Reece Noi
A British-Ghanaian actor who navigated from UK school dramas to the brutal politics of King's Landing in Game of Thrones.
Born 1988 (age 38)·British actor·Birthday: June 13·Millennials
Biography
Reece Noi cut his teeth in the gritty, realistic world of British television drama, appearing in long-running series like 'Grange Hill' and 'Waterloo Road' while still a teenager. This foundation in character-driven storytelling prepared him for a global stage. His role as Mossador, a freed slave turned revolutionary in Meereen on 'Game of Thrones', introduced him to an international audience, portraying a character caught in the violent tide of Daenerys Targaryen's rule. He later demonstrated his range in the critically acclaimed Netflix miniseries 'When They See Us,' delving into the American justice system. Noi's career reflects a deliberate path through complex, socially conscious narratives.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Reece was born in 1988, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Reece Was Born
The biggest hits of 1988
#1 Movie
Rain Man
Best Picture
Rain Man
#1 TV Show
The Cosby Show
Reece's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1988Born
Pan Am Flight 103 bombed over Lockerbie
Gas: $0.90/galHome: $74,800Min wage: $3.35/hrPresident: Ronald Reagan"Faith" — George MichaelBest Picture: Rain Man
1993Started school
European Union officially established
Gas: $1.11/galHome: $86,600Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"I Will Always Love You" — Whitney HoustonBest Picture: Schindler's List
2001Became a teenager
September 11 attacks transform the world
Gas: $1.46/galHome: $126,400Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Hanging by a Moment" — LifehouseBest Picture: A Beautiful Mind
2004Could drive
Indian Ocean tsunami kills over 230,000
Gas: $1.88/galHome: $157,300Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Yeah!" — UsherBest Picture: Million Dollar Baby
2006Could vote
Twitter launches; Pluto reclassified as dwarf planet
Gas: $2.59/galHome: $174,700Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Bad Day" — Daniel PowterBest Picture: The Departed
2009Turned 21
Michael Jackson dies; Bitcoin created
Gas: $2.35/galHome: $148,500Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Boom Boom Pow" — The Black Eyed PeasBest Picture: The Hurt Locker
2018Turned 30
Royal wedding of Harry and Meghan; Parkland shooting
Gas: $2.72/galHome: $211,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"God's Plan" — DrakeBest Picture: Green Book
2026Age 38 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Portrayed Mossador, a key follower of Daenerys Targaryen, in the hit HBO series 'Game of Thrones'.
- Starred in the Emmy-nominated Netflix drama 'When They See Us' about the Central Park Five case.
- Played recurring roles in two major BBC school drama series, 'Grange Hill' and 'Waterloo Road'.
- Appeared in the feature film 'The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey' alongside Samuel L. Jackson.
- Performed on stage in productions at London's prestigious Royal Court Theatre.
Did You Know?
He is of Ghanaian descent.
He began his acting career at the age of 14.
He is also a musician and songwriter.
He trained at the Identity School of Acting in London.
His character Mossador was executed by Daenerys Targaryen for killing a prisoner in 'Game of Thrones'.
“The work is in finding the truth of a person, not just playing a version of yourself.”
