English movie stars born in 1971
Here are 18 famous actors from England were born in 1971:
Stan Collymore
Stan Collymore (January 22, 1971 Stone-) also known as Stanley Victor Collymore or Stanley Victor "Stan" Collymore is an English actor and football player.
Collymore played as a striker for several English football clubs including Crystal Palace, Nottingham Forest, Liverpool, and Aston Villa. He was known for his physical prowess, technical abilities, and powerful left foot. However, his career was marred by several controversies including confrontations with fellow players and managers, and a public admission of depression.
After retiring from football, Collymore transitioned to a career in broadcasting and journalism. He worked as a pundit for various television and radio programs, and also wrote columns for several newspapers such as The People, The Mirror, and the Sunday People. In addition, Collymore has been an advocate for mental health issues and has been outspoken about his own struggles with depression.
Besides his career in sports and media, Collymore has also starred in films and television shows such as Basic Instinct 2 and Football Icon. He is considered to be one of the most recognizable and influential personalities in English football history.
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Jeremy Edwards
Jeremy Edwards (February 17, 1971 London-) is an English actor and presenter.
He began his career in the entertainment industry in the 1990s as a presenter on MTV UK. He also worked as a DJ in various nightclubs in London. In 1997, he ventured into acting and landed a role in the British TV series "Hollyoaks". He later appeared in other TV shows such as "The Bill", "Dream Team" and "Doctors".
Edwards became more widely known when he participated in the reality TV show "Celebrity Big Brother" in 2005. He also starred in the ITV series "Dancing on Ice" in 2006 and 2009, and in the stage production of "Chicago" in London's West End in 2008.
Aside from acting and presenting, Edwards has also written a book titled "My World, Your World", which discusses his experiences and opinions on sexuality and relationships.
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Max Beesley
Max Beesley (April 16, 1971 Burnage-) also known as Maxton Gig Beesley, Jr., Maxton Beesley, Max Beesley, Jr., Maxton Gig Beesley Jr. or Maxton Gig "Max" Beesley, Jr. is an English actor and musician.
He was born in Burnage, Manchester, England and comes from a family of musicians - his father was a professional jazz drummer and his mother was a jazz singer. Beesley initially pursued a career in music, studying percussion at Chetham's School of Music and later playing drums for the band Kym Mazelle. However, he eventually turned his attention to acting and began to appear in a number of British television dramas, including "The Bill", "Doctors" and "Survivors". Beesley's breakout role came in the late 1990s when he played the lead in the hit BBC series "Hotel Babylon". Since then, he has appeared in a number of other popular television shows, including "Suits" and "Jamestown", as well as films such as "Red Roses and Petrol" and "Glitter". In addition to his acting career, Beesley has continued to pursue music, releasing his debut album, "Max Beesley's High Vibes", in 2007.
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Anthony Howell
Anthony Howell (July 27, 1971 Lake District-) a.k.a. Anthony "Tony" Howell or Tony is an English actor.
He studied drama at the Manchester Metropolitan University School of Theatre and later at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London. Howell is best known for his roles as Paul Milner in the TV series "Foyle's War" and as Dr. John Cullinane in the medical drama "Holby City". He has also appeared in other popular TV shows such as "Wives and Daughters", "Casualty", and "Agatha Christie's Poirot". In addition to his work in television, Howell has also appeared in several films and stage productions. Some of his film credits include "The Trial of the Moke", "Brick Lane", and "Dorfman in Love". On stage, he has appeared in productions of "The Real Thing", "Coriolanus" and "Private Lives".
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Christien Anholt
Christien Anholt (February 25, 1971 London-) otherwise known as Christien Alexis Anholt or Cristian Anholt is an English actor.
He is best known for his role as Nigel Bailey on the TV series "Relic Hunter" (1999-2002). Anholt began his acting career at the age of 13 in the film "Reunion" (1989), directed by Jerry Schatzberg. He went on to appear in numerous TV shows and films, including "Silent Witness," "Hamish Macbeth," "Doctor Who," "Agatha Christie's Poirot," and "The Bill." Anholt also appeared in the film "The Alcoholist" (2015), for which he won the Best Actor award at the London Independent Film Festival.
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Graham McGrath
Graham McGrath (July 29, 1971-) is an English actor.
