William Moseley (actor)
He stepped through a wardrobe into childhood stardom, forever remembered as the noble Peter Pevensie in the Narnia film trilogy.
Born 1987 (age 39)·British actor·Birthday: April 27·Millennials
Biography
William Moseley's life changed at seventeen when he landed the role of Peter Pevensie, the high king of Narnia. The trilogy, beginning with 'The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe,' catapulted him into the global spotlight, defining his early career. After Narnia, he deliberately sought diverse projects to avoid being typecast, taking on roles in independent films and a starring turn as the rebellious Prince Liam in the glossy drama 'The Royals.' His career path reflects a conscious navigation of early fame, balancing mainstream appeal with a desire for creative exploration in smaller, character-driven stories.
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.
William was born in 1987, 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 William Was Born
The biggest hits of 1987
#1 Movie
Three Men and a Baby
Best Picture
The Last Emperor
#1 TV Show
The Cosby Show
William's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1987Born
Black Monday stock market crash
Gas: $0.90/galHome: $72,400Min wage: $3.35/hrPresident: Ronald Reagan"Walk Like an Egyptian" — The BanglesBest Picture: The Last Emperor
1992Started school
LA riots after Rodney King verdict
Gas: $1.13/galHome: $84,300Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: George H.W. Bush"End of the Road" — Boyz II MenBest Picture: Unforgiven
2000Became a teenager
Y2K passes without incident; contested Bush-Gore election
Gas: $1.51/galHome: $119,600Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Breathe" — Faith HillBest Picture: Gladiator
2003Could drive
US invades Iraq; Human Genome Project completed
Gas: $1.59/galHome: $146,000Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"In Da Club" — 50 CentBest Picture: The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King
2005Could vote
Hurricane Katrina devastates New Orleans; YouTube launches
Gas: $2.30/galHome: $167,500Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"We Belong Together" — Mariah CareyBest Picture: Crash
2008Turned 21
Barack Obama elected first Black US president; financial crisis
Gas: $3.27/galHome: $153,100Min wage: $6.55/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Low" — Flo RidaBest Picture: Slumdog Millionaire
2017Turned 30
#MeToo movement; solar eclipse crosses the US
Gas: $2.42/galHome: $195,000Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"Shape of You" — Ed SheeranBest Picture: The Shape of Water
2026Age 39 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Won a Kids' Choice Award for his role as Peter Pevensie in 'The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.'
- Starred as a series regular for four seasons on E!'s original scripted series 'The Royals.'
- Nominated for a Saturn Award for Best Performance by a Younger Actor for his work in 'The Chronicles of Narnia.'
Did You Know?
He was cast as Peter Pevensie after sending in an audition tape he made with his mother.
He is a trained horse rider, a skill he used extensively in the Narnia films.
He is an ambassador for the environmental charity Surfers Against Sewage.
“Playing Peter Pevensie taught me about the weight of leadership and protecting your siblings.”
