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Kevin Layne

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Kevin Layne was born in London to Allyson Williams MBE, a senior Midwife, and Vernon 'Fellows" Williams, an entrepreneur and pioneer of London's world-famous Notting Hill Carnival. Layne grew up in Wembley, northwest London, and regularly visited his parents' native Trinidad and Tobago. As a teenager, Layne took a keen interest in acting, initially taking extra roles in shows such as Channel 4's 'Get up Stand Up' and television commercials. Having gained more life experience, Layne received the DaDAs (Dance and Drama Awards) scholarship from the Arts Educational School of Acting after having only auditioned 'once' in his entire life. Since graduating, with a Masters Degree in acting, Layne has appeared in several stage productions in London's West End, and has also featured in independent film productions, network television shows and Hollywood movie productions.
- IMDb mini biography by: N.Awuku

His father appeared in the James Bond film 'Live and Let die' starring Roger Moore (1973).
Is an accomplished Steel Pan (drum) player, having played around Europe and in Trinidad.
His mother was awarded the honour of MBE (Member of the most Excellent order of the British Empire) for her outstanding contribution to the development of Midwifery services for women in London.
Has studied Wing Chun Kung Fu for many years, and played football semi-professionally.
Earned his Master of Arts in acting from the Arts Educational School of acting in London, Chiswick.

I long ago realized that I must find a way to be an actor (professionally). The realization is never more apparent than when I'm doing something other than acting. There is a sense of deep dissatisfaction and frustration when I am not able to express myself through this wonderful medium.
It's a strange one, but there is something useful about being afraid to take on a character. When something scares me, I tend to rise to the challenge, as there is an interest to find out my own depth and my own limitations. I need to challenge myself as an actor and not be scared to fall flat on my face. With this idea in mind, I believe the discoveries you make as an actor tend to be more interesting.
Being blessed with the opportunity to be part of the Star Wars universe, to be part of history, is a real moment for me. I used to play Star Wars in primary school at play time with my friends who now get to see me in it. That's just surreal.

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