Paul Chahidi

Paul Chahidi is a British actor known for his work on stage, screen, and radio. He was born on June 1, 1972, in Manchester, England, and grew up in Stockport. Chahidi attended the University of Manchester, where he studied drama and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree.

Chahidi began his career in theater, making his professional debut in 1995 in a production of "The Tempest" at the Royal Exchange Theatre in Manchester. He went on to perform in several other productions at the Royal Exchange, including "The Crucible," "The Cherry Orchard," and "The Merchant of Venice."
In 2000, Chahidi made his West End debut in a production of "The Caretaker" at the Comedy Theatre. He has since appeared in several other West End productions, including "Twelfth Night," "The 39 Steps," and "The Madness of George III."
Chahidi is perhaps best known for his work in the theater world. He has appeared in numerous productions at the Royal Shakespeare Company, including "The Comedy of Errors," "The Taming of the Shrew," and "A Midsummer Night's Dream." He also appeared in the National Theatre's production of "One Man, Two Guvnors" in 2011, which later transferred to the West End and Broadway.
In addition to his work on stage, Chahidi has also appeared in several films and television shows. He had a small role in the 2009 film "In the Loop," and appeared in the television series "The IT Crowd" and "The Hour." He also had a recurring role in the BBC series "This Country" and appeared in the film "Mary Queen of Scots" in 2018.
Chahidi is also no stranger to the world of radio, having appeared in several productions for BBC Radio 4. He played the role of Sir Toby Belch in a radio adaptation of "Twelfth Night" in 2012, and also appeared in a radio adaptation of "The Importance of Being Earnest" in 2015.
One of Chahidi's most notable roles came in 2013, when he played the role of Maria in the Globe Theatre's production of "Twelfth Night." The production, which was directed by Tim Carroll, was notable for its all-male cast, and Chahidi's performance was widely praised by critics.
Chahidi's most recent work includes a role in the television series "The Luminaries," which aired in 2020. He also appeared in the National Theatre's production of "The Welkin" earlier that year.