| Richard Madden hails from Elderslie, Scotland. |
| At age 11, he joined PACE Youth Theatre to boost his confidence. |
| Madden grappled with shyness and body insecurities growing up. |
| He faced bullying over his weight during high school. |
| While at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, Madden collaborated with The Arches and Glasgow Repertory Company. |
| He took on roles in plays like 'Tom Fool' at Citizens Theatre in Glasgow. |
| During his time at the Royal Conservatoire, he performed in 'Romeo and Juliet' at Shakespeare’s Globe in London. |
| In 2010, he voiced the character ‘Curley’ in the radio play 'Of Mice and Men.' |
| Madden portrayed ‘Elliot’ in the 2011 short film ‘Strays.' |
| From 2011 to 2013, he starred as ‘Robb Stark’ in 'Game of Thrones.' |
| Madden has appeared in TV shows like 'Birdsong' (2012), 'Bodyguard' (2018), and is set for 'Citadel' in 2023. |
| His portrayal of PS David Budd in 'Bodyguard' took a toll on him emotionally. |
| Madden has contributed his voice to video game characters and narrated documentaries. |
| He has been romantically involved with actors and models. |
| Madden sports a white patch of hair due to poliosis. |
| He is noted for his tendency to avoid goodbyes at the conclusion of projects. |
