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Brendan Coyle - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 02, 1963 |
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| Age | 62 |
| Birthplace | Corby, Northamptonshire, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius - (see also Brendan Coyle's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rabbit |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Playing John Bates in 'Downton Abbey' |
Intro
Brendan Coyle is a British-Irish actor best known for his role as John Bates in the critically acclaimed television series 'Downton Abbey.' He has also appeared in notable films and theater productions, earning recognition and awards for his performances.
Early Life & Background
Brendan Coyle was born to an Irish father and Scottish mother. He was raised in Northamptonshire and later trained in drama in Dublin, Ireland at Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts and at the Drama Centre London.
Career Highlights
- Played John Bates in 'Downton Abbey' (2010–2015), a role that earned him a Primetime Emmy Award nomination and a Screen Actors Guild Award.
- Starred as Nicholas Higgins in the BBC miniseries 'North & South' (2004).
- Received the Olivier Award for Best Performance in a Supporting Role for 'The Weir' (1999).
- Appeared in films such as 'The Jacket' (2005), and 'The Raven' (2012).
Trivia
- Brendan Coyle is the great-nephew of football manager Sir Matt Busby.
- He holds dual citizenship: British and Irish.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Brendan Coyle?
Brendan Coyle is 62 years old.
When was Brendan Coyle born?
Brendan Coyle was born the 2 December 1963.
Where is Brendan Coyle from?
Corby, Northamptonshire, England, UK.
On His Birth-Day
About December 2nd, 1963, in brief:
- Historical events: Raúl Leoni of the Democratic Action party secured victory in the Venezuelan presidential election, defeating Rafael Caldera and five other challengers in a competitive political contest.
- Day of the week: December 2nd, 1963 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Dominique by The Singing Nun
- #1 UK song: She Loves You by The Beatles
- Popular movie: The Great Escape directed by John Sturges
Check the link for more news and curiosities on December 2nd, 1963.