romantic comedy drama film ‘L.A.’ was the first role he played in cinema. Mika Kaurismäki was the director of Without a Map.

His next important work on the big screen was in the 2005 fantasy film ‘Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire’, which was the fourth installment of the famous Harry Potter film series. Barty Crouch Jr, a character who eats corpses, played by him, was a huge commercial success and also won multiple awards.

Playing the lead role of ‘The Doctor’ in the popular British TV series Doctor Who catapulted him to the top of his career. The show, originally broadcast from 1963 to 1989, was highly popular in Britain and gained cult status in other countries. Tennant was the leader when it was relaunched in 2005. In 2005, he starred in the British TV series ‘Casanova’, among his other popular works. He appeared in numerous TV shows over the years, with most of them being guest roles. He was a major player in shows like ‘Single Father’, ‘Broadchurch’, and ‘The Escape Artist’. Over the years, he also acted in several films, such as ‘Glorious 39’ (2009), ‘Fright Night’ (2011), ‘The Decoy Bride’ (2011), ‘Danger in the Manger’ (2014) and ‘Mad to be Normal’ (2017).

Besides his acting accomplishments, he has also been recognized with an Emmy for his voice work in animated films and television programs. He persevered in his performance in the theatre. His performance in ‘Lobby Hero’ resulted in him being nominated for an Oliver Award for Best Actor. Currently, he is happily married and is still pursuing his passion in the acting industry.

Net Worth

The estimated net worth of David Tennant is $9 million. His role as the 10th Doctor in the BBC series Doctor Who is a well-known one. Tennant’s income comes from voiceover work, production investments, and other business ventures, along with his work in television and film. Acting roles, brand endorsements, and other sources of income are the primary sources of income for him.

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