Jeremy Irons - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | September 19, 1948 |
|---|---|
| Age | 77 |
| Birthplace | Cowes, Isle of Wight, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also Jeremy Irons's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Academy Award-winning roles in "The Mission," "Reversal of Fortune," and voice work as Scar in Disney's "The Lion King." |
Intro
Jeremy Irons is a British actor acclaimed for his versatile performances in film, television, and theatre. With a career spanning over five decades, he is known for his distinctive voice and commanding screen presence, earning prestigious awards including an Academy Award, Golden Globe, and Emmy.
Early Life & Background
Jeremy Irons was born on September 19, 1948, in Cowes on the Isle of Wight, England. He attended Sherborne School in Dorset and trained at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School, where he developed his passion for acting. Before launching his international career, Irons performed with the Bristol Old Vic and in several notable West End productions.
Career Highlights
- Won the Academy Award for Best Actor for 'Reversal of Fortune' (1990)
- Voiced Scar in Disney's animated classic 'The Lion King' (1994)
- Received Emmy and Golden Globe Awards for his performance in the miniseries 'Elizabeth I' (2005)
- Starred in acclaimed films such as 'The French Lieutenant's Woman' (1981), 'The Mission' (1986), 'Dead Ringers' (1988), and 'Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice' (2016) as Alfred Pennyworth
- Known for prominent stage performances, including roles at the Royal Shakespeare Company and West End
Trivia
- Irons is one of a select group of actors to have won the 'Triple Crown of Acting': an Oscar, Emmy, and Tony Award.
- He is an avid supporter of environmental and humanitarian causes.
- Jeremy Irons is also known for his distinctive baritone voice, recognized in various voice-over projects and narrations.
FAQs
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Jeremy Irons is 77 years old.
Jeremy Irons was born the 19 September 1948.
Cowes, Isle of Wight, England, UK.
On His Birth-Day
About September 19th, 1948, in brief:
- Day of the week: September 19th, 1948 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Buttons and Bows by Dinah Shore
- Popular movie: Johnny Belinda directed by Jean Negulesco
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