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Andrew Scott

Andrew Scott - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornOctober 21, 1976
Age49
BirthplaceDublin, Ireland
Zodiac SignLibra - (see also Andrew Scott's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacDragon
GenerationGeneration X
Known ForPlaying Jim Moriarty in BBC's 'Sherlock', the 'Hot Priest' in 'Fleabag', prominent stage performances in London and New York.

Intro

Andrew Scott is an acclaimed Irish actor known for his versatile roles in television, film, and stage. He gained international recognition for his portrayal of Jim Moriarty in the BBC series 'Sherlock' and 'The Hot Priest' in 'Fleabag.' Scott has received critical acclaim and numerous awards for his performances across different media.

Early Life & Background

Andrew Scott was born and raised in Dublin, Ireland. He attended Gonzaga College, a Jesuit secondary school. He displayed an early interest in acting and participated in drama classes and youth theatre. He later trained at Dublin’s Abbey Theatre.

Career Highlights

  • Portrayed Jim Moriarty in BBC's 'Sherlock' (2010–2017)
  • Played the 'Hot Priest' in 'Fleabag' (2019)
  • Starred in 'His Dark Materials' as Colonel John Parry (2020)
  • Won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Supporting Actor for 'A Girl in a Car with a Man' (2005)
  • Received a Critics' Choice Television Award nomination for 'Fleabag'
  • Has performed in numerous acclaimed stage productions including 'Present Laughter' and 'Hamlet'

Trivia

  • Openly gay, Scott is a vocal advocate for LGBTQ+ rights.
  • Named as one of The Irish Times' greatest film actors in 2020.

FAQs

People also ask

How old is Andrew Scott?

Andrew Scott is 49 years old.

When was Andrew Scott born?

Andrew Scott was born the 21 October 1976.

Where is Andrew Scott from?

Dublin, Ireland.

On His Birth-Day

About October 21st, 1976, in brief:

  • Historical events: On October 21, 1976, Saul Bellow was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature for his contributions to literature, particularly for his exploration of the human condition. Bellow's works have had a lasting impact on American literature.
  • Day of the week: October 21st, 1976 was a Thursday
  • Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: If You Leave Me Now by Chicago
  • #1 UK song: Mississippi by Pussycat
  • Popular movie: Rocky directed by John G. Avildsen

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andrew_Scott_(actor)
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0778831/