Matthew Wolfenden (actor)

Matthew Wolfenden (born 5 May 1980) is an English actor. He is best known for portraying the role of David Metcalfe in the ITV soap opera Emmerdale (2006–2024).

Wolfenden was born in Norwood Green, West Yorkshire. He was educated at Brighouse High School.

Career
Wolfenden was a member of the British gymnastics squad until, aged 16, he fell whilst practising on the rings and broke his back. This prevented his continuing gymnastics and he turned to acting.

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Category:1980 births
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Category:English television actors
Category:Soap opera actors
Category:Actors from West Yorkshire