Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1968-06-09
- Born Place: Stepney, East London, England, UK
Also Known As:
Eddie Marson, Edward Marsan, 에디 마산, אדוורד מוריס צ'ארלס "אדי" מארסן, אדי מארסן, 埃迪·馬桑, ادی مارسن
Eddie Marsan
Edward Maurice Charles "Eddie" Marsan (born June 9, 1968) is a highly respected and prolific English actor, renowned for his versatility and the intensity he brings to a wide array of roles across film, television, and theatre. Hailing from a working-class background in Stepney, East London, Marsan initially pursued an apprenticeship as a printer before his passion for acting led him to train at the Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts and later at the Kogan Academy of Dramatic Arts.Marsan is particularly known for