Cillian Murphy Bio
Cillian Murphy is an Irish actor known for his diverse range of roles and captivating performances best known for “Batman Begins“, “The Dark Knight” and the TV series, “Peaky Blinders“. He was born on May 25, 1976, in Douglas, County Cork, Ireland. Murphy’s talent and dedication have earned him critical acclaim and a loyal fan base worldwide.
Cillian Murphy Age
He was born on May 25, 1976, in Douglas, County Cork, Ireland. As of 2023, Cillian Murphy is 47 years old.
Cillian Murphy Height
Murphy stands at a height of 5 feet 9 inches (175 cm) and reportedly weighs around 75 kg. His lean physique and expressive features add depth to his on-screen characters.
Cillian Murphy Family
He was born into a close-knit family in Ireland. His parents are Brendan Murphy and his mother, whose name is not publicly known. He has three younger siblings: Páidi Murphy, Sile Murphy, and Orla Murphy.
Cillian Murphy Relationship
Murphy is a private individual when it comes to his personal life. He has been married to Yvonne McGuinness, an artist, and filmmaker, since 2004. The couple has two sons named Malachy Murphy and Aran Murphy.
Cillian Murphy Education
Having attended Presentation Brothers College in Cork, he developed an interest in acting and performed in school productions. He went on to study law at University College Cork but later decided to pursue a career in acting instead.
Cillian Murphy Career
Cillian Murphy’s acting career gained momentum with his role in the critically acclaimed film “Disco Pigs” (2001), which earned him widespread recognition. He continued to impress audiences and critics with his performances in films such as “28 Days Later” (2002), “Cold Mountain” (2003), and “Red Eye” (2005).
His most notable collaboration is with acclaimed filmmaker Christopher Nolan. He starred as the lead in Nolan’s “Batman Begins” (2005), “The Dark Knight” (2008), and “The Dark Knight Rises” (2012), portraying the enigmatic Scarecrow. Murphy’s collaboration with Nolan continued in films like “Inception” (2010) and “Dunkirk” (2017), further showcasing his versatility as an actor.
In addition to his film work, Murphy has also made notable appearances on television. He starred as Tommy Shelby in the critically acclaimed series “Peaky Blinders” (2013-2019), receiving praise for his nuanced portrayal of the gangster.
Cillian Murphy TV Shows & Movies
Some of Cillian Murphy’s notable TV shows and movies include:
- “Disco Pigs” (2001)
- “28 Days Later” (2002)
- “Red Eye” (2005)
- “Inception” (2010)
- “Peaky Blinders” (2013-2019)
- “Dunkirk” (2017)
Cillian Murphy Awards
- National Television Award for Outstanding Drama Performance: “Peaky Blinders” (2020, 2022).
- Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Solo Performance: “Misterman” (2012).
Cillian Murphy’s Net Worth
As of now, Cillian Murphy’s net worth is estimated to be around $20 million. His successful acting career, spanning both film and television, has contributed to his wealth.