Bafta Breakthrough Actor Encourages Creating Desired Art

Rising star Ellis Howard, a 28-year-old actor from Liverpool, encourages young artists to “not wait for permission” and to create art that resonates with them personally. His career took a turn after Instagram videos discussing inequality led to securing a writing agent and mentor. Howard stars as 15-year-old Byron in BBC Three’s teen drama, “What It Feels Like For A Girl,” inspired by trans writer Paris Lees’ autobiography. The series, praised for its rawness, has helped him earn a spot on this year’s Bafta Breakthrough list.

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