Ricky James Young (born 25 April 1978) is an English actor, dancer, and producer. His early work includes the miniseries '' Children of Dune'' (2003) and the films ''

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'' (2001) and ''

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'' (2007). More recently, he is known for his roles in the youth series ''

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'' (2018–2020) and '' Theodosia'' (2022).

Early life

Young grew up in Hythe, a suburb of

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. His mother Helen is a dance instructor and his sister Rachel is a

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-based comedian. He began working with professional ballet companies from the age of fifteen. He went on to train at the

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, graduating in 2000.

Filmography

Film

Television

Stage

References

External links

* {{DEFAULTSORT:Young, Rik Living people 1978 births Alumni of the Guildhall School of Music and Drama English male ballet dancers English Shakespearean actors Male actors from Southampton