Matthew McCooey, known professionally as Matt McCooey, is a British-Japanese actor, director, and writer recognized for his long-running portrayal of the kind-hearted Detective Constable Bill Wong in the television series Agatha Raisin.
McCooey has also directed and written short films while appearing in productions such as EastEnders, Thomas & Friends (voice), and various stage Shakespeare adaptations.
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| Real Name: | Matthew McCooey |
| Stage Name: | Matt McCooey |
| Born: | 27 May 1981 (age 45 years old) |
| Place of Birth: | Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan |
| Nationality: | Japanese |
| Parents: | Chris McCooey and Kumiko Aoki |
| Occupation: | Actor, Director, and Writer |
| Net Worth: | $1–3 million |
Early Life and Education
Matthew McCooey was born on 27 May 1981 in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, to English freelance journalist and author Chris McCooey and Japanese mother Kumiko Aoki. Details about siblings remain undisclosed.
He studied acting at Aberystwyth University in Wales and graduated from the Drama Studio London in 2004. His ethnicity is Mixed English and Japanese, and his religion is not publicly known.
Career
Matthew McCooey began his career in theater after training, appearing in multiple Shakespeare productions including Romeo and Juliet, Twelfth Night, King Lear, and A Midsummer Night’s Dream. He made his screen debut in EastEnders and built experience through various British television roles.
McCooey achieved major recognition with his casting as DC Bill Wong in Agatha Raisin (2014–2022), becoming a series regular in the popular cozy mystery adaptation. He has also contributed as a director and writer on short films such as Limbo (2012) and Billy: Thoughts of a Substitute (2011), while lending his voice to projects like Thomas & Friends.
Matt McCooey‘s later work continues with acting, directing, and writing projects that showcase his versatility. His bicultural background and consistent performances have earned him a respected place in British television and independent filmmaking.
Social Media
- Instagram Handle: @matthewy_mccooey
Personal Life
Matthew McCooey keeps his personal life private, with no publicly disclosed spouse, partner, or children. He maintains a low profile outside of his professional work, occasionally sharing creative updates on social media.
Filmography
- Agatha Raisin (2014–2022)
- EastEnders
- Thomas & Friends (voice)
- Limbo (2012, director)
- Billy: Thoughts of a Substitute (2011)
- Various Shakespeare stage productions (2004–2009)
Net Worth
Matthew McCooey has an estimated net worth of $1–3 million USD. His primary income sources come from his long-running role as DC Bill Wong in Agatha Raisin, alongside other acting, directing, and writing projects in television, theater, and independent film.