Mark Gatiss is a multifaceted individual, boasting a diverse range of talents that span across the realms of authorship, acting, and playwriting. Born in Sedgefield, County Durham, he began his academic journey at Bretton Hall Drama College, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree with honors in Theatre Arts.
As a member of the esteemed comedy troupe The League of Gentlemen, Gatiss was instrumental in their 1999 award-winning endeavors. Furthermore, he became deeply entrenched in the Doctor Who franchise, penning a plethora of novels and audio plays, as well as starring in a plethora of short supernatural and science-fiction films, many of which he co-created. Additionally, he co-authored three sketches for BBC2's "Doctor Who Night" in November 1999.
When Doctor Who was reimagined by Russell T. Davies and returned to television in 2005, Gatiss joined the writing team, experiencing another major success. He also co-created the BBC series Sherlock, alongside Steven Moffat, and took on the role of Mycroft Holmes in the series. Beyond his work in television, Gatiss has co-written plays for the Edinburgh Festival and has appeared in numerous theatre and radio productions.
