About

Known credits:
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Birthday:
1981-02-14
Place of birth:
Portsmouth, England, UK
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Will Buxton

Overview

Will Buxton, born on February 14, 1981, in Portsmouth, England, is a renowned British motorsport journalist and broadcaster. He began his career in 2002 with the Official Formula 1 Magazine, serving as a staff writer until its closure in 2004. In 2008, Buxton became the editor of GPWeek, a digital motorsport magazine, and provided live commentary for the GP2 Series and GP2 Asia Series. His expertise led him to roles as a pit-lane reporter for Speed Motorsports Channel and NBC Sports, covering Formula 1 and IndyCar races. In 2018, Buxton joined Formula 1 as the sport's first Digital Presenter, hosting features on the official F1 YouTube channel, including "Paddock Pass." He is also known for his appearances in the Netflix series "Formula 1: Drive to Survive," providing insights into the sport's inner workings.

Beyond broadcasting, Buxton authored "Grand Prix: An Illustrated History of Formula 1," published in August 2024, offering a comprehensive look at the sport's evolution. His contributions have made him a respected figure in motorsport journalism, known for his engaging reporting and deep knowledge of Formula 1.

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Acting

2025 F1 Actor Will Buxton 73
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2023 Gran Turismo Actor Race Commentator 74
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2022 Beyond All Limits Actor self 70
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2020 How the 2012 Season Was Won Actor Narrator (voice) N/A
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2017 Yellow Yellow Yellow: The Indycar Safety Team Actor Narrator 58
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2011 He's Done It Again: The Official Review Of The 2011 FIA Formula One World Championship Actor Narrator (self) N/A
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2010 Sebastian's Coming Of Age: The Official Review Of The 2010 FIA Formula One World Championship Actor Narrator (self) N/A
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