Colin Morgan

Colin Morgan (b. 1 January 1986) is an Irish actor who portrays the title character of the BBC television series Merlin.

Merlin is Morgan's first major TV acting role. His previous credits have included the Doctor Who episode "Midnight" (as Jethro), and an episode of The Catherine Tate Show.

Trivia

 * According to Anthony Head, Colin Morgan is allergic to tomatoes, which presumably makes filming difficult for him, considering the frequency at which Merlin is thrown in the stocks. He's also lactose intolerant and a vegan.
 * Colin Morgan shares the same birthday as co-star, Holliday Grainger.