Taylor Fay
Taylor Fay (born c. 2013–2016) is a British child actor, best known for his roles in the Netflix series Shadow and Bone (2021) and the Amazon Prime mini-series Last Light (2022). Fay's acting career began in 2021 and has since expanded with his role in the ITV series Changing Ends (2023–2024), where he portrays a younger version of comedian Alan Carr's brother. Fay is represented by LSI Talent and has gained a fan following for his performances in both drama and comedy genres.
Early Life
Taylor Fay was born in Lancashire, England, around 2013–2016.[1]
Fay was discovered by talent agent Carol Wilson after a home video of him surfaced online, which led to his representation by LSI Talent. He has four siblings.
Career
Taylor Fay began his acting career in 2021 when starred as Sam Yeats in the Amazon Prime thriller mini-series Last Light. The show, which also featured actors Matthew Fox and Joanne Froggatt, premiered in September 2022. Fay filmed for several months in Prague. [3]
In 2022 Fay appeared in the Netflix fantasy series Shadow and Bone (Season 2). Fay played the role of Alby Rollins, a minor but significant character in two episodes. Fay filmed this role in Budapest.
Fay's most recent project is the ITV autobiographical comedy series Changing Ends (2023–2024), where he portrays Gary Carr, the younger brother of comedian Alan Carr. Fay has appeared in both Series 1 and 2. Seasons 3 and 4 of the series are in production and Fay is set to continuing his portrayal of Gary Carr.
Filmography
[4]Personal Life
Taylor Fay is a student and attends primary school. Fay also plays football at a grassroots level. Taylor Fay started acting aged 8. Fay is the youngest of five siblings, he resides in Lancashire with his mother and father.
Reception
Taylor Fay has garnered positive attention for his performances in both drama and comedy roles. His portrayal of Alby Rollins in Shadow and Bone (2021)and his role as Sam Yeats in the Amazon Prime series Last Light (2022) . BuzzFeed described Fay's performance in *Last Light* as "the cutest, most charismatic child star since Jacob Tremblay,".[5]
We got this covered described Fay as "inherently disarming". [6]
In Fays role as Gary Carr in the ITV series Changing Ends (2023–2024), his performance has been well-received by both critics and fans of the show.
References
- ↑ "Rising young Burnley actor Taylor Fay stars in Netflix number one show *Shadow and Bone*". Burnley Express. 2023-04-17. Retrieved 2023-06-23.
- ↑ "Taylor Fay". Tresa Magazine. 2023-07-26. Retrieved 2023-06-23.
- ↑ "Dennie Gordon Interview". ComingSoon.net. 2023-06-20. Retrieved 2023-06-23.
- ↑ "Taylor Fay - IMDb". IMDb. Retrieved 2023-06-23.
- ↑ Matthew Huff (2023-06-15). "The Best Peacock Shows To Watch Right Now". BuzzFeed. Retrieved 2023-06-23.
- ↑ "Review: *Last Light* is an Eco-Thriller With a Pulse". We Got This Covered. 2023-08-24. Retrieved 2023-06-23.
- ↑ Huff, Matthew (March 30, 2023). "Best Peacock Shows". BuzzFeed.
- ↑ Barraclough, Leo (June 18, 2022). "Monte Carlo Television Festival: 'Last Light' Premiere with Matthew Fox, Joanne Froggatt". Variety.
- ↑ Petski, Diane (October 21, 2021). "'Last Light' Peacock Limited Series Cast Includes Tom Wlaschiha, Amber Rose Revah, Victor Alli, and Taylor Fay". Deadline.
- ↑ Radish, Christina (September 7, 2022). "Matthew Fox and Joanne Froggatt Talk 'Last Light' and Their Characters' Emotional Journeys". Collider.
- ↑ Spiridonova, Ekaterina. "Interview with Taylor Fay". Adar Magazine.
- ↑ Stevenson, Amelia (July 26, 2023). "Interview with Taylor Fay". Tresa Magazine.
- ↑ Topel, Fred (September 8, 2022). "8 Things to Know About *Last Light*". Rotten Tomatoes.
- ↑ Plunkett, Sue (20 March 2023). "Rising young Burnley actor Taylor Fay stars in Netflix number one show *Shadow and Bone*". Burnley Express. Retrieved 23 July 2025.
- ↑ Plunkett, Sue (4 July 2022). "Burnley schoolboy to appear in new TV mini-series with stars of *Lost*, *Game of Thrones*, and *Downton Abbey*". Burnley Express. Retrieved 23 July 2025.
- ↑ Plunkett, Sue (22 August 2022). "Burnley schoolboy set for fame in new TV mini-series with stars of *Lost*, *Game of Thrones*, and *Downton Abbey*". Burnley Express. Retrieved 23 July 2025.
- ↑ McGee, Sarah (18 July 2024). "Burnley boy playing Alan Carr's brother in ITV *Changing Ends*". Lancashire Telegraph. Retrieved 23 July 2025.
- ↑ McGee, Sarah (22 March 2023). "Burnley school boy features in Netflix and Alan Carr ITV show". Lancashire Telegraph. Retrieved 23 July 2025.
- ↑ Moss, Molly (12 July 2024). "*Changing Ends* cast: Meet the stars of the ITV sitcom". Radio Times. Retrieved 23 July 2025.
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| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Shadow and Bone | Alby Rollins | 2 episodes (Season 2) |
| 2022 | Last Light | Sam Yeats | 5 episodes |
| 2023–2024 | Changing Ends | Gary Carr | Series 1,2,3 and 4 |
