How old is Hugo Weaving?

Hugo Weaving is 65 years old (born April 4, 1960).

Is Hugo Weaving still alive?

Yes, Hugo Weaving is still alive as of 2026, aged 65.

What is Hugo Weaving's real name?

Hugo Weaving's full birth name is H. Weaving.

Where is Hugo Weaving from?

Hugo Weaving is from Ibadan, British Nigeria, British Nigeria.

What generation is Hugo Weaving?

Hugo Weaving is a Baby Boomer, born in 1960.

Hugo Weaving

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Hugo Weaving stands as a defining figure among British Nigeria Actors of the Baby Boomer.

Hugo Wallace Weaving AO (born 4 April 1960) is an English actor. Born in Colonial Nigeria to English parents, he has resided in Australia for the entirety of his career. He is the recipient of six Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts Awards (AACTA) and has also been recognised as an Honorary Officer of the Order of Australia. Weaving landed his first major role as English cricket captain Douglas Jardine on the Australian television series Bodyline (1984). Continuing to act in Austra

"Weaving's portrayal of Agent Smith in 'The Matrix' trilogy stands as a defining career moment, cementing his status as an iconic cinematic villain." — About Hugo Weaving

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Born

Years in career47 years active

April 4th, 1960

Birthplace

Ibadan, British Nigeria

Known for

🎭 Actor

Nationality

British Nigeria

Generation

Baby Boomer

Career

47 years

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How Hugo Weaving compares to other Actors

🎂Hugo Weaving is 12 years older than the average Actor

Metric	Hugo Weaving	Avg Actor	Difference
Age	65	53	+12 yrs
Career length	47 yrs	~35 yrs	+12 yrs
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Facts about Hugo Weaving

Did you know?

Did you know that Hugo Weaving declined to reprise his role as Red Skull in 'Avengers: Endgame' due to dissatisfaction with the fee offered?

5 Lesser-known facts

He was diagnosed with epilepsy at age 13, a condition that influenced some of his early career choices.
Weaving provided the voice for Megatron in the first three live-action Transformers films.
He considers himself primarily a stage actor, often returning to theatre productions between major film roles.
He originally auditioned for the role of Gandalf in 'The Lord of the Rings' before being cast as Elrond.
His brother, Simon Weaving, is a film director and screenwriter in Australia.

Career highlight

Weaving's portrayal of Agent Smith in 'The Matrix' trilogy stands as a defining career moment, cementing his status as an iconic cinematic villain. His chilling performance and memorable dialogue became instantly recognizable, profoundly impacting pop culture.

Legacy

Hugo Weaving leaves a legacy as a versatile actor known for embodying complex, often imposing characters in beloved franchises, from iconic villains to wise elves. His distinctive voice and commanding presence have made him a memorable figure in both film and stage.