Joan ITV star Frank Dillane's life off screen from famous dad and music career

Frank Dillane has charmed viewers by playing the charismatic criminal Boisie in ITV drama Joan.

The 33 year old actor, known for his role as Tom Riddle in the Harry Potter series, has won new fans thanks to his portrayal of the antiques expert and thief.

In the six-part drama, Boisie forms a bond with jewel thief Joan Hannington as they embark on a string of high-stakes heists in the 1980s.

The show has been hit with controversy after some said that the programme glamorises crime. Reflecting on the controversy, Frank said: "I think when you don't have much and you have certain cards that you're dealt. She lifted diamonds off people that had a lot of money. I think we can forgive her for that, personally that's where I stand.

"I guess, in this show, a mother's love can transcend morality. I think that's also what we tap into."

Aged 33, Frank has had a busy life of acting thanks to his famous father and even has the time to play in a band. Here is inside the life of Joan star Frank Dillane and his career breakthrough.

Early life and career of Frank Dillane

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As the son of renowned actor Stephen Dillane and actress-director Naomi Wirthner, Frank was born into a world of acting. Born in London on April 21, 1991, he spent his early years in Brixton before moving to Forest Row in East Sussex.

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Frank's entry into the film industry began at a young age, making his debut in 1997 film Welcome to Sarajevo alongside his father.

He later honed his craft at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London, paving the way for his notable role as the young Lord Voldemort in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, reports the Mirror.

Frank worked with his father again in the flick Papadopoulos & Sons, about self-made millionaire Harry, who loses his cash and reunites with his estranged brother to re-open their family’s fish and chips shop.

His breakout role was as drug-addicted Nick Clark in The Walking Dead spin-off Fear the Walking Dead. Fans loved his character and they were saddened when he suddenly died in the show and departed the series.

Frank acted alongside Thor star Chris Hemsworth in Ron Howard’s December epic In the Heart of the Sea and Viena and the Fantomes with The Bear actor Jeremy Allen White. He also appeared in Sense8, The Essex Serpent and Renegade Nell.

Frank's latest breakout role is playing antiques expert and criminal Boisie, where he teams up with Joan Hannington in the ITV drama Joan.

Who is Frank Dillane's famous dad?

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Stephen Dillane, Frank's father, is best known for his role as Stannis Baratheon in Game of Thrones and Leonard Woolf in The Hours. He has appeared in numerous films and TV shows, including Goal, Zero Dark Thirty, Darkest Hour, Boxing Day, Soldier Soldier, A Touch of Cloth, The Crown, Vigil, Kaos, and Sherwood.

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Frank Dillane attends the launch of new ITV series Joan, at Jack Solomons Club in London. (Image: 2024 PA Media, All Rights Reserved)

Despite his success in acting, Frank also has musical talents and was the lead singer and bass player for the band Tinker Wright.

The group's performances can be found on YouTube and they have released a number of EPs. However, it remains uncertain whether the band is still active.

Joan ITV star Frank Dillane's life off screen from famous dad and music career

Joan ITV star Frank Dillane's life off screen from famous dad and music career

Joan ITV star Frank Dillane's life off screen from famous dad and music career

Joan ITV star Frank Dillane's life off screen from famous dad and music career

Joan ITV star Frank Dillane's life off screen from famous dad and music career