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Peter Firth - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | October 27, 1953 |
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| Age | 72 |
| Birthplace | Bradford, West Riding of Yorkshire, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio - (see also Peter Firth's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Snake |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Starred as Sir Harry Pearce in the BBC series 'Spooks' and was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in 'Equus' (1977). |
Intro
Peter Firth is an English actor best known for his roles in film, television, and stage, most notably for playing Sir Harry Pearce in the BBC One spy drama series 'Spooks' ('MI-5' in the US) and his Oscar-nominated performance in 'Equus.'
Early Life & Background
Peter Firth was born in Bradford, England. He attended Hanson School in Bradford and began acting as a child, appearing in local theater productions before transitioning to television and film roles.
Career Highlights
- Played Alan Strang in the original stage production and film adaptation of 'Equus', receiving a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor (1977).
- Starred as Sir Harry Pearce in the critically acclaimed BBC One series 'Spooks' (MI-5), appearing in all 10 series (2002–2011).
- Notable appearances in films such as 'The Hunt for Red October' (1990), 'Tess' (1979), and 'Lifeforce' (1985).
- Received a BAFTA nomination for Best Actor in 1977 for 'Equus'.
Trivia
- Was a member of the National Youth Theatre.
- Made his professional acting debut as a teenager in the TV series 'The Flaxton Boys.'
- Awarded Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in 2017 for services to drama.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Peter Firth?
Peter Firth is 72 years old.
When was Peter Firth born?
Peter Firth was born the 27 October 1953.
Where is Peter Firth from?
Bradford, West Riding of Yorkshire, England, UK.
On His Birth-Day
About October 27th, 1953, in brief:
- Day of the week: October 27th, 1953 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: You Alone by Perry Como
- #1 UK song: Look At That Girl by Guy Mitchell
- Popular movie: From Here to Eternity directed by Fred Zinnemann
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