Sebastian Croft is a BAFTA nominated actor of English and Greek descent, best known for his portrayal of Ben Hope in Heartstopper (2022). He has been acting professionally since the age of seven. His BAFTA nomination came in 2019 for the lead role of Atti in Horrible Histories: The Movie - Rotten Romans (2019). He appeared in Season Six of Game of Thrones (2011) playing the role of Young Ned Stark. In 2023 he led Sir Richard Eyre's 4000 Miles opposite Dame Eileen Atkins.