White was born in Wandsworth, London, England.[1][2] His mother, Lana White, was an editor in the publishing industry, and his father was involved in urban design.[3] His mother suffered from multiple sclerosis and died in 2002, when White was 17.[4] He was educated at Alleyn's School and studied Sociology at the University of Sussex.[5][6][7] White has two younger brothers, Hugo and Will. His mother and grandmother were Palestinian.[8] White is a lifelong supporter of Fulham F.C..[9]
White was a founding member of the British indie rock band The Maccabees. He played the guitar, piano, and provided backing vocals. The band announced that they decided to disband in August 2016.[10]
On 5 August 2016, along with Morad Khokar, White launched Yala! Records, at Bermondsey Social Club. The label aims to provide both a step up and a network of support for upcoming bands.[11][12]
On 15 November 2017, White along with Greg James and Jimmy Anderson, began hosting a cricketing podcast Tailenders. This was initially a weekly podcast covering the 2017–18 Ashes series; since 23 May 2018 it was renewed to continue on a weekly basis.[13]
He wrote the memoir, on cricket, music, and loss, It's Always Summer Somewhere.[14] It was abridged and broadcast on BBC Radio 4, narrated by White, in January 2022.[15]
On 17 August 2023, Felix and Hugo White unveiled their first single, "Worn Out Buildings," as part of their new musical project, 86TVs. Band members included their younger brother, Will, and drummer Jamie Morrison, known for his previous work with the bands Noisettes and Stereophonics.[16]
