Irish actors born in 1963
Here are 6 famous actors from Republic of Ireland were born in 1963:
Joe Rooney
Joe Rooney (October 1, 1963-) is an Irish comedian and actor.
He is best known for his roles in the popular Irish sitcoms "Father Ted" and "Killinaskully". Rooney began his career in comedy in the 1990s and quickly made a name for himself with his unique style of observational humor. He has performed at numerous festivals and events throughout Ireland, including the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, and has been recognized with numerous awards for his comedic talent. In addition to his work in comedy, Rooney is also an accomplished musician and songwriter, and has released several albums of his original music. He continues to perform stand-up comedy and act in film and television, and is considered one of Ireland's most beloved entertainers.
Rooney was born in Dublin, Ireland, and grew up in the suburb of Clontarf. Before entering the world of comedy, he worked as a teacher for several years. He began performing comedy in pubs and clubs around Dublin, and quickly gained a reputation for his quick wit and dry humor. In the early 1990s, he formed the comedy duo "The Hee Bee Gee Bees" with fellow comedian Patrick McDonnell.
Rooney's big break came in 1995 when he was cast in the hit sitcom "Father Ted", playing the role of Father Damo. The show became a huge success and helped to launch Rooney's career. He later went on to star in the comedy series "Killinaskully", which ran from 2003 to 2008.
Aside from his acting work, Rooney has released several albums of his original music, including "The Contractor" and "Arse Biscuits". He has also written and performed in a number of stage productions, including the critically acclaimed one-man show "Bono and the Edge Waiting for Godominos".
Throughout his career, Rooney has been recognized with numerous awards for his contributions to Irish comedy, including the Perrier Award at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. He is also known for his charity work, and has helped to raise funds for a number of organizations, including the Irish Cancer Society and the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
Bill Murphy
Bill Murphy (February 14, 1963 Cork-) a.k.a. William A Murphy is an Irish actor.
He is best known for his role as Mike in the hit British TV series "Peaky Blinders". Murphy's early work included roles in Irish soap operas such as "Glenroe" and "Fair City". He later appeared in several international film and television productions, including "Batman Begins", "The Wind That Shakes the Barley", and "The Damned United". In addition to his acting work, Murphy is also a talented writer and director, having written and directed the 2014 feature film "The Three Don'ts". Murphy has received critical acclaim for his performances on stage, having appeared in productions of "Translations" and "Of Mice and Men", among others.
Murphy's interest in acting started at a young age, and he joined the drama society at his local college before studying drama and English at Trinity College Dublin. After graduation, he worked with several theater companies before landing his first professional acting role in the play "The Ginger Ale Boy". Apart from his acting work, Murphy is also involved in charity work, supporting organizations such as the Irish Hospice Foundation and Barretstown, which provides care for seriously ill children. In his free time, Murphy enjoys playing music and is a proficient guitarist.
Graham Norton
Graham Norton (April 4, 1963 Clondalkin-) a.k.a. Graham Walker or Graham William Walker is an Irish comedian, actor, presenter, disc jockey, screenwriter and television producer.
He rose to fame in the 1990s with his comedy chat show "So Graham Norton" and has since gone on to host numerous successful TV programs, including "The Graham Norton Show" and "Eurovision Song Contest". Norton has also won several awards for his work, including seven BAFTA TV Awards for Best Entertainment Performance. In addition to his television work, Norton has acted in films such as "Another Gay Movie" and "I Could Never Be Your Woman". He is known for his quick wit, cheeky humor, and open advocacy for the LGBT community. Norton has also authored two memoirs, "So Me" and "The Life and Loves of a He Devil".
Norton was born in Clondalkin, a suburb of Dublin, Ireland, and attended University College Cork, where he studied English and French. After graduation, he moved to London and began performing stand-up comedy in pubs and clubs. He soon gained a following and was offered his first television show, "Bring Me the Head of Light Entertainment", in 1995.
From there, Norton went on to host "So Graham Norton" on Channel 4, which became a hit and led to his career taking off. He has since become a beloved fixture of British television, known for his irreverent sense of humor and his ability to make his guests feel at ease.
