Staz Nair, best known for his roles in Game of Thrones and the upcoming Rebel Moon, takes on his first major leading role in the BBC crime drama Virdee. The series follows Detective Harry Virdee as he investigates the murder of a young drug dealer, facing ethical dilemmas when he enlists the help of his brother-in-law.
Staz Nair , known for his roles in Game of Thrones and the upcoming Rebel Moon , takes center stage in his first BBC crime drama, Virdee . The 33-year-old actor steps into the shoes of Detective Harry Virdee , a troubled investigator navigating the gritty underbelly of Bradford's criminal world. When a young drug dealer is murdered, Virdee embarks on a complex investigation, facing ethical dilemmas when he enlists the help of his drug kingpin brother-in-law to uncover the truth.
While this marks Staz's first major leading TV role, his journey in the entertainment industry began over a decade ago when he auditioned for The X Factor with the boyband Times Red. Though the group didn't make it to the live shows, Staz's passion for performing led him to acting, where he has steadily built a notable career. Away from the screen, Staz enjoys a private life with his architect wife, Joana Tavia, in a picturesque beach town outside Lisbon, Portugal. They tied the knot in a spring ceremony in Sintra, Portugal, and now reside near Joana's family, enjoying a peaceful retreat from the demands of show business. 'I’m here with my wife and my dog, and everything is bliss,' Staz previously shared about his Portuguese life. 'I’ve got a nice simple life; I walk my dog to the beach and I get a little local, freshly squeezed orange juice. I’m basically retired when I’m not working.' Staz's breakout role came with Game of Thrones in 2016, where he played the Dothraki horseman Qhono. Although his appearance in the global phenomenon didn't lead to the widespread recognition he hoped for, it paved the way for other opportunities, including his role as Tarak in Zack Snyder's Rebel Moon. With Virdee marking a prominent step forward in his career, Staz Nair is poised to captivate audiences with his compelling performance as the troubled detective grappling with moral complexities in a world consumed by darkness
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