Tahj Miles

Tahj Di Nero Miles is a talented English actor hailing from Hackney, London, with a rich cultural background that includes Jamaican, St Lucian, and Dominican roots. His early education began at Betty Layward Primary in Stoke Newington, after which he pursued his passion for the performing arts at the Anna Fiorentini Theatre and Film School at just seven years old. This led to him joining the Fiorentini Agency, marking the start of his professional career.

Miles made his mark on the West End stage with a role in the iconic production of *Oliver!* and later captivated audiences as Simba in *The Lion King*, where he performed for over a year. He showcased his versatility with roles in *Matilda the Musical* with the Royal Shakespeare Company and *Emil and the Detectives* at the Royal National Theatre. Additionally, he secured advertising campaigns with major brands such as Lego and Sainsbury’s.

In 2015, Miles featured in *Bugsy Malone* in the West End before furthering his education at the BRIT School for Performing Arts. His television career took off with roles in BBC's *Class Dismissed* and *Flunked*, but he gained widespread recognition for his portrayal of police officer Marlon Pryce in the popular BBC1 series *Death in Paradise*. He also appeared in Steve McQueen's acclaimed film anthology, *Small Axe*, solidifying his status as a rising star in the acting world.