Biography

Amir Wilson is an English actor who gained early recognition for his work across television and film, quickly establishing himself as a compelling young screen presence. He is best known for his portrayal of Will Parry in the fantasy series His Dark Materials (2019), where he starred opposite a major ensemble cast, as well as for taking on the lead role of Tiuri in the adventure series The Letter for the King (2020). His film work includes a prominent role in The Secret Garden (2020), in which he brought emotional depth and sensitivity to a classic literary adaptation. Raised in Shrewsbury, he developed an interest in acting at a young age, training with a local theatre group that helped shape his early craft and confidence on stage. His background, combining English and Sudanese heritage, has contributed to a grounded yet distinctive screen presence, and his performances have been noted for their naturalism and emotional clarity. Despite beginning his career at a young age, he has demonstrated a steady progression into more demanding roles, building a reputation as one of the more promising actors of his generation.
- IMDb mini biography by: Capamaroux

He can understand Arabic.

I don't feel like Black people should just be given roles written for White characters for the sake of diversity. There should be more Black written characters instead and characters that have always been Black.

My mum is Sudanese and my dad's English. I can understand Arabic more than I can speak it. Apparently when I was younger I refused to learn it and I really hate myself for that. I wish I was fluently bilingual.