Olly Rix is a British actor known for stage work with the Royal Shakespeare Company and for television roles in Call the Midwife and Casualty.
He was born on 14 February 1985 and is 41 years old as of 21 February 2026.
Early life and education
Olly Rix studied at Oxford University. Oxford University He later trained in acting at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art.
He first took part in university drama while studying English literature. His early stage experience at university led him to professional training. These steps shaped his path into professional theatre and screen work.
Stage career
Rix began his professional career onstage. He performed with the Royal Shakespeare Company in multiple productions. He appeared in plays such as Richard II and Marat/Sade. His early stage work included touring and classical roles.
Theatre work gave him a base in classical acting. That experience supported his later television casting. Reviews and cast lists for those productions list him as part of the ensemble on key RSC seasons.
Television career
Olly Rix moved into television from theatre. His TV credits span British and international shows. He made early TV appearances before gaining larger roles.
Key television roles
- Death Comes to Pemberley — early TV credit.
- Our Girl — he played Captain Bones McClyde in series three.
- Of Kings and Prophets — notable screen role as David.
- The Spanish Princess — he played Edward Stafford across both series.
- Call the Midwife — he joined as Matthew Aylward and was a regular cast member from series 10 onwards.
- Casualty — he was announced as joining the cast in 2025 as Flynn Byron.
For each show, casting announcements and episode credits list his character names and series details. Those public records confirm his steady work on primetime scripted TV.
Film and short work
Rix has credits in short films and television films. His earliest professional credit dates to a short released in 2010. He also appeared in the television film The Machine and in single-episode roles across drama series. These credits appear on professional filmographies and casting databases.
Training and acting approach
Rix trained formally at a recognised drama school. That training focused on voice, movement, and classical text. His early stage roles with the Royal Shakespeare Company reflect that training. Reviews and interviews note his comfort with classical and period material.
Producers and casting notes list him for roles that require classical technique and adaptable screen presence. That consistency explains his casting in both historical drama and contemporary television.
Selected credits and timeline
The following list presents notable credits in chronological order where public records list him on cast or production pages.
- 2009: small television appearance.
- 2010: short film credit.
- 2011–2013: stage roles with touring companies and the Royal Shakespeare Company.
- 2017: television film The Machine.
- 2018: Our Girl, series role.
- 2019–2020: The Spanish Princess.
- 2021–2024: Call the Midwife, series regular Matthew Aylward.
- 2025: cast in Casualty as Flynn Byron.
Each credit above is recorded in industry databases and press releases. Those sources confirm character names and series involvement.
Age and official records
Public biographies list his birth date as 14 February 1985. Using that date, his age is 41 on 21 February 2026. This matches biographical entries on major reference pages.
Media coverage and public statements
Major outlets have reported on Rix’s casting changes and career moves. Coverage has included interviews and casting announcements. The Independent reported on a public response between the show makers and Rix related to his exit from a series. Radio Times published an interview when he joined Casualty. These pieces document both his career steps and public comments.
Press coverage is factual and focused on career developments. It rarely details private matters beyond what the actor shares publicly. Use primary interviews for personal quotes when available.
Personal life
Rix keeps his private life largely out of formal press statements. Public profiles focus on his work and training. Reliable sources do not provide an extensive public record of family details. When personal life details are published by tabloids, verify them against primary or established outlets before treating them as fact.
Professional reputation and reliability
Industry pages and reputable press list him as a reliable character actor. Casting directors place him in roles that require a strong stage background. His repeated casting in period drama indicates a professional reputation for classical work.
How this information is sourced
This article uses public records, industry databases, cast lists, and press reporting to describe verified facts. Where press items reported new casting or public responses, those items are cited. For career dates, training, and major credits, industry databases and encyclopedic pages supply the primary record.
Quick reference — facts at a glance
- Full name: Olly Rix.
- Date of birth: 14 February 1985.
- Age: 41 (as of 21 February 2026).
- Training: Oxford University and London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art.
- Notable stage work: Royal Shakespeare Company productions.
- Notable TV roles: The Spanish Princess, Call the Midwife, Casualty.
