Jonathan Rhys Meyers - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 27, 1977 |
|---|---|
| Age | 48 |
| Birthplace | Dublin, Ireland |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo - (see also Jonathan Rhys Meyers's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Snake |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Actor known for 'Velvet Goldmine', 'Bend It Like Beckham', 'Match Point', and his Golden Globe-winning performance as Elvis Presley in 'Elvis', as well as his role as King Henry VIII in the TV drama series 'The Tudors'. |
Intro
Jonathan Rhys Meyers is an Irish actor best known for his roles in the film 'Velvet Goldmine', as King Henry VIII in the TV series 'The Tudors', and for his portrayal of Elvis Presley in the miniseries 'Elvis'. He is recognized for his intense performances and striking screen presence.
Early Life & Background
Jonathan Rhys Meyers was born in Dublin and raised in County Cork, Ireland. His birth name is Jonathan Michael Francis O’Keeffe. He was raised Catholic and was expelled from school at age 16, after which he began auditioning for films.
Career Highlights
- Breakout role in 'Velvet Goldmine' (1998).
- Played Brian Slade in 'Velvet Goldmine'.
- Starred as Joe in 'Bend It Like Beckham' (2002).
- Portrayed King Henry VIII in 'The Tudors' (2007–2010), earning a Golden Globe nomination.
- Won a Golden Globe for Best Actor for playing Elvis Presley in the miniseries 'Elvis' (2005).
- Appeared in Woody Allen's 'Match Point' (2005).
- Starred in 'August Rush' (2007) and 'From Paris with Love' (2010).
Trivia
- His real surname is O'Keeffe.
- He has been a brand ambassador for Hugo Boss fragrances.
- He is also a singer and musician and performed in several of his films.
FAQs
People also ask
Jonathan Rhys Meyers is 48 years old.
Jonathan Rhys Meyers was born the 27 July 1977.
Dublin, Ireland.
On His Birth-Day
About July 27th, 1977, in brief:
- Historical events: On July 27, 1977, John Lennon was granted U.S. permanent residency after a lengthy legal battle. This decision allowed him to remain in the United States without the threat of deportation.
- Day of the week: July 27th, 1977 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: I Just Want To Be Your Everything by Andy Gibb
- #1 UK song: I Feel Love by Donna Summer
- Popular movie: Annie Hall directed by Woody Allen
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