When you grow up watching your parents and siblings work as actors on set, the urge of getting into the movie industry comes on its own. Louis Ashbourne Serkis, the little star of The Kid Who Would Be King, a modern-day Arthurian legend adventure, is one such example. Louis' parents Andy Serkis and Lorraine Ashbourne are some of the top names in English Cinema.
In addition, Louis Serkis' siblings are also performers. The little actor grew up watching his family work on set. Hence, needless to mention he has acting in his blood.
So let's get familiar with the youngest child of the Serkis-Ashbourne couple, whose work is anticipated in the British movie industry.
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Louis Grew Up On Film Sets
Louis Ashbourne Serkis whose full name is Louis George Ashbourne Serkis was born on June 19, 2004. He was raised in Haringey, London, England. Despite being engaged in the cinema, he also attends the Highgate School, a private school in London. And at the time he happens to be busy shooting, he manages it by learning from a tutor on set.
The Current War actor is the youngest child of the celebrity couple Andy Serkis and Lorraine Ashbourne. Louis Serkis' father played Ulysses Klaue in Black Panther, Gollum in The Lord of the Rings series, and Snoke in a few Star Wars movies. Andy is an award-winning actor, but so are Louis' other family members.
Louis' mother Lorraine Ashbourne is well-known for her roles in movies such as King Kong, Child 44, and Breathe. Similarly his aunt Jayne Ashbourne is also an actress, who is most notably known for the movies, Gold and Loop.
Sonny Ashbourne Serkis is the youngest child of the celebrity couple Andy Serkis and Lorraine Ashbourne. Image Source: Louis Ashbourne Serkis' Instagram.
Moreover, Louis seems to be a lively child in his real life also. The Highgate student stated that he loves meeting his friends and going to the movies. In addition, he also loves watching Arsenal and adores playing soccer.
Undeniably Louis' childhood might have been luxurious, but we see it must have been fun-filled also. Growing up with your siblings sure is a treat and a remembrance for a lifetime. Hence we believe, Louis grew up under immense love from his elder sister Ruby Ashbourne Serkis and brother Sonny Ashbourne Serkis.
Though the young Londoner had to spend most of his time in sets, the little Serkis has never been away from his family's love and care.
Louis Ashbourne Serkis Net Worth And Career
Louis first became acquainted with the camera when he was 7. Andy Serkis' son reminisces, how the small part he played for the first time, got deleted later. However, he now is emerging as one of the promising actors of the upcoming generation with his incredible acting.
On being asked, the young actor stated the idea of him getting into the movies first crossed his mind when he was 6. The Kid Who Would Be King actor added, he gave his first audition in his school uniform only. The reason was he was on his way home from school, when Louis Ashbourne Serkis' mother Lorraine, called him to attend the screen test.
Hence, that's how Louis started appearing in high production movies from an early age. He has also appeared in many TV series also such as Taboo and The Queen's Gambit.
The worldwide collections of some of the high-budget movies he featured in are as follows.
Movies | Worldwide Collections |
Alice Through The Looking Glass | $299 million |
The Current War: Director's Cut | $12 million |
Mary And The Witch's Flower | $42 million |
The Kid Who Would Be King | $32 million |
The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey | $1.017 billion |
No wonder Louis is making it big, be it in terms of establishing his name or accumulating wealth. And, looking at the above figure, Louis Ashbourne Serkis' net worth is probably significant.
Furthermore, actors in the United Kingdom earn an average pay of £23,803, or $31K. As a result, we assume that these annual sums played a role in Louis Serkis' fortune throughout his early years. Though it is only his starting, we can see a huge amount of money waiting to be in his name in the near future.
Moreover, Louis' father Andy Serkis holds a net worth of $18 million. Similarly his mother Lorraine and elder siblings, Ruby and Sonny are also owners of good wealth.
Hence from the young actor of the Ashbourne-Serkis clan, we expect the same kind of output in terms of earnings. And with his increasing involvement in the film industry, we might see a big increment in Louis Ashbourne Serkis' net worth in the coming days.
Is Louis Ashbourne Serkis Single?
Unlike Louis' brother Sonny Ashbourne Serkis, Louis seems to be a little more open about his whereabouts. Though we are not intending to say he is currently involved with someone, it could be the case. But since the British actor is still exploring the big limelight and camera world, we doubt if Andy Serkis' son has enough time to date someone.
Andy Serkis' son, Louis Ashbourne Serkis, is currently focusing on his acting career. Image Source: Andy Serkis' Instagram.
Having said that, it would be noble of us to give Lorraine Ashbourne's son the appropriate time for figuring out what is suitable for him. And, down the line, we would surely be waiting to get introduced to Louis Ashbourne Serkis' girlfriend.
The anticipated TV series of Louis, No Return, with his portrayal of the character Noah, is in post-production. Hence all our hopes and good wishes are with the future star.
Trivia
- Louis Ashbourne Serkis is a pet lover. He has two cats, Dilly and Teddy.
- Captain America is Louis' favorite superhero.
- Louis stated that if he were to get a chance to work with actor Mark Wahlberg, then he would surely say yes.
- Louis and his siblings Ruby Ashbourne Serkis and Sonny Ashbourne Serkis appeared in The Hobbit.