Danny Lee Wynter

Danny Lee Wynter
Wynter in 2009 or earlier
Born
Danny Lee Wynter

(1982-05-25) 25 May 1982
Barking, London, England
OccupationActor
Years active2006–present

Danny Lee Wynter (born 25 May 1982) is a British actor, playwright, and activist.

He is best known for playing the lead in Stephen Poliakoff's BBC films Joe's Palace (2007) and Capturing Mary (2007), and also for appearing in Dominic Cooke's 2021 National Theatre revival of The Normal Heart, for which he was nominated for an Olivier Award for Best Supporting Actor. Mainly recognised for his stage work, he began his professional training while ushering at the Royal Court Theatre.

His writing has appeared in numerous publications including The Stage Newspaper, The Huffington Post, The Guardian and The Evening Standard.

His debut play, Black Superhero, opened at the Royal Court Theatre in 2023. His second play, Ilford Boy, is due to open at the Donmar Warehouse in October 2026.