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Sam Riley - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 08, 1980 |
|---|---|
| Age | 46 |
| Birthplace | Menston, West Yorkshire, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Sam Riley's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Playing Ian Curtis in 'Control' (2007), leading roles in 'On the Road' (2012), 'Brighton Rock' (2010), and as Diaval in 'Maleficent' (2014, 2019). |
Intro
Sam Riley is an English actor and singer best known for his portrayal of Ian Curtis in the biographical film 'Control' (2007) and for his role as Sal Paradise in 'On the Road' (2012). He has also appeared in films such as 'Brighton Rock' (2010) and played Diaval in Disney’s 'Maleficent' (2014, 2019).
Early Life & Background
Sam Riley was born and raised in Menston, West Yorkshire, England. He attended Uppingham School in Rutland but did not go to university, instead pursuing a career in performing arts and music.
Career Highlights
- Breakout role as Ian Curtis in 'Control' (2007), earning critical acclaim and several award nominations.
- Starred as Sal Paradise in the film adaptation of 'On the Road' (2012).
- Played Pinkie Brown in 'Brighton Rock' (2010).
- Portrayed Diaval in 'Maleficent' (2014) and its sequel 'Maleficent: Mistress of Evil' (2019).
- Fronted the band 10,000 Things before focusing fully on acting.
Trivia
- Married to actress Alexandra Maria Lara since 2009.
- Before his acting breakthrough, Riley worked in a warehouse.
- His performance in 'Control' led to numerous Best Newcomer awards.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Sam Riley?
Sam Riley is 46 years old.
When was Sam Riley born?
Sam Riley was born the 8 January 1980.
Where is Sam Riley from?
Menston, West Yorkshire, England, UK.
On His Birth-Day
About January 8th, 1980, in brief:
- Historical events: John Mauchly, an American physicist and computer scientist, co-designed ENIAC, the first general-purpose electronic digital computer, and UNIVAC I, the first commercial computer in the U.S. He passed away on January 8, 1980, in Ambler, Pennsylvania, during heart surgery following a long illness.
- Day of the week: January 8th, 1980 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Escape (The Pina Colada Song) by Rupert Holmes
- #1 UK song: Brass In Pocket by The Pretenders
- Popular movie: The Blues Brothers directed by John Landis
Check the link for more news and curiosities on January 8th, 1980.