Mathew John Baynton, a multifaceted English talent, was born on November 18, 1980. He is an accomplished actor, writer, comedian, singer, and musician, with a wide range of credits to his name.
Baynton is perhaps best known for his roles in the popular children's program Horrible Histories, where he appeared in all five series as a singer, actor, and occasional writer. He also co-created, wrote, and starred in the eight-part family fantasy comedy series Yonderland, which premiered on Sky1 in 2013.
In addition to his work on Horrible Histories and Yonderland, Baynton has appeared in several other notable TV series, including The Wrong Mans, You, Me and the Apocalypse, and Ghosts. He has also starred in a number of films, including The Falling and Bill.
One of Baynton's most notable collaborations is with James Corden, with whom he co-created, wrote, and starred in the comedy-thriller series The Wrong Mans for BBC Two. He has also worked with Corden on the BBC family comedy film Bill, which is loosely based on the early life of William Shakespeare.
In addition to his work in television and film, Baynton has also made appearances in various other TV comedy series, including Gavin & Stacey, Spy, and Quacks. His most recent notable role is as Thomas Thorne, a romantic poet, in the BBC series Ghosts.
Throughout his career, Baynton has demonstrated his versatility as a performer, writer, and creator, and has established himself as a talented and innovative force in the world of comedy and entertainment.