Warwick Davis is an English actor, television presenter, writer, director, and producer. He is best known for his performances as the title character in the film Willow and for his work in the Leprechaun film series.
Warwick Davis was born in Epsom, Surrey, England, to Susan J. (née Pain) and Ashley Davis. His father worked as an insurance agent. Warwick was born with a rare genetic condition called spondyloepiphyseal dysplasia congenita (SED), a form of dwarfism that affects bone growth and results in short stature. He attended the City of London Freemen's School for his education.
Davis's entry into acting came at the age of 11 when his grandmother heard a radio advertisement seeking individuals under four feet tall to appear in Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi. A devoted fan of the franchise, Davis auditioned and was cast as an Ewok. Originally, Kenny Baker was set to play Wicket, the lead Ewok, but due to illness, director George Lucas selected Davis to fill the role. This opportunity became his breakout performance and launched his career in film.
Warwick Davis went on to appear in several significant roles in film and television. He played the title character in Willow (1988), directed by Ron Howard and produced by George Lucas, which became one of his most iconic performances. He later starred as the mischievous and sinister title character in the horror-fantasy Leprechaun film series.
In addition to these roles, Davis has appeared in multiple entries in the Star Wars saga, including portraying characters such as Wicket the Ewok in later films and other minor roles across the franchise. He was also featured prominently in the Harry Potter film series, portraying both Professor Filius Flitwick and the goblin Griphook, showcasing his versatility as a character actor.
Beyond film, Davis has made notable contributions to television as both a presenter and actor. His work includes comedy series created with Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant as well as hosting game and panel shows. He is also an advocate for actors with disabilities and has co-founded the talent agency Willow Management, which focuses on representing actors under five feet and over seven feet tall.
| Birth Date: | 3 Feb, 1970 |
| Age: | 50 yrs |
| Occupations: | Actor Film actor Stage actor Television actor |
| Citizenship: | United Kingdom |
| Birth Place: | Epsom |
| residence: | Yaxley Epsom |
| Education: | City of London Freemen's School |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | English actor and television presenter |
| Twitter Id: | WarwickADavis |
| Net Worth 2021: | 10 million |
