Biography: Tom Sharp is a British actor known for his leading role as the enigmatic Merlin in the upcoming fantasy drama series The Pendragon Cycle (2025), based on the books written by Stephen R. Lawhead. Sharp, without any representation at the time, landed himself the lead after applying independently to a worldwide casting call. Born Thomas George Clark (2nd November 1989), Sharp chose his grandmother's maiden name before embarking on an acting career. Before his television debut, Sharp's first appearances were in indie films and the theatre.