Corey Mylchreest is the 27-year-old British actor who has become 2025’s most searched-for breakout star, thanks to his role as Jamie Davenport in Netflix’s My Oxford Year. Here’s what’s actually known about his age, real name, relationship status, and the details he’s keeping private.
Born: 8 May 1998 ·
Birthplace: Waltham Forest, London, England ·
Education: Royal Academy of Dramatic Art ·
Known for: My Oxford Year (2025) ·
Instagram: @coreymylchreest
Quick snapshot
- Born 8 May 1998 in Waltham Forest, London (IMDb)
- Graduated from Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in 2020 (Primetimer)
- Starring in My Oxford Year (2025) as Jamie Davenport (Netflix Official Trailer)
- Instagram handle is @coreymylchreest (IMDb)
- Ethnicity (not publicly disclosed)
- Relationship with Freddie Dennis (unconfirmed)
- Marital status (no public information)
- Height (reported as 6′ / 1.83 m on IMDb, not independently verified)
- Languages spoken beyond English (no information)
- Net worth (not publicly available)
- 1998: Born in London (Madame Figaro)
- 2020: Graduated RADA with BA in Acting (Madame Figaro)
- 2025: Stars in My Oxford Year on Netflix (Madame Figaro)
- 2026: Upcoming film Hostage reported by Madame Figaro
- My Oxford Year streaming on Netflix — his breakout role (Madame Figaro)
- Next project: Hostage (2026) according to Madame Figaro
- Fans speculate about his personal life; no official statements (Madame Figaro)
Eight biographical facts at a glance, one pattern: most of what’s public is professional — personal details remain tightly guarded.
Here’s the biographical profile as currently documented across entertainment databases and press coverage.
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Corey Mylchreest |
| Date of Birth | 8 May 1998 |
| Place of Birth | Waltham Forest, London, England |
| Nationality | British |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Education | Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (BA Acting, 2020) |
| Known For | My Oxford Year (2025) |
| @coreymylchreest |
The pattern here is consistent: professional milestones are documented, while personal identifiers like ethnicity and relationship status remain outside the public record.
Are Corey and Freddie together?
This is the question that dominates fan forums and social media. Corey Mylchreest and Freddie Dennis played Brimsley and Reynolds in Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story, a chemistry that led many viewers to wonder if the on-screen bond extended off-screen. According to USCastOf, a secondary entertainment writeup, there is no public confirmation of a romantic relationship between the two actors.
What is the nature of their relationship?
They co-starred in a Bridgerton story game, but neither has publicly addressed the nature of their friendship. Primetimer notes that Mylchreest is private about his personal life, and no official statement has been made.
Are they dating?
Speculation persists, but evidence is thin. A secondary report from USCastOf also mentions that any link to My Oxford Year co-star Sofia Carson remains unconfirmed. The pattern: fans want a romance narrative, but the actor hasn’t provided one.
The implication: without a direct statement from Mylchreest or Dennis, the relationship question can’t be answered with certainty. The available sources point to a professional connection, not a confirmed partnership.
What is Corey Mylchreest’s ethnicity?
What nationality is Corey Mylchreest?
He is English. IMDb lists his place of birth as Waltham Forest, London, England, and his nationality as British. Cosmopolitan UK confirms he was born in London’s Leytonstone in 1998. His ethnic background, however, has not been publicly disclosed.
What this means: ethnicity is a personal detail Mylchreest hasn’t chosen to share. It’s not unusual for a rising star early in their career, but it leaves a gap for fans who want a fuller picture of his background.
Is Corey Mylchreest married?
Does Corey Mylchreest have a partner?
There is no public information about a wife or husband. Primetimer describes him as private about his personal life, and multiple sources confirm no known partner.
Who is Corey Mylchreest dating?
Rumors circulate — Freddie Dennis, Sofia Carson — but nothing has been confirmed. The USCastOf writeup states that speculation about a relationship with his My Oxford Year co-star remains unconfirmed. The same applies to Dennis.
The trade-off: fans who want a love story will have to wait. Mylchreest’s silence on the topic suggests he prioritizes his craft over public romance.
Is Corey Mylchreest his real name?
What is Corey Mylchreest’s full name?
According to IMDb biography, his birth name is Corey Robert Mylchreest. That makes “Corey Mylchreest” his legal name, not a stage name.
Does he use a stage name?
No evidence of a stage name. He uses his full birth name professionally. The surname Mylchreest is unusual — possibly of Manx or Cornish origin — but it’s his real name.
Why this matters: in an industry where many actors adopt pseudonyms, Mylchreest’s authenticity extends to his identity. There’s no artifice in his name.
What languages does Corey Mylchreest speak?
Does Corey Mylchreest speak any other languages besides English?
He is a native English speaker. There is no publicly available information about him speaking other languages. No interviews or bios mention fluency in French, Spanish, or any other language. The Cosmopolitan UK profile, which includes a detailed interview, does not touch on multilingualism.
The catch: if he does speak another language, he hasn’t talked about it. For now, English is the only confirmed language.
Corey Mylchreest is a native English speaker with no public record of additional languages. Fans hoping for a multilingual heartthrob will need to wait for more interviews.
Confirmed facts vs. what’s still unclear
Confirmed facts
- Born 8 May 1998 in Waltham Forest, London (IMDb)
- Graduated RADA in 2020 (Primetimer)
- Starring in My Oxford Year (2025) as Jamie Davenport (Netflix Official Trailer)
- Instagram handle @coreymylchreest (IMDb)
- Legal name is Corey Robert Mylchreest (IMDb biography)
- British nationality (IMDb)
What’s still unclear
- Ethnicity
- Relationship with Freddie Dennis
- Marital status
- Height (reported 6′ / 1.83 m on IMDb, not independently verified)
- Languages beyond English
- Net worth
- Relationship with Sofia Carson (speculation only)
The asymmetry is the story: six verified professional facts against seven personal unknowns. That gap is exactly why the rumor mill keeps turning.
“I’ve always been drawn to characters that feel real, with a bit of mystery — that’s what makes them interesting.”
— Corey Mylchreest, in an interview with Cosmopolitan UK
“Playing Jamie was a chance to explore charm and vulnerability at the same time.”
— Corey Mylchreest, speaking to Madame Figaro
For the British acting scene, the arrival of Corey Mylchreest is a reminder that old-fashioned leading-man charisma still works on streaming platforms. The choice for fans is clear: enjoy the work he’s putting out, or wait for the personal details he’s choosing to keep private.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Corey Mylchreest’s height?
IMDb lists him at 6′ (1.83 m), but this is not independently verified.
What is Corey Mylchreest’s net worth?
No public information about his net worth is available.
Does Corey Mylchreest have siblings?
No information about siblings has been publicly disclosed.
What is Corey Mylchreest’s zodiac sign?
Born 8 May 1998, his zodiac sign is Taurus.
What is Corey Mylchreest’s next project?
He is set to appear in Hostage (2026), according to Madame Figaro.
How did Corey Mylchreest start acting?
He trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, graduating in 2020, as reported by Primetimer.
Is Corey Mylchreest in Bridgerton?
He played a role in the Bridgerton story game, but not the main series.
Does Corey Mylchreest have a girlfriend?
No confirmed relationship. Rumors with Freddie Dennis and Sofia Carson remain unconfirmed.
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