Who is Matthew Broome? All about the 'My Fault: London' star

Who is Matthew Broome? All about the 'My Fault: London' star

Matthew Broome is on his way to becoming a household name. He fulfilled his teenage dream of being a lead actor in a movie after starring in My Fault: London. In a February 2025 interview with The Italian Rêve, the heartthrob revealed the reason he said yes to the project, saying:

Bagging a leading role in a film has been my desire since I was 14. I agreed to star in My Fault: London because I knew director Charlotte Fassler and Dani Girdwood would bring its storyline to life.
Matthew Broome during a 2025 BAFTA brunch (L). The actor at the Park Lane Hotel in 2023 (R)
Matthew Broome during a 2025 BAFTA brunch (L). The actor at the Park Lane Hotel in 2023 (R). Photo: Alan Chapman, Taylor Hill (modified by author)
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Key takeaways

  • Matthew wanted to become an actor and was fascinated with cinema from a young age.
  • He auditioned for a role in The Buccaneers before finishing drama school.
  • Broome has been romantically linked with his My Fault: London co-star Asha Banks.
  • Scanty information exists about his family background, including the identity of his parents.

Matthew Broome's profile summary

Full nameMatthew James Broome
GenderMale
Date of birth24 February 2001
Age24 years old (2025)
Zodiac signPisces
BirthplaceBedford, England, United Kingdom
NationalityBritish
EthnicityMixed
ReligionChristianity
Education Caroline Chisholm School
Height6'2" (188 cm)
Hair colourBlack
Eye colourBrown
Sexual orientationStraight
Marital statusSingle
ProfessionActor
Years active2022-present
Social mediaInstagram

Matthew Broome is a native of Bedford

The actor grew up in Northampton and attended Caroline Chisholm School in Wotton. He joined the National Youth Theatre and was a member of the Northampton Musical Theatre Company's Youth Society.

Matthew earned a Bachelor of Arts in Acting from the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in 2022.

Matthew Broome's facts
Actor Matthew Broome during the 2023 CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute at The American Museum of Natural History in New York City. Photo: Cindy Ord
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He enjoyed watching animal movies growing up

When Broome was around 7 or 8, he took his friends to the famous McDonald's for his birthday party. Later, he took them to the cinema and chose a film about a superhero dog called Underdog. While speaking with The Italian Rêve, Matthew disclosed that he is an animal lover, stating:

The following year, I had another birthday party like that, where we watched Hotel For Dogs. I love anything with animals.

Broome gained traction for his portrayal of Guy Thwarte in The Buccaneers

Matthew made his professional stage debut as Jack Virtue in Scandaltown. Later, he was featured in Twelfth Night as Sebastian and The Comedy of Errors as Antipholus Ephesus.

In 2023, the actor starred in a TV series based on Edith Wharton's novel The Buccaneers. Two years later, he starred in Amazon Prime's English version of Culpa mía (My Fault: London).

Matthew Broome during The Buccaneers Season 2 2025 photocall in New York
Matthew Broome during The Buccaneers Season 2 2025 photocall in New York. Photo: John Nacion
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Insights into Matthew's My Fault: London character Nick

In the film, Nick and his step-sister Noah are romantically attracted to each other. However, they must fight their feelings as she navigates her complicated past.

During a February 2025 interview with Women's Wear Daily, Broome spoke about how he could see past Nick's stereotypical bad-boy persona.

Nick is not only young and rich but also races, street fights, and belongs to many circles. Inevitably, people have different opinions of him. But I could feel something deeper burning in him beyond the high-adrenaline lifestyle.

Matthew Broome wraps his love life details in a cloak of secrecy

On Instagram, Matthew has several posts with actress Asha Banks. Although this has sparked dating rumours, it is a promotional tactic for their film My Fault: London.

Broome has also previously been romantically linked with his The Buccaneers co-star Aubri Ibrag. While neither ever commented about the possibility of a relationship, as of June 2025, they no longer follow each other on Instagram, suggesting a break-up.

Asha Banks and Matthew Broome at the Cineworld Leicester Square in 2025 (L). Aubri Ibrag and Matthew Broome at The American Museum of Natural History in 2023 (R)
Asha and Matthew at the Cineworld Leicester Square in 2025 (L). Aubri and Broome at The American Museum of Natural History in 2023 (R). Photo: Jeff Spicer, Mike Coppola (modified by author)
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He was not always easy to find online

The actor has 933k Instagram followers as of 12 June 2025. While speaking with the Women's Wear Daily, Broome revealed that although he is trending, he has never been a poster on social media.

When we were shooting The Buccaneers, my fellow cast members tried to Google me but could not find anything. When the film came out, my sister constantly sent me TikTok edits of me. It was nice knowing that people were watching it.

In a February 2025 interview shared by AP News, Matthew commented on how he deals with online fame, saying:

Sometimes, I do not know how to react because seeing my face on TikTok is a new and interesting experience.

FAQs

At 24, Matthew Broome is making waves in the film industry. Below are some frequently asked questions about him:

How does one pronounce Matthew Broome?

Matthew is pronounced as "mat-yoo", while Broome is pronounced as "broom", with the "e" at the end being silent.

Matthew Broome at the 2024 photocall for My Fault: London (L). Asha Banks and Matthew Broome during the 2025 EE BAFTA Film Awards (R)
Matthew Broome at the 2024 photocall for My Fault: London (L). Asha Banks and Matthew Broome during the 2025 EE BAFTA Film Awards (R). Photo: Kate Green, Joe Maher (modified by author)
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Is Matthew Broome married?

The actor does not have a wife or kids. Although Broome has been romantically linked with two of his co-stars, he has never commented on his relationship status.

What age is Nick in My Fault: London?

In the film, Nick is 19, while his step-sister, Noah, is 18. When the duo meets, they have an instant attraction.

From his role in The Buccaneers to his big-screen debut in My Fault: London, fans cannot get enough of Matthew Broome. His career only shows signs of going places thanks to his acting prowess and charismatic personality.

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