Cillian Murphy - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | May 25, 1976 |
|---|---|
| Age | 49 |
| Birthplace | Douglas, County Cork, Ireland |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Leading role as Tommy Shelby in 'Peaky Blinders', starring roles in films such as '28 Days Later', 'Inception', and 'Oppenheimer'. |
Intro
Cillian Murphy is an acclaimed Irish actor known for his chameleonic roles in film, television, and theater. Rising to international prominence for his performances in both independent and blockbuster films, Murphy is especially recognized for his portrayal of Tommy Shelby in the BBC crime drama series 'Peaky Blinders' and for frequent collaborations with director Christopher Nolan.
Early Life & Background
Cillian Murphy was born and raised in Douglas, a suburb of Cork city in Ireland. He attended Presentation Brothers College and initially pursued a career in law at University College Cork before turning to acting. His early interests included music; he played in several bands before focusing on acting.
Career Highlights
- Breakout film role in '28 Days Later' (2002)
- Performed in acclaimed stage productions such as 'Disco Pigs'
- Played Scarecrow/Dr. Jonathan Crane in Christopher Nolan's 'Dark Knight' trilogy
- Portrayed Tommy Shelby in 'Peaky Blinders' (2013–2022)
- Starred as J. Robert Oppenheimer in Nolan’s 'Oppenheimer' (2023), earning widespread critical acclaim and awards recognition
Trivia
- Before acting, Murphy pursued a career as a musician and was the lead singer and guitarist for a rock band.
- He is known for maintaining a private personal life and rarely gives interviews about his family.
- Murphy is a vegetarian and has spoken publicly about his dietary choices.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Cillian Murphy?
Cillian Murphy is 49 years old.
When was Cillian Murphy born?
Cillian Murphy was born the 25 May 1976.
Where is Cillian Murphy from?
Douglas, County Cork, Ireland.
On His Birth-Day
About May 25th, 1976, in brief:
- Historical events: Incumbent U.S. President Gerald Ford defeated challenger Ronald Reagan in Republican presidential primaries across Kentucky, Tennessee, and Oregon, strengthening his position in the 1976 presidential race.
- Day of the week: May 25th, 1976 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waning crescent
- #1 US song: Love Hangover by Diana Ross
- #1 UK song: Fernando by Abba
- Popular movie: Sparkle directed by Salim Akil
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