Will Sharpe

Will Sharpe is a British-Japanese actor, director, writer, and producer who has emerged as one of the most distinctive creative forces in contemporary British and international television. Born William Tomomori Sharpe on January 23, 1986, in London, England, he is of Japanese and British descent. He spent part of his childhood in Tokyo before returning to England, where he attended Winchester College and later studied Classics at Cambridge University before transitioning to a career in the performing arts.

Sharpe first gained attention as the creator, writer, director, and star of the Channel 4 comedy-drama Flowers (2016-2018), a darkly comic series about a dysfunctional family dealing with mental health issues. The show was praised for its unique tone and visual style, establishing Sharpe as a multi-talented force in British television. He also gained recognition for his acting role in the BBC/Netflix series Giri/Haji (2019), a crime drama that bridged London and Tokyo, perfectly suited to his bicultural background.

Sharpe’s career reached a major breakthrough when he was selected to direct the third season of HBO’s The White Lotus (2025), the critically acclaimed anthology series created by Mike White. Directing the entire season, set in Thailand, Sharpe brought his distinctive visual sensibility and nuanced character work to the high-profile project. The season was a massive critical and commercial success, drawing millions of viewers and further establishing the series as one of HBO’s flagship properties.

In addition to The White Lotus, Sharpe has directed the feature film The Electrical Life of Louis Wain (2021), starring Benedict Cumberbatch, and has continued to act in various projects. His unique combination of acting, directing, and writing abilities, along with his bicultural perspective, has made him one of the most in-demand creative talents in the industry. By 2026, his estimated net worth is approximately $3 million.