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Rupert Penry-Jones

Rupert Penry-Jones - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornSeptember 22, 1970
Age55
BirthplaceLondon, England, UK
Zodiac SignVirgo - (see also Rupert Penry-Jones's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacDog
GenerationGeneration X
Known ForStarring as Adam Carter in 'Spooks' (MI-5), lead roles in 'Whitechapel' and 'Silk', and performances in stage productions with the Royal Shakespeare Company.

Intro

Rupert Penry-Jones is a British actor best known for his roles in television dramas such as 'Spooks' (MI-5), 'Whitechapel', and 'Silk.' With a career spanning theater, film, and TV, he is recognized for both his leading man charisma and versatility.

Early Life & Background

Rupert Penry-Jones was born to Welsh actor Peter Penry-Jones and actress Angela Thorne in London. He attended Dulwich College and Bristol Old Vic Theatre School, gaining early acting experience and exposure due to his theatrical family background.

Career Highlights

  • Played Adam Carter in BBC's 'Spooks' (MI-5) (2004–2008)
  • Starred as DI Joseph Chandler in ITV's 'Whitechapel' (2009–2013)
  • Portrayed Clive Reader in BBC's 'Silk' (2011–2014)
  • Member of the Royal Shakespeare Company, notable for 'Don Carlos' and 'Othello'
  • Appeared in feature films including 'The Four Feathers' (2002) and 'Persuasion' (2007)

Trivia

  • Married to actress Dervla Kirwan since 2007.
  • Won the Ian Charleson Award in 1999 for his stage performance in 'Don Carlos.'
  • His sister, Lauren Penry-Jones, is also an actress.

FAQs

People also ask

How old is Rupert Penry-Jones?

Rupert Penry-Jones is 55 years old.

When was Rupert Penry-Jones born?

Rupert Penry-Jones was born the 22 September 1970.

Where is Rupert Penry-Jones from?

London, England, UK.

On His Birth-Day

About September 22nd, 1970, in brief:

  • Historical events: Dr. Alice Hamilton, an American physician and toxicologist, passed away on September 22, 1970, at the age of 101. She was a leading expert in occupational health and industrial toxicology, laying the foundation for health and safety protections in the workplace.
  • Day of the week: September 22nd, 1970 was a Tuesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Ain't No Mountain High Enough by Diana Ross
  • #1 UK song: Tears Of A Clown by Smokey Robinson & The Miracles
  • Popular movie: Tora! Tora! Tora! directed by Richard Fleischer, Toshio Masuda, Kinji Fukasaku

Check the link for more news and curiosities on September 22nd, 1970.

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rupert_Penry-Jones
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0672256/