Irish actors born in 1956
Here are 5 famous actors from Republic of Ireland were born in 1956:
John Paul Getty III
John Paul Getty III (November 4, 1956 Minneapolis-February 5, 2011 Wormsley Park) also known as Paul Getty, Jean Paul Getty III, Paul Getty Jr., Jean Paul Getty, J. Paul Getty III or Paul Guetty jnr was an Irish actor. He had one child, Balthazar Getty.
However, Getty III was primarily known for being the grandson of billionaire oil tycoon J. Paul Getty, who was considered one of the wealthiest people in the world during his time. Getty III gained notoriety in 1973 when he was kidnapped in Rome at the age of 16 by a group of criminals who demanded a ransom of $17 million ($100 million today) from his grandfather. Despite the elder Getty's immense wealth, he initially refused to pay the ransom, which resulted in Getty III being held captive for several months during which his captors mutilated him. Eventually, Getty III was released after his grandfather paid a reduced ransom of $2.2 million. The incident inspired the 2017 film "All the Money in the World". Getty III struggled with drug addiction and health issues for much of his life and was left partially paralyzed and blind after a stroke in the 1980s. He lived the remainder of his life in seclusion and died in 2011 at the age of 54.
Ahmed Boulane
Ahmed Boulane (December 4, 1956 Salé-) also known as Ahmmed Bouland is an Irish actor, casting director, film director, film producer and screenwriter. He has two children, Neil Boulane and Ryan Boulane.
Ahmed Boulane was born in Morocco and immigrated to Ireland when he was a young adult. He initially worked as a social worker before pursuing a career in the film industry. Boulane has directed and produced a number of films, including "Mille mois" and "The Rifle, The Jackal, The Wolf and The Boy," which have won awards at international film festivals. He has also acted in several films, most notably the critically acclaimed "Jimmy's Hall" directed by Ken Loach. Boulane is a member of the Irish Film and Television Academy and has served on the jury for the Cannes Film Festival. In addition to his work in the film industry, Boulane is known for his humanitarian efforts and has worked with organizations such as UNICEF and Amnesty International.
Sean Mannion
Sean Mannion (October 6, 1956 Rosmuc-) is an Irish professional boxer and actor.
He began his boxing career in the 1970s and became the Irish Lightweight Champion in 1982. He retired from boxing in 1984 and pursued a career in acting. Mannion is best known for his role as Brendan 'Budgie' Allen in the Irish television series "Glenroe". He has also appeared in several films, including "The Field" and "The Dead". Outside of his acting career, Mannion is involved in various charitable organizations and has participated in several fundraising events to support individuals with disabilities.
Mel Gibson
Mel Gibson (January 3, 1956 Peekskill-) also known as Mel Columcille Gerard Gibson, Mel Colm-Cille Gerard Gibson or Mel Colm-Cille Gerard Gibson AO is an Irish actor, screenwriter, film producer, film director, television producer, television director and voice actor. He has eight children, Edward Gibson, Christian Gibson, William Gibson, Milo Gibson, Thomas Gibson, Hannah Gibson, Louis Gibson and Lucia Gibson.
Gibson is best known for his roles in popular films like Braveheart, Lethal Weapon, and The Passion of the Christ, which he directed and produced. Throughout his career, he has won numerous awards, including an Academy Award for Best Director for Braveheart. He is also famous for his controversial public comments, which have garnered both criticism and support. In addition to his work in the entertainment industry, Gibson is also known for his philanthropic efforts, especially his involvement with the Mending Kids International charity. Despite his occasional controversies, Gibson remains one of the most recognizable and respected figures in the film industry.
John Lydon
John Lydon (January 31, 1956 Holloway-) a.k.a. Johnny 'Rotten' Lydon, Johnny Rotten, John Joseph Lydon, Lydon, John, The Sex Pistols, Johnny Rotten from 'The Sex Pistols', Johnny Lydon, Public Image Ltd. or Sex Pistols is an Irish musician, singer-songwriter, record producer, actor, presenter, visual artist and television presenter.
He is known for being the lead vocalist of the punk rock band Sex Pistols, which he co-founded in 1975. With hits like "Anarchy in the U.K." and "God Save the Queen," the Sex Pistols are considered one of the most influential bands in the punk rock movement. After the band's breakup in 1978, Lydon formed his own band, Public Image Ltd. (PiL), which fused post-punk, dub, and experimental electronic music.
Lydon has also ventured into acting, appearing in several films and TV shows, including "Coronation Street" and "The Bill." He has also been a presenter on various TV programs, including "The Megabrain Report," "Rise and Fall of the Ad Man," and "I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!"
In addition to his music and entertainment career, Lydon is also a visual artist. His artwork has been exhibited in galleries around the world. Despite his many artistic pursuits, Lydon remains best known as a punk icon and a controversial figure in the music world, known for his outspoken opinions and his refusal to conform to societal expectations.