Jonny Lee Miller
🔥 TrendingJonathan Lee Miller (AKA Jonny) is an English actor who gained notoriety with roles in Hackers and Trainspotting. The son and grandson of Stage and Film actors, Jonny's first (uncredited) role was at age 10 in an episode of Doctor Who. In 1996 he married Hacker's costar Angelina Jolie, divorcing just 18 months later. He later married and had one child with actress-model Michele Hicks.
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Facts about Jonny Lee Miller
Did you know that he once shared a house in London with fellow actors Ewan McGregor and Jude Law in the early stages of their careers?
- His grandfather was Bernard Lee, who famously played M in the first eleven James Bond films.
- He starred in Danny Boyle's stage production of "Frankenstein," alternating lead roles with Benedict Cumberbatch.
- A keen marathon runner, he has completed the London Marathon multiple times, raising money for charity.
- He learned to play the saxophone for his role as Jude in the 2000 crime-comedy film "Love, Honour and Obey."
- He was a member of the National Youth Music Theatre alongside future stars like Jude Law and Kate Winslet.
While his role as Sick Boy in the cult classic "Trainspotting" launched him onto the international stage, his portrayal of Sherlock Holmes in the CBS series "Elementary" truly defined his versatility. Running for seven seasons, it showcased his ability to lead a long-running, complex character-driven drama.
Miller is recognized for his intense performances and for successfully transitioning from cult film icon to a respected leading man in long-running television dramas.