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Tom Hiddleston

Tom Hiddleston is a British actor known internationally for playing Loki in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Updated July 30, 20261 min readCited sources

Tom Hiddleston is a British actor best known for his role as Loki in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. He has also appeared in acclaimed TV series like The Night Manager and numerous films.

Early life and training

Tom Hiddleston was born on 9 February 1981 in Westminster, London. He trained as an actor and built a career on stage, television, and film before his breakthrough role.

Breakthrough as Loki

Hiddleston gained international recognition for playing Loki in Thor and later in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, including the Disney+ series Loki. The role made him a household name worldwide.

Other acting work and awards

Outside Marvel, Hiddleston has appeared in films such as Midnight in Paris, War Horse, Crimson Peak, and Kong: Skull Island, and in the TV series The Night Manager. His performance in The Night Manager won him a Golden Globe Award.

In short

  • Born Thomas William Hiddleston on 9 February 1981 in London.
  • Best known for playing Loki in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
  • Won a Golden Globe for The Night Manager.
  • Married to actress Zawe Ashton.
Canadian angle

Tom Hiddleston is relevant to Canadian readers through the global popularity of Marvel films and Disney+ programming, which have a large audience in Canada.

Quick questions

Who is Tom Hiddleston?
Tom Hiddleston is a British actor best known for playing Loki in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
How old is Tom Hiddleston?
He was born on 9 February 1981, which makes him 45 years old as of 2026.
What is Tom Hiddleston known for?
He is best known for portraying Loki in Marvel films and the Disney+ series Loki, and for roles in The Night Manager and several feature films.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tom_Hiddleston
    Supports: Birth date, nationality, career overview, Loki role, filmography highlights, The Night Manager, and spouse name as commonly reported.
  2. Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/biography/Tom-Hiddleston
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, age, nationality, and general biographical overview.
  3. Biography.com — https://www.biography.com/actors/tom-hiddleston
    Supports: Breakthrough role as Loki, birth details, and career overview.
  4. EBSCO Research Starters — https://www.ebsco.com/research-starters/biography/tom-hiddleston
    Supports: Training background, career development, and major roles.
  5. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/tom-hiddleston
    Supports: Selected filmography and career recognition.
  6. People — https://www.people.com/tag/tom-hiddleston/
    Supports: Public reporting on relationship with Zawe Ashton and first child.