Laquarn Lewis
- Actor
Laquarn Lewis is a Nottingham-born actor celebrated for his breakthrough portrayal of Elliot in CBBC's Jamie Johnson, appearing in a pivotal three-episode arc during its fifth series in 2020. Elliot is widely recognised as the first Black gay teen character on CBBC, contributing significantly to the network's inclusive storytelling.
Educated at the esteemed Nottingham Television Workshop, where talents like Vicky McClure and Bella Ramsey also trained, Laquarn was initially turned away at age 11 for lacking confidence-but persevered and returned at 17 to become a standout performer in their productions.
Recently, Laquarn stars as Lady Die in the BBC Three drama What It Feels Like for a Girl, inspired by Paris Lees's memoir and debuting June 2025. Playing Byron's glamorous, wild hearted friend in the early 2000s setting, he brings both empathy and fierce energy to a role that explores gender, queerness, friendship, and self-discovery.
Laquarn's performance has been hailed for its authenticity and emotional range, helping illuminate queer visibility and intersectionality on British television.
Educated at the esteemed Nottingham Television Workshop, where talents like Vicky McClure and Bella Ramsey also trained, Laquarn was initially turned away at age 11 for lacking confidence-but persevered and returned at 17 to become a standout performer in their productions.
Recently, Laquarn stars as Lady Die in the BBC Three drama What It Feels Like for a Girl, inspired by Paris Lees's memoir and debuting June 2025. Playing Byron's glamorous, wild hearted friend in the early 2000s setting, he brings both empathy and fierce energy to a role that explores gender, queerness, friendship, and self-discovery.
Laquarn's performance has been hailed for its authenticity and emotional range, helping illuminate queer visibility and intersectionality on British television.
