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Ed Speleers

Ed Speleers - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornApril 07, 1988
Age37
BirthplaceChichester, West Sussex, England, UK
Zodiac SignAries - (see also Ed Speleers's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacDragon
GenerationMillennial Generation
Known ForPortraying the title character in 'Eragon,' Jimmy Kent in 'Downton Abbey,' and Stephen Bonnet in 'Outlander.'

Intro

Ed Speleers is an English actor and producer best known for his leading role in the 2006 fantasy film 'Eragon' and his subsequent appearances in acclaimed television series such as 'Downton Abbey' and 'Outlander.'

Early Life & Background

Ed Speleers was born in Chichester, West Sussex, England. He attended Eastbourne College, where he began to show an interest in acting and performed in school plays prior to his professional debut.

Career Highlights

  • Starred as the title character in the fantasy film 'Eragon' (2006)
  • Played Jimmy Kent in the award-winning TV series 'Downton Abbey' (2012–2014)
  • Portrayed Stephen Bonnet in 'Outlander' (2018–2020)
  • Appeared in the TV series 'You' (2023)
  • Produced several short films

Trivia

  • Besides acting, Ed Speleers has worked as a producer on various short films.
  • He was nominated for a Screen Actors Guild Award as part of the 'Downton Abbey' ensemble cast.

FAQs

People also ask

How old is Ed Speleers?

Ed Speleers is 37 years old.

When was Ed Speleers born?

Ed Speleers was born the 7 April 1988.

Where is Ed Speleers from?

Chichester, West Sussex, England, UK.

On His Birth-Day

About April 7th, 1988, in brief:

  • Historical events: On April 7, 1988, the New Jersey Devils faced the New York Islanders in the first game of their inaugural playoff series, marking a historic moment for the franchise.
  • Day of the week: April 7th, 1988 was a Thursday
  • Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Get Outta My Dreams, Get Into My Car by Billy Ocean
  • #1 UK song: Heart by Pet Shop Boys
  • Popular movie: Die Hard directed by John McTiernan

Check the link for more news and curiosities on April 7th, 1988.

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ed_Speleers
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1900779/