Alex Lanipekun enrolled at Crowland Junior School, St Aidan's Primary School, and Rokesly Junior School. Afterward, Alex went to Westminster College. Likewise, His major subjects were English, Psychology, History, Religious Studies and Drama.
Further, Lanipekun achieved a degree in Anthropology at the University College London. As well as enrolled at the "The Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts". Likewise, Lanipekun associated financially with many arts Charities and Foundations like The Actors' Charitable Trust.
At the age of thirteen, Alex gave an auditioned for the National Youth Music Theater. Then, he appeared in the movie, Bugsy Malone as a supporting role. Plus, he was the member of the MOBO, music of Black Origin-nominated UK Hip-Hop collective, 'ONE''.
After then, Alex Lanipekun's career took a turn after he appeared in the British-Canadian thriller film, The Fourth Angela as a role of Mugger 2. Following this, Alex featured in numerous movies like Clash of the Titans, Blitz, Dead Europe, Second Coming, Legacy and much more
Alex made his television debut through the British television drama series, Spooks as Ben Kaplan. However, Alex gained a wide recognization from his fans after appearing in the series, 24; Live Another Day as James Harman.
Following this, he gave his outstanding performance in the American spy thriller television series, Homeland as Hank Bonham. Along with this, Alex featured in numerous theater such as Eyes Catch Fire, Wig Out, Dimetos, Hamlet and many others.
Moving towards his personal life, Alex was in a relationship with his ex-boyfriend, Oona Chaplin, a Spanish actress. Unfortunately, after a couple of months, the pair ended their beautiful relationship with a divorce.
Alex belongs to the white ethnicity and holds a British nationality. He earns an enormous amount of money through his profession. Although the exact figure of his net worth and salary is yet to reveal he must earn in millions of dollars.