Niles Fitch
Niles Fitch (born July 12, 2001) is an American actor best known for his role in NBC series This Is Us.
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Born | Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. | July 12, 2001
Occupation | Actor |
Years active | 2011–present |
Personal life
Fitch was born in Atlanta, Georgia to parents of African-American descent. His father (a financial advisor) and his mother (an attorney), encouraged his excitement of smiling for the camera by securing his first talent agent at 3 years old. His family moved to New York City so he could pursue acting and currently lives in Los Angeles, California. His father, Frederick, died from lupus when Niles was 12 years old.[1][2]
Career
Fitch started print modeling when he was four years old. His first job was in a back-to-school ad for Parisian. He then made his stage debut in 2012 North American tour of The Lion King as Young Simba's replacement. He also played Emmanuel in 2014 Off-Broadway show, Our Lady of Kibeho.[3][4]
He made his television debut with a guest appearance in Tyler Perry's House of Payne, followed by a recurring role in Season 7 of Army Wives. His film credits include St. Vincent and Roman J. Israel, Esq.[5]
Fitch was cast to play a young version of Randall Pearson in NBC series This Is Us, a role that has won him an ensemble Screen Actors Guild Award. He, along with the rest of the teenage cast, was promoted to series regular from Season 2 onwards.[6]
Fitch is set to star in upcoming films If Not Now, When?[7] and Miss Virginia.[8] In May 2019, it was announced that Fitch would play the role of Prince Tuma in Disney+ film Secret Society of Second-Born Royals.[9]
Filmography
Film
Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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2014 | St. Vincent | Brooklyn | |
2017 | Roman J. Israel, Esq. | Langston Bailey | |
2019 | If Not Now, When? | Michael | |
2019 | Miss Virginia | James | |
2020 | Secret Society of Second Born Royals | Prince Tuma | Disney+ film; in post-production |
Television
Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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2011 | Tyler Perry's House of Payne | Tommy Brooks | Episode: "Do the Fight Thing" |
2013 | Army Wives | Deuce | Recurring role (season 7), 9 episodes |
2015 | Law & Order: Special Victims Unit | Keon Williams | Episode: "Transgender Bridge" |
2016 | Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt | Tyler | Episode: "Kimmy Meets a Celebrity!" |
2016 | Best Friends Whenever | Elliott | Episode: "Girl Code" |
2016 | Mistresses | Noel | 4 episodes (season 4) |
2016–present | This Is Us | 15–17 Year Old Randall | Recurring role (season 1); main role (season 2–) |
2019 | Drunk History | Michael Patrick | Episode: “Good Samaritans” |
2019 | Atypical | Lacrosse Sam | 3 episodes |
Stage
Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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2012 | The Lion King | Young Simba (replacement) | North American tour |
2014 | Our Lady of Kibeho | Emmanuel | Pershing Square Signature Center, Off-Broadway |
Awards and Nominations
Year | Award | Category | Work | Result | Ref. |
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2012 | Young Artist Awards | Best Performance in a TV Series - Guest Starring Young Actor Ten and Under | Tyler Perry's House of Payne | Nominated | |
Best Performance in Live Theater - Young Actor | The Lion King, North American Tour | Nominated | |||
2018 | Gold Derby Awards | Ensemble of the Year | This Is Us | Nominated | [10] |
2019 | Screen Actors Guild Awards | Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series | Won | [11] | |
References
- Pearl, Matthew (June 1, 2018). "'He sacrificed all that, why should I stop' - 'This Is Us' star reflects on father's guidance". 11 Alive. Retrieved June 6, 2019.
- Roschke, Ryan (January 27, 2019). "This Is Us Actor Niles Fitch Shares a Powerful, Personal Story Backstage at the SAG Awards". Popsugar. Retrieved June 6, 2019.
- "WHEN I GROW UP: Niles Fitch Makes the Leap from Pride Rock to "This Is Us"". Young Broadway Actor News. March 14, 2017. Retrieved June 6, 2019.
- Purcell, Carey (September 30, 2014). "Casting Announced for Katori Hall's Our Lady of Kibeho; Michael Greif Directs". Playbill. Retrieved June 7, 2019.
- Brolley, Brittany. "What you don't know about the kids on This Is Us". The List. Retrieved June 7, 2019.
- Miller, Victoria (September 25, 2017). "'This Is Us' Teens Talk Working With Their Older And Younger Alter Egos For Season 2". Inquisitr. Retrieved June 7, 2019.
- N'Duka, Amanda (July 11, 2018). "Mekia Cox & Meagan Holder Join Meagan Good In Sisterhood Film 'If Not Now, When'". Deadline. Retrieved June 7, 2019.
- "Major Actors Round Off Star-Studded "Miss Virginia" Cast". Moving Picture Institute. April 18, 2018. Retrieved June 7, 2019.
- Morales, Wilson (May 9, 2019). "This Is Us Actor Niles Fitch Joins Cast Of Disney+ Original Movie 'Secret Society of Second Born Royals'". Blackfilm. Retrieved June 6, 2019.
- "2018 Gold Derby TV Awards winners: 'Versace' and 'Handmaid's Tale' are top winners, but 'Game of Thrones' takes Best Drama". Gold Derby. September 6, 2018. Retrieved June 7, 2019.
- Schnurr, Samantha (January 28, 2019). "The This Is Us Cast Had an Unforgettable Time at the 2019 SAG Awards". E! News. Retrieved June 7, 2019.
External links
- Niles Fitch on IMDb