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Dominic West - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | October 15, 1969 |
|---|---|
| Age | 56 |
| Birthplace | Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra - (see also Dominic West's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rooster |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Starring as Detective James 'Jimmy' McNulty on HBO's 'The Wire' and as Noah Solloway on Showtime's 'The Affair'. |
Intro
Dominic West is an English actor, director, and musician, best known for his leading roles in acclaimed television series such as 'The Wire' and 'The Affair.'
Early Life & Background
Dominic West was born into a family of Irish descent in Sheffield, England. He attended Eton College and later studied English literature at Trinity College Dublin before training at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London.
Career Highlights
- Portrayal of Jimmy McNulty on 'The Wire' (2002–2008)
- Leading role as Noah Solloway on 'The Affair' (2014–2019)
- Portrayal of Prince Charles in 'The Crown' (Season 5 and 6, 2022-2023)
- Roles in films such as '300' (2006), 'Chicago' (2002), and 'Colette' (2018)
Trivia
- Won a BAFTA TV Award for Best Actor in 2012 for 'Appropriate Adult'.
- He is fluent in French.
- West is actively involved in charity work, including participating in a 2013 charity trek to the South Pole.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Dominic West?
Dominic West is 56 years old.
When was Dominic West born?
Dominic West was born the 15 October 1969.
Where is Dominic West from?
Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England.
On His Birth-Day
About October 15th, 1969, in brief:
- Historical events: On October 15, 1969, during Game 4 of the World Series, Baltimore Orioles manager Earl Weaver was ejected for arguing balls and strikes with home plate umpire Shag Crawford. This marked the first ejection of a manager from a World Series game since 1935.
- Day of the week: October 15th, 1969 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: I Can't Get Next To You by The Temptations
- #1 UK song: I'll Never Fall In Love Again by Bobbie Gentry
- Popular movie: Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid directed by George Roy Hill
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