Norton is also a prominent activist for LGBT rights, and has been credited with helping to make discussions of homosexuality more mainstream in the UK. In 2015, he was awarded an OBE for his services to broadcasting and charity.
Despite his fame, Norton has remained grounded and continues to live a relatively low-key life outside of his work. He has been in a long-term relationship with his boyfriend, Andrew Smith, since 2010.
Todd Carty
Todd Carty (August 31, 1963 Limerick-) also known as Todd Jennings is an Irish actor and television director. He has two children, James Carty and Thomas Carty.
Carty began his acting career at a young age, starring in the children's television series, "Grange Hill," which aired on the BBC from 1978 to 1982. He later went on to star in the popular soap opera, "EastEnders," where he played the character of Mark Fowler from 1990 to 2003.
In addition to his acting work, Carty has also worked as a television director on a number of British television programs, including "The Bill," "Doctors," and "Holby City."
Outside of his career in the entertainment industry, Carty is also known for his charitable work. He is an ambassador for the charity, The Shakespeare Hospice, and has also been involved with the NSPCC and Cancer Research UK.
Carty has had a successful stage career as well and has appeared in numerous West End productions, including "The Ladykillers" and "Spamalot." He has also appeared in several films, including "The Clandestine Marriage" and "The Grind." In 2009, Carty participated in the celebrity ice-skating competition, "Dancing on Ice," and was eliminated in the eighth week.
Carty is a trained dancer and has studied ballroom and Latin American dances. He has also appeared in several dance shows, including "Strictly Come Dancing" and "Celebrity Ready, Steady Cook." Carty is known for his kind and generous personality and is respected by his peers in the entertainment industry. He continues to work in television, stage, and film and is considered to be a talented and versatile actor and director.
Brendan Coyle
Brendan Coyle (December 2, 1963 Corby-) also known as David Coyle is an Irish actor.
He is best known for his role as John Bates in the Emmy Award-winning period drama Downton Abbey. Originally from Corby, Northamptonshire, Coyle started his career as a stage actor before moving to television and film. He has also appeared in other popular TV shows such as North & South, Starlings, and Requiem. In addition to his acting work, Coyle is also involved in charitable causes and has supported organizations such as Children with Cancer UK and the NSPCC.
He was born to an Irish father and a Scottish mother, and grew up in a working-class family in Corby. Coyle attended drama school in Dublin and later worked in theater productions in Dublin, London, and Edinburgh. He made his television debut in 1992 in an episode of The Bill, and went on to appear in numerous other TV shows and films.
Coyle has received critical acclaim for his performances in a variety of roles, including the lead role in Conor McPherson's play The Weir, for which he won the Olivier Award for Best Supporting Actor, and his portrayal of Nicholas Higgins in the BBC's adaptation of Elizabeth Gaskell's novel North & South.
In his free time, Coyle enjoys reading, gardening, and watching football (soccer). He has also expressed a love of music, and once played bass guitar in a band called The Enemies. Despite his success, Coyle remains humble and dedicated to his craft, and has said that he aims to continue taking on challenging and diverse roles in the future.
Paul Monaghan
Paul Monaghan (July 11, 1963 Dublin-) is an Irish actor.
Monaghan made his television debut in the 1983 Irish television series "The Riordans". He has since appeared in numerous television shows and films, including "Bracken", "Holby City", and "Love/Hate". Monaghan is also a prolific stage actor, having performed in many productions at the Abbey Theatre in Dublin and the Royal Shakespeare Company in England. He has won critical acclaim for his performances in plays such as "The Plough and the Stars" and "The Playboy of the Western World". In addition to his acting career, Monaghan also teaches drama and has worked as a director for various theater productions.
Monaghan's love for acting began at a very young age, and he pursued his passion by studying drama at Trinity College in Dublin. After graduating, he worked as a drama teacher before embarking on his acting career. Besides his work on stage and screen, Monaghan is also a familiar voice on Irish radio, having narrated several documentaries and audiobooks. He is known for his rugged good looks and his ability to portray complex characters with depth and authenticity. With over three decades of experience in the entertainment industry, Monaghan remains one of Ireland's most talented and respected actors.