He is most famous for his role as Billy Casper in the 1984 film "Kes", which earned him critical acclaim and a BAFTA award for Best Supporting Actor at the age of 13. McGrath continued acting throughout his teenage years, appearing in several TV shows and films such as "The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes" and "A Handful of Dust." However, he ultimately decided to leave the acting industry and pursue a career in construction. In recent years, McGrath has given interviews reflecting fondly on his acting career and the experience of working on "Kes."
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Steven Houghton
Steven Houghton (February 16, 1971 Sheffield-) a.k.a. Houghton, Steven, Steve Houghton or Stephen Houghton is an English singer and actor.
He rose to fame in the 1990s with his hit singles "Wind Beneath My Wings" and "Truly" among others. He began his career as a singer in the boy band Worlds Apart before pursuing a solo career. Aside from his music career, Houghton has also acted on stage and screen. He appeared in the West End production of the musicals "Blood Brothers" and "Grease". On television, he starred in the soap opera "London's Burning" and was a contestant on the reality show "I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!".
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Matthew Crompton
Matthew Crompton (July 17, 1971 St Helens-) is an English actor.
He is best known for his work in British television, particularly his recurring role as Terry in the BBC series "Ideal" (2005-2011). Crompton has also had roles in other popular series such as "Doctors", "Coronation Street", and "Hollyoaks". In addition to his television work, he has appeared in several films, including "24 Hour Party People" (2002) and "Dead Man's Shoes" (2004). Outside of acting, Crompton is also a trained carpenter and has worked on building sets for various productions.
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Jonny Greenwood
Jonny Greenwood (November 5, 1971 Oxford-) also known as Jonathan Richard Guy Greenwood, Greenwood, Jonny, Jonathan or Jonathan Richard Guy "Jonny" Greenwood is an English musician, songwriter, composer, guitarist, organist, film score composer, actor and multi-instrumentalist. He has three children, Tamir Greenwood, Zohar Greenwood and Omri Greenwood.
He is best known as the lead guitarist of the alternative rock band Radiohead. Greenwood is widely regarded as one of the greatest guitarists of his generation and has been praised for his innovative playing style, which incorporates various electronic effects and unusual time signatures. In addition to his work with Radiohead, Greenwood has released several solo albums and has also composed numerous film scores, including for movies such as There Will Be Blood, Norwegian Wood, and Phantom Thread. He has been nominated for several Academy Awards for his film score work. In addition to his musical career, Greenwood is also an avid political activist and has been involved in various environmental, social and political causes throughout his career.
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Derren Brown
Derren Brown (February 27, 1971 Purley, London-) also known as Derren Victor Brown or Darren V. Brown is an English magician, artist, writer, presenter, painter, screenwriter, actor, film producer, television producer, hypnotist and visual artist.
He is best known for his mind-bending shows that merge psychology, illusion and magic. His breakout TV show, "Mind Control with Derren Brown," premiered in 2000 and was followed by several other hit shows, including "Trick of the Mind," "The Events," and "Miracle." Brown has also written several books, including "Tricks of the Mind," which explores the psychology behind magic and illusion. He has performed live shows across the United Kingdom and internationally, with his most recent show being "Underground" in 2017. In addition to his work in entertainment, Brown has also been a vocal skeptic of pseudoscience and claims of supernatural phenomena.
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Emile Charles
Emile Charles (June 28, 1971 Bootle-) is an English actor.
Emile Charles is best known for his roles in popular television dramas. He has appeared in shows such as "EastEnders," "Casualty," and "Silent Witness." In addition to his television work, Charles has also acted in various stage productions including "Our Country's Good" and "The Caretaker." He attended the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London, where he honed his craft as an actor. Outside of his career in acting, Charles is also an accomplished musician and has worked as a session drummer for various bands.
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John Partridge
John Partridge (July 24, 1971 Radcliffe-) also known as Johnny Partridge is an English singer, actor, presenter and dancer.
He is best known for his role as Christian Clarke in the BBC soap opera EastEnders. Partridge started his career as a dancer in the West End, performing in various musicals such as Cats, Starlight Express, and Chicago. In 2012, he participated in the tenth series of the reality show Dancing on Ice, and in 2014, he won the celebrity edition of the game show The Chase. Partridge is openly gay, and has been an advocate for LGBTQ rights and anti-bullying campaigns. He has also worked as a radio presenter and has released his own music album, titled Dames, Dudes and Cowboys Too.
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Dominic Rowan
Dominic Rowan (June 17, 1971 England-) is an English actor.
He is best known for his roles in various television series and stage productions. Dominic graduated from the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London in 1997 and started his acting career in theater.
In 2004, he made his television debut in the show "Doctors" and since then has appeared in popular shows such as "Law & Order: UK", "Silent Witness", and "Call the Midwife". He is also known for his role as Tom Mitford in the series "The Bright Day".
In addition to his acting career, Dominic is a keen writer and has written for various publications including The Telegraph and The Guardian. He has also published several short stories and plays.
Despite being in the public eye, little is known about his personal life as he keeps it very private. Dominic is married and has children but the names and details of his family have not been made public.
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Stuart Bunce
Stuart Bunce (October 21, 1971 Beckenham-) also known as Stuart Alexander Bunce is an English actor.
He is best known for his work in theatre, television, and film. Bunce trained at the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama and began his career in theatre, appearing in numerous productions including "Romeo and Juliet," "The Picture of Dorian Gray," and "The London Cuckolds."
In television, Bunce has appeared in popular shows such as "Taggart," "Holby City," and "Silent Witness." His film credits include "The Mummy Returns," "The Strange Case of Sherlock Holmes & Arthur Conan Doyle," and "The Rising: Ballad of Mangal Pandey."
Bunce is also a talented voice actor, lending his voice to several audio books and radio dramas. In addition to his acting career, he has worked as a drama teacher and mentor, helping to inspire the next generation of actors.
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Geoff Barrow
Geoff Barrow (December 9, 1971 Walton in Gordano-) also known as Barrow, Geoff, Geoffrey Paul Barrow, G.B. or Geoff Barrow is an English musician, songwriter, actor, record producer, composer and disc jockey.
He is best known as a founding member of the pioneering trip-hop group Portishead, which he co-founded in 1991. Barrow plays the drums, keyboards, and sampler, and has been credited with helping to shape the sound of the band's influential debut album, "Dummy."
In addition to his work with Portishead, Barrow has also collaborated with a number of other musicians and bands, including Beak>, which he formed in 2009, and Anika, with whom he produced the eponymous album in 2010. He has also worked on film and television soundtracks, including the critically acclaimed score for the hit TV series "Stranger Things."
Barrow is the founder of the record label, Invada Records, which has released works by a range of artists, including Crippled Black Phoenix, Zun Zun Egui, and The KVB. He has also been involved in a number of other musical and creative projects over the years, including acting in the 2012 film "The Imposter."
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Chris Robson
Chris Robson (September 2, 1971 Newcastle upon Tyne-) is an English actor.
He is best known for playing the role of DCI Jon Carver in the British television drama "Hollyoaks". Robson has also appeared in other popular television shows such as "EastEnders", "Coronation Street", and "Emmerdale". In addition to his television work, Robson has also appeared in several films and stage productions. He has received critical acclaim for his performances in plays such as "Romeo and Juliet" and "The Seagull". Outside of his acting career, Robson is known for his work as a voice-over artist, having lent his voice to various commercials and documentaries.
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Sacha Bennett
Sacha Bennett (May 11, 1971 Harpenden-) is an English actor, film director, film producer and screenwriter.
He is best known for his work in British independent films, including "Bonded by Blood" and "Outside Bet," both of which he directed and produced. Bennett began his career in the entertainment industry as an actor, appearing in TV shows such as "Grange Hill" and "The Bill" before transitioning to behind-the-scenes work. In addition to his film work, Bennett has also directed and produced commercials and music videos. He is known for his gritty and authentic approach to storytelling, often drawing inspiration from his own experiences growing up in a working-class family in England. Bennett continues to be an influential figure in the British film industry and is highly respected for his work both on-screen and behind the camera.
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Navin Chowdhry
Navin Chowdhry (January 1, 1971 Bristol-) is an English actor.
Chowdhry began his acting career in the early 1990s, and his breakout role came in the BBC drama "Our Friends in the North" (1996). He has since appeared in numerous television dramas, including "Teachers" (2001-2004), "Doctor Who" (2007), "Wuthering Heights" (2009), and "An Adventure in Space and Time" (2013).
Chowdhry has also appeared in several films, including "Mrs Henderson Presents" (2005), "The Last Enemy" (2008), and "London Boulevard" (2010). In addition to his acting work, he has also directed short films and a documentary about the London 2012 Olympics.
Outside of his acting career, Chowdhry is a vocal advocate for mental health and has spoken openly about his struggles with depression and anxiety. He is also involved in various charitable causes, including supporting the homeless and promoting arts education.
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