Which actor portrays Gregory House in House M.D.?

Hugh Laurie portrays Gregory House in House M.D.

Laurie is an English actor who played the title character throughout the series’ eight-season run. His performance combined House’s diagnostic brilliance, physical pain, dry humor, and antagonistic bedside manner.

The role made Laurie internationally famous and earned him two Golden Globe Awards for Best Actor in a Television Series—Drama. He also received multiple Primetime Emmy Award nominations for playing House.

Before House M.D., Laurie was widely known in Britain for comedy, especially through his work with Stephen Fry. He later appeared in films and television projects and released music as a singer and pianist. The character House remains one of his most recognized roles.