Who Is Danny Griffin?
Danny Griffin, whose full name is Daniel Patrick Griffin, is an English actor, model and stuntman who has become widely known for his work on streaming platforms and in period drama. Many viewers first noticed him as Sky, the loyal and quiet young man in the Netflix fantasy series Fate: The Winx Saga, and more recently he has reached a new audience as Jolyon “Jo” Forsyte Jr. in The Forsytes, a lavish drama made for PBS Masterpiece. His career shows a steady move from small television parts to leading roles in both fantasy and classic literary adaptations.
Because the name is fairly common, it helps to be clear about which person this article covers. There is also a Northern Irish footballer called Danny Griffin who was born in 1977, and an American soccer player with the same name who was born in 1998. This article is only about the English actor, who is the person most people are looking for when they search for this name online.
Danny Griffin at a Glance
Griffin was born in London on 2 July 1997. A small number of listings give the date as 2 June, but 2 July appears most widely, so it is the one used here. He works as an actor, a model and a stuntman. His height is usually given as about six feet, which is roughly 1.85 metres, although his modelling agency lists a slightly taller figure of 186 centimetres. His best-known roles are Sky Silva in Fate: The Winx Saga and Jolyon Forsyte Jr. in The Forsytes.
Early Life and Background
Griffin grew up on a farm in Cornwall in the south-west of England, and he has four sisters. Life on a farm meant that he spent a great deal of time around animals, and this later shaped his early working life, because he worked as a stable hand and trained as a stuntman, with horse riding being one of the skills that interested him most. At sixteen he left Cornwall and moved to London to follow his dream of acting, which is a big step for any teenager and one that suggests a strong sense of purpose from an early age.
He made his stage debut at the age of seventeen in an immersive production of The Railway Children at a theatre in London’s King’s Cross in 2015, and after that he turned his attention to film and television. Alongside acting, he also took on modelling work, and he is currently listed with a London modelling agency.
How His Career Began
Griffin’s earliest screen work came in 2017, when he appeared in a single episode of the Netflix horse-themed series Free Rein, playing a character named Danny. In 2018 he took a part in a British Christmas film, Surviving Christmas with the Relatives, and in 2019 he appeared in the teen comedy series So Awkward as Hunter Phillips. These were modest roles, but they gave him valuable experience on professional sets and helped him build a showreel that led to bigger opportunities.
His first widely noticed film credit was in Guy Ritchie’s crime comedy The Gentlemen, where he played a character named Aslan in a cast that included Matthew McConaughey and Hugh Grant. Appearing in a well-known director’s film at such an early stage gave his career real momentum. In 2020 he also played Shane in Get Even, a British teen thriller series that was released on BBC iPlayer and Netflix.
Fate: The Winx Saga and Global Recognition
The turning point came when Griffin joined Fate: The Winx Saga, a live-action fantasy drama from Netflix based on the animated series Winx Club. He played Sky Silva, a character who stands opposite Abigail Cowen’s Bloom, the fire fairy at the centre of the story. The show was released in 2021 and ran for two seasons before Netflix cancelled it, but it gained a large international audience in that time, and it is still the project most closely linked with his name.
The role also changed his public profile in a lasting way. His agency now lists around one million followers on his Instagram account, although he has said himself that he does not use social media very actively, and he joined the fan video platform Cameo in 2022 as a simple way to thank fans for their support.
Recent Work: Hallmark, Comedy and Interactive Drama
After the fantasy series ended, Griffin showed that he could work across several genres. In early 2024 he played Detective Jesse Whyte in Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers, a Hallmark mystery film set in the Gilded Age, in which he worked alongside Ali Skovbye. The same year he took the role of Owen in Drugstore June, a comedy feature that also features Esther Povitsky, Bobby Lee and Beverly D’Angelo.
He has also been linked with Hello Stranger, an interactive project from writer and director Paul Raschid whose cast includes George Blagden, Christina Wolfe and Laura Whitmore. Taken together, these projects show an actor who is willing to try mystery, comedy and experimental storytelling rather than repeat the same type of part.
The Forsytes: His Biggest Role Yet
Griffin now plays Jolyon “Jo” Forsyte Jr. in The Forsytes, a period drama inspired by John Galsworthy’s famous Forsyte Saga novels. The story is set in 1880s London and follows a wealthy family, and it covers events that take place before those described in the original books. His character is the bohemian son of Jolyon Forsyte Sr., who is played by Stephen Moyer, and he is caught between a marriage to the status-conscious Frances, played by Tuppence Middleton, and his deep feelings for Louisa Byrne, a Soho dressmaker played by Eleanor Tomlinson. The wider cast includes Francesca Annis, Jack Davenport, Millie Gibson and Joshua Orpin.
The series was shown in the United Kingdom on Channel 5 in 2025, and its six-episode first season began on PBS Masterpiece in the United States on Sunday, 22 March 2026. Episodes were also made available through the PBS app and the PBS Masterpiece channel on Prime Video. It was renewed for a second season before the first one had even aired, and PBS has since confirmed that Season 2 is due to premiere in 2027, with filming already complete. The programme has also been renewed for a third season.
Danny Griffin Movies and TV Shows List
The list below brings together his main credits in order of release.
- 2017: Free Rein (Netflix series), as Danny
- 2018: Surviving Christmas with the Relatives (film)
- 2019: So Awkward (series), as Hunter Phillips
- 2019: The Gentlemen (film), as Aslan
- 2020: Get Even (series), as Shane
- 2021 to 2022: Fate: The Winx Saga (Netflix series), as Sky Silva
- 2024: Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers (TV film), as Detective Jesse Whyte
- 2024: Drugstore June (film), as Owen
- 2025: Hello Stranger (interactive project)
- 2025 to present: The Forsytes (series), as Jolyon “Jo” Forsyte Jr.
Release years for a few titles differ slightly between databases, mostly because of the gap between a project’s first release in one country and its release in another, so the years above follow the most commonly listed dates.
Is Danny Griffin in the Fourth Wing TV Series?
Many fans have asked whether Griffin will appear in the television adaptation of Rebecca Yarros’s Fourth Wing, because a photo of him reading one of the books on Instagram led to online speculation. As of the most recent information available, there has been no official announcement from Amazon MGM Studios, the author or any confirmed production source that links him to the project. Reading a popular book proves nothing about casting, so this should be treated as fan speculation until an official statement says otherwise.
What Is Next for Danny Griffin?
The clearest answer is The Forsytes, since Season 2 has already been filmed and is expected in 2027, with a third season also confirmed. That means audiences can expect to see Jo Forsyte’s story continue for several more years. Beyond that, no other major new project has been officially announced for him, so the best way to follow his work is to check official announcements from the studios and his verified social media accounts.
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Danny Griffin?
He was born on 2 July 1997, which makes him 29 years old as of October 2026.
Where is Danny Griffin from?
He was born in London and grew up on a farm in Cornwall before moving back to London at sixteen to pursue acting.
What is Danny Griffin best known for?
He is best known for playing Sky in Fate: The Winx Saga and Jolyon Forsyte Jr. in The Forsytes.
Was Danny Griffin in The Gentlemen?
Yes, he played Aslan in Guy Ritchie’s film, which starred Matthew McConaughey and Hugh Grant.
Is Fate: The Winx Saga coming back?
No, Netflix cancelled the series after two seasons, so Sky’s story on that show has ended.
Is The Forsytes renewed for another season?
Yes, Season 2 is scheduled for 2027 on PBS Masterpiece, and a third season has also been ordered.
Final Thoughts
Danny Griffin’s path from a Cornish farm to international television is an interesting one, and it shows how a mix of hard work, practical skills and good timing can shape a career. With a second and third season of The Forsytes ahead, he is well placed to remain a familiar face on screen for years to come.
Disclaimer
This article is written for general information and entertainment purposes only. It is based on publicly available sources that were reviewed at the time of writing, but release dates, cast details, ages and project status can change or differ between sources, so readers should confirm important details with official channels. This article is not affiliated with, endorsed by or connected to Danny Griffin, his representatives, Netflix, PBS, Channel 5 or any other company mentioned. Names and titles belong to their respective owners, and no private or personal information beyond what is publicly reported has been included.
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