English movie stars born in 1954
Here are 8 famous actors from England were born in 1954:
Stuart Smith
Stuart Smith (April 12, 1954 Winchester-) a.k.a. Stuart Smita, Stuart Steen or Stuart Onslow Smith is an English actor, financial adviser and voice actor.
He is best known for his role as Dean in the film, "Rain Man," and for his voice work in video games such as "Grand Theft Auto V" and "Red Dead Redemption 2." In addition to his acting career, Smith is a successful financial adviser, having co-founded a wealth management firm in 1991. He has also served as the Chairman of the British American Business Council, Los Angeles. Smith is a graduate of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London, and has appeared in numerous stage productions in both the UK and US.
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Jimmy Nail
Jimmy Nail (March 16, 1954 Benton, Newcastle upon Tyne-) a.k.a. James Michael Aloysius Bradford, James Bradford, Nail, Jimmy or James Bradford "Jimmy" Nail is an English actor, singer-songwriter, guitarist, musician, television producer, screenwriter, film score composer, composer and film producer. He has two children, Thomas Bradford-Jones and Frederick Jones.
Nail rose to fame in the 1980s with his role as Oz in the hit TV series "Auf Wiedersehen, Pet". He also had a successful music career, with several top 40 hits in the UK, including "Love Don't Live Here Anymore" and "Ain't No Doubt". In addition to acting and music, Nail has also worked as a screenwriter and producer on various TV shows and movies. He wrote and produced the TV series "Crocodile Shoes" in the 1990s, and also starred in it as the lead character. Nail has received several awards for his work in the entertainment industry, including a BAFTA for his role in "Spender". In recent years, he has appeared in shows such as "Still Open All Hours" and "When the Boat Comes In".
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George Irving
George Irving (May 6, 1954 South Shields-) is an English actor. He has one child, Lucy Irving.
George Irving is best known for his work on stage, having appeared in numerous productions in London's West End and with the Royal Shakespeare Company. He has also had a successful career on television, with notable roles in shows such as "Band of Gold" and "The Bill." In addition to acting, Irving is also a skilled musician and has composed music for several productions. He has won critical acclaim for his performances, and has been nominated for both Olivier and Tony Awards. Despite his success, Irving remains a private individual and little is known about his personal life beyond his daughter Lucy.
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Jon Iles
Jon Iles (May 17, 1954 Ripon-) is an English actor.
He is best known for his portrayal of Detective Inspector Mike Dashwood in the British television series "The Bill" from 1984 to 2007. Iles began his acting career in 1978 and has since appeared in numerous television shows, including "Emmerdale", "Coronation Street", and "Doctors". In addition to his acting work, Iles is also a trained automotive engineer and has worked as a commercial helicopter pilot. He currently resides in Spain where he owns and operates a bed and breakfast.
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Adam Ant
Adam Ant (November 3, 1954 Marylebone-) also known as Stuart Leslie Goddard or Stuart Goddard is an English singer, actor and musician. His child is called Lily Goddard.
Adam Ant first rose to fame as the lead singer of the post-punk band, Adam and the Ants in the late 1970s and early 1980s. He achieved massive success with hits like "Stand and Deliver" and "Prince Charming" and became known for his flamboyant style that included tribal face paint and dandy-inspired clothing. After the band disbanded, he pursued a solo career and continued to release music throughout the 1990s and 2000s. In addition to his music career, Adam Ant has also acted in films and TV shows, including a recurring role on the hit series, "Hannibal." He has also been vocal about his struggles with bipolar disorder and has become an advocate for mental health awareness.
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Matthew Marsh
Matthew Marsh (July 8, 1954 London-) is an English actor.
He trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) and has been working in the entertainment industry for over four decades. Marsh has appeared in numerous television shows, films, and stage productions. Some of his notable television credits include "EastEnders," "Holby City," "Spooks," and "The Bill."
Marsh has also appeared in films such as "Johnny English Reborn" and "The Current War." On stage, he has performed in productions of "Les Miserables," "Mary Poppins," and "Miss Saigon."
In addition to his work as an actor, Marsh is also a voice over artist and has lent his voice to various documentaries and commercials.
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Marc Sinden
Marc Sinden (May 9, 1954 London-) also known as Marcus Andrew Sinden is an English actor, film producer, film director and theatrical producer. He has two children, Hal Sinden and Bridie Sinden.
Sinden studied at the Webber Douglas Academy of Dramatic Art and made his acting debut in the 1974 film "The Four Musketeers". He went on to appear in various TV shows and movies such as "Upstairs, Downstairs", "The Sweeney", and "Mission: Monte Carlo". In addition to acting, he has produced and directed several films and plays, including "The Two Worlds of Charlie F", a play highlighting the experiences of injured service personnel. Sinden has also worked as an ambassador for The Prince's Trust, a charity organization that provides assistance to young people in the UK.
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James Fearnley
James Fearnley (October 9, 1954 Worsley-) a.k.a. Fearnley, James or The Pogues is an English musician, actor and film score composer.
He is best known as the accordion player in the iconic Celtic punk band The Pogues. Fearnley joined the band in 1982 and played with them until their breakup in 1996. In addition to his work with The Pogues, he has also collaborated with numerous other musicians and bands, including Kirsty MacColl and Shane MacGowan.
Fearnley has also acted in several films, including Straight to Hell (1987) and Border Radio (1987). He has composed music for film and TV, including the documentary series The True Story of Killing Pablo and the TV show The Cleaner.
In 2016, Fearnley released his first solo album titled "The Walker Roaders", which he formed with former Dropkick Murphys' Marc Orrell and Grammy winner producer/guitarist Ted Hutt. The trio combines traditional Irish Folk music with elements of punk rock and Americana.
In addition to his music and film work, Fearnley has also published a book titled Here Comes Everybody: The Story of The Pogues. It chronicles the history of the band and shares personal stories from his time as a member.
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