Joseph Fiennes
Born in Salisbury, Wiltshire, England, UK, Joseph Fiennes became one of Europe's most celebrated Actors during the Generation X era.
Joseph Alberic Iscariot Twisleton-Wykeham-Fiennes (born 27 May 1970) is an English film and stage actor. He is perhaps best known for his portrayals of William Shakespeare in Shakespeare in Love, Sir Robert Dudley in Elizabeth, Commisar Danilov in Enemy at the Gates, Martin Luther in Luther, and his portrayal of Mark Benford in the 2009 TV series FlashForward. Description above from the Wikipedia article Joseph Fiennes, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
"His portrayal of William Shakespeare in the 1998 film 'Shakespeare in Love' is arguably his most defining career moment." — About Joseph Fiennes
| Metric | Joseph Fiennes | Avg Actor | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 55 | 53 | +2 yrs |
| Career length | 37 yrs | ~35 yrs | +2 yrs |
| Based on 4322 Actor profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Joseph Fiennes
Did you know that Joseph Fiennes initially turned down the role of William Shakespeare in 'Shakespeare in Love' multiple times before finally accepting it?
- Joseph has a fraternal twin brother named Jacob, who is a conservationist.
- He is a distant cousin of King Charles III, sharing ancestry with Scottish and English royalty.
- Before finding success as an actor, he worked various jobs including as a cleaner at a local hospital.
- He is married to Swiss model María Dolores Diéguez, and they have two daughters together.
- Joseph is the youngest of six children, including his famous brother, actor Ralph Fiennes.
His portrayal of William Shakespeare in the 1998 film 'Shakespeare in Love' is arguably his most defining career moment. The film won seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture, catapulting Fiennes to international recognition and establishing him as a leading man capable of both romance and gravitas.
Joseph Fiennes has carved a niche for himself through compelling performances in historical dramas and diverse roles across film and television, leaving a legacy of versatile acting that transcends genres.