Chuku Modu is an English actor best known for his performances in Game of Thrones and The Good Doctor. His distinctive screen presence and versatility have earned him recognition in both television and film.
Chukuma "Chuku" Modu was born on June 19, 1990, in Hammersmith, London, United Kingdom. Raised in a culturally diverse household by a Nigerian-German father and Anglo-Irish mother, Modu displayed an early interest in both sports and the arts. He began boxing at the age of 12 and frequently visited the theater, particularly London's Globe Theatre, where he developed a deep appreciation for stage performance. It was this exposure to live drama that inspired his interest in acting.
Determined to hone his craft, Modu pursued formal training at Richmond Drama School in 2012, located in the southwestern borough of Greater London. His academic foundation in performance prepared him for a career across a range of screen genres.
Chuku Modu began his professional acting journey with small roles in short films such as The Dawn, The Last Days of Margaret Thatcher, and Loft No. 5. He made his feature film debut in 2016 with a minor role as a Mauritian waiter in Warner Bros.' romantic drama Me Before You.
His breakout came later that year when he was cast as Aggo in HBO’s hit series Game of Thrones, a role that brought him international attention. In 2017, he expanded his television portfolio by appearing as a Flying Squad Leader in the crime comedy-drama web series Snatch.
That same year, he took on one of his most notable television roles, portraying Dr. Jared Kalu in the first season of ABC’s medical drama The Good Doctor. Playing an ambitious surgical resident, Modu's performance contributed to the show's early success. Though he did not return for the second season, his portrayal left a lasting impression on viewers. Contrary to some rumors, Modu did not reprise his role in subsequent seasons, and as of now, a return to the series appears unlikely.
In 2019, Modu appeared in Marvel Studios’ blockbuster Captain Marvel, portraying the character Soh-Larr. Acting alongside prominent cast members including Brie Larson, Samuel L. Jackson, and Ben Mendelsohn, the role further solidified his growing profile in mainstream cinema.
In addition to acting, Chuku Modu has explored screenwriting and producing. He co-wrote the 2016 short film Heavy Weight and is credited as writer and executive producer of Freedom’s Name Is Mighty Sweet. These ventures reflect his broader creative ambitions within the entertainment industry.
Since 2014, Modu has been in a committed relationship with Coral Alice Natale. Coral is a design enthusiast and the co-founder of a London-based style and fashion consultancy. The couple maintains a relatively private personal life, though their partnership reflects a shared appreciation for creativity and artistry.
While exact figures vary, Chuku Modu’s estimated net worth is in the range of $1 to $2 million. His income is primarily derived from his work in film and television, supplemented by his screenwriting and producing roles.
| Birth Date: | 19 Jun, 1990 |
| Age: | 30 yrs |
| Occupations: | Actor Film actor Screenwriter |
| Citizenship: | United Kingdom |
| Birth Place: | London |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | British actor |
| Net Worth 2021: | 1 million |
