Is Ncuti Gatwa Gay?

Ncuti Gatwa does not disclose his sexual orientation but openly identifies as LGBTQIA+.

Ncuti Gatwa is a versatile, talented actor. Ncuti gained worldwide recognition for his outstanding performance as Eric in the popular Netflix series Sex Education. In the show, he portrays Eric Effiong, who is Otis Milburn's best friend and a much-loved character. His exceptional acting in this role earned him a BAFTA Scotland Award for Best Actor in Television and three BAFTA Television Award nominations for Best Male Comedy Performance.

Apart from Sex Education, Gatwa also appeared in two mini-series, where he played Dougie in Stonemouth and had a minor role in Bob Servant. He also took on the role of Timidius in Horrible Histories: The Movie in 2019.

How old is Ncuti Gatwa?

Ncuti Gatwa was born on October 15, 1992, which makes him 30 years old. He has roots in both Rwanda and Scotland. He spent his childhood in Edinburgh, Scotland, even though his parents originally came from Rwanda. Ncuti and his family had to leave Rwanda as refugees due to the genocide when he was just a toddler. They settled in Oxgangs and Fife in Scotland.

Before achieving fame in television, Ncuti pursued his passion for acting by studying at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, specializing in theater. He has been part of significant theater productions, including playing Demetrius in A Midsummer Night's Dream at Shakespeare's Globe in London.

What did Ncuti Gatwa say about his sexuality?

In a recent interview with Elle UK, Ncuti Gatwa does not explicitly discuss his sexuality, however, he shares his views on gender identity and labels. Gatwa expresses that he doesn't believe in labeling himself. He embraces the idea that clothing doesn't need to be strictly categorized by gender.

He discussed his feelings about clothing, particularly how wearing a corset made him feel masculine, and his belief that clothing doesn't need to be labeled as "men's" or "women's." Throughout the interview, Gatwa emphasizes the importance of representation and inclusivity in the entertainment industry.

He dismisses critics who have labeled his casting in certain projects as "box-ticking," stating that people need to be seen and that diversity enriches everyone's experiences. While he does not disclose his own sexual orientation, Gatwa acknowledges the significance of his portrayal of Eric, a gay character in "Sex Education," in terms of representation and its positive impact on viewers.