Jonathan Bailey drove fans into a frenzy with his portrayal of the charming Anthony Bridgerton in Bridgerton – and his career trajectory continues to inspire fans.
Born in Wallingford, Oxfordshire, Jonathan began his career as a child actor, performing in Royal Shakespeare Company productions. By the age of eight, he was cast as Gavroche in a West End production of Les Misérables.
In addition to his work in television, Bailey has recently impressed fans with his role as Fiyero in the hit musical film Wicked. He stars alongside Cynthia Erivo, who plays Elphaba Thropp, and Ariana Grande, who portrays Glinda Upland, in the Wicked film.
A spectacular moment in the movie includes Jonathan’s performance, singing “Dancing Through Life.” Since its release, the song debuted at number 90 on Billboard Hot 100, peaking at number 86.
He also starred in the 2025 movie Jurassic World Rebirth alongside Scarlett Johansson.
Here is everything you need to know about Jonathan Bailey, including his height and what TV shows and films he has starred in.
What is Jonathan Bailey’s Height?
According to Celebrity Heights, Jonathan Bailey 5ft 10 ½ (179.1 cm).
What are the best film and TV show performances of Jonathan Bailey?
Jonathan Bailey is a standout actor who has graced the big screen over the last decade. He has garnered a number of awards thanks to his roles in film and TV, including a Laurence Olivier Award and a Critics’ Choice Television Award.
The actor is often praised for his acting skills and good looks. Let’s take a look at some roles that have raised Jonathan Bailey to prominence.
Bridgerton (2020–present) Most of us will know Bailey as Anthony Bridgerton, the eldest of the Bridgerton siblings, in this Netflix period drama based on Julia Quinn’s book series. In Series 1 of Bridgerton, Anthony is somewhat mysterious with a complicated romantic life. However, in Series 2, the spotlight is on him as he finally opts to find a love match. In this season, he deals with the ups and downs of courting Kate Sharma, ultimately finding a love that challenges both his heart and his sense of duty.
Crashing (2016) is a comedy-drama series in which Bailey plays the character of Sam.
Broadchurch (2015). He appeared in the third season of this British crime drama, playing the role of Olly Stevens, a reporter who plays a key role in the story.
Les Misérables (2019), Bailey portrayed Grantaire in a BBC adaptation of the classic musical, bringing a fresh interpretation to the beloved character.
Wicked (2024), directed by Jon M. Chu, is a magical film that follows the life of a woman named Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo), who is bullied for the color of her skin.
At a new school, she enters a friendship with Glinda (Ariana Grande), a student with an unflinching desire for popularity. There she also meets a handsome man named Prince Fiyero (Jonathan Bailey). Elphaba and Glinda’s lives soon change after an encounter with the Wizard of Oz.
Stage Performances: Bailey is also known for his work on the stage, having starred in productions like “King Lear” and “The Last Five Years”, receiving accolades for his powerful stage presence.
Jonathan Bailey on his role in Wicked
The star reflects on his experience taking on a role in Wicked, revealing how it brought him back to his roots in performance. Speaking about the impact of the role, Jonathan shared: “(The role) reminded me of two things in the sort of purest version of who I am. I loved dancing, and I loved singing. And to be able to return to that, it all sort of feels full circle,” he said in an interview.
Bailey said his Bridgerton experience helped him approach the highly anticipated production, saying “I feel like I have had good training for it.”
“I think ‘Bridgerton’ was an adaptation that was so successful, brilliant and genius and many people loved the books, but I feel the imagery in ‘Wicked’ is so iconic, so it is slightly different, said Bailey, adding “It’s exciting to share another fandom.”
In an interview with ComicBook, the Hollywood actor also reflected on a memorable moment during his work on Wicked. The actor spoke with the publication and mentioned that he was totally “disassociated” but at the same time worked extremely hard to achieve that perfection while working with costars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande.
“I’d say I completely disassociated,” he admitted, recalling the intensity of the scene. “I vaguely remember bits of my toupee in the foreground and Jon Chu going like that (thumbs up) in the background.”
Jonathan Bailey has earned a reputation as a bona fide sex symbol, with fans across all genders and orientations, as noted by the Los Angeles Times. His presence has won over a diverse audience, and in 2022, TIME magazine recognized him as part of its prestigious class of Next Generation Leaders, hailing him for “redefining the ‘Hollywood Heartthrob.'”
In the past, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, his former co-star, couldn’t help but sing his praises.
When recalling their time working together on Broadchurch. “I knew he was completely brilliant,” she shared, noting that while Bailey’s real-life charisma reminded her of his character Sam, there was something uniquely captivating about him. “I don’t know anyone like Jonny,” she continued in an interview with Yahoo News, “and I also don’t know anyone like Sam!” It was clear to Waller-Bridge from the start that Bailey was the perfect fit for the role. In his personal life, Jonathan appears to be single and lives in Hove, East Sussex.
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