Steven Moffat

Date of Birth: November 18, 1961

Zodiac Sign: Scorpio

Biography

Steven Moffat is a highly acclaimed Scottish television writer and producer, best known for his work on the science fiction series “Doctor Who” and the modern-day Sherlock Holmes adaptation “Sherlock.” Born in Paisley, Scotland, Moffat initially pursued a career in education before transitioning to television writing. He first gained recognition with the sitcom “Press Gang” in the late 1980s, which earned him a BAFTA award. His knack for creating compelling, character-driven stories soon landed him larger projects. In 2004, Moffat began writing for “Doctor Who,” contributing some of the most memorable episodes of the revived series, including “Blink” and “The Empty Child.” His success led to his appointment as the showrunner in 2009, a role he held until 2017. Under his leadership, the show expanded its global fanbase and achieved new heights of critical and commercial success. Moffat also co-created and wrote for “Sherlock,” which starred Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman. The series was a modern retelling of Arthur Conan Doyle’s classic detective stories and received widespread acclaim for its innovative storytelling and strong performances.

5 Interesting Facts about Steven Moffat

1. Steven Moffat is married to television producer Sue Vertue, and the couple often collaborates on various projects.

2. He has won several awards for his writing, including Hugo Awards for his work on “Doctor Who.”

3. Moffat scripted the first episode of “Doctor Who” to feature the Eleventh Doctor, played by Matt Smith, and the Twelfth Doctor, played by Peter Capaldi.

4. He co-created the series “Dracula” (2020) with Mark Gatiss, which offered a fresh take on Bram Stoker’s classic novel.

5. Before his television career took off, Moffat was a schoolteacher, teaching English at Cowdenknowes High School in Greenock, Scotland.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Steven Moffat

1. “We’re all stories, in the end. Just make it a good one, eh?”

2. “The universe is big. It’s vast and complicated and ridiculous. And sometimes, very rarely, impossible things just happen and we call them miracles.”

3. “The very powerful and the very stupid have one thing in common. Instead of altering their views to fit the facts, they alter the facts to fit their views.”

4. “The one thing you never put in a trap, if you’re smart, if you value your continued existence, if you have any plans about seeing tomorrow, is me.”

5. “I always say, ‘If you want to know how to write, read everything, and then forget it.’”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Steven Moffat’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $30 million.

Children

Steven Moffat and Sue Vertue have two children, Joshua and Louis Moffat. Joshua has made a few appearances in his father’s shows, including a cameo in “Doctor Who.”