David Tennant

Date of Birth: April 18, 1971

Zodiac Sign: Aries

Biography

David Tennant, born David John McDonald, is a renowned Scottish actor whose career spans television, film, and theater. He was born in Bathgate, West Lothian, Scotland, and grew up in Ralston, Renfrewshire. Tennant is best known for his role as the Tenth Doctor in the long-running British television series “Doctor Who,” a part that earned him significant acclaim and a massive fan following. He developed an interest in acting at a young age and pursued his passion by studying at the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama. Tennant’s career took off with his role in the BBC drama “Takin’ Over the Asylum” in 1994. He has since appeared in a variety of roles, from comic to serious, in both contemporary and classical productions. Tennant’s other notable works include his portrayal of the titular character in the TV series “Broadchurch,” his voice work as Scrooge McDuck in the animated series “DuckTales,” and his role as Kilgrave in the Marvel series “Jessica Jones.” He has also made his mark on the stage, performing in numerous Shakespearean plays.

5 Interesting Facts about David Tennant

1. David Tennant changed his surname to Tennant after being inspired by Neil Tennant of the Pet Shop Boys, due to an existing David McDonald in the actors’ union Equity.

2. He is an avid fan of “Doctor Who” since childhood and was thrilled to be cast as the Doctor.

3. Tennant married Georgia Moffett, the daughter of Peter Davison, who played the Fifth Doctor on “Doctor Who.”

4. He has voiced several characters in animated series and video games, showcasing his versatility.

5. Tennant has received numerous awards for his acting, including the National Television Award for Most Popular Actor.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from David Tennant

1. “The bad guys probably get the better lines, don’t they? They always say it’s more fun to play the bad guy.”

2. “It’s always good to have a bit of a surprise up your sleeve.”

3. “I can’t imagine living in a world where I don’t get to act.”

4. “I’m a geek. I read comic books, and I was a theater nerd as a kid.”

5. “I think doing something creative is important for everyone.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

David Tennant’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $7 million.

Children

David Tennant and Georgia Moffett have five children. They have three daughters named Olive, Doris, and Birdie, and two sons named Ty (whom Tennant adopted) and Wilfred.