English singer, songwriter and actor, and most importantly is the lead singer of the band Years & Years. He came to be known for his roles in films like the Oscar-nominated 2009 drama Bright Star.
Early Life (Childhood)He was born in Yorkshire and got his start acting in the 2008 film Summerhill. His parents separated when he was 13 and he was brought up by his mother as a single parent.
Interesting FactsHe starred as Peter Pan in the West End theatre production Peter and Alice in 2013. Alexander's acting career began in the film Summerhill released in 2008. His next film Bright Star was nominated for an Academy Award in the United States (for Best Achievement in Costume Design).
Personal LifeHis mother is Coleford Music Festival founder Vicki Thornton. His parents split when he was 13 years old and after that his mother raised him primarily as a single mother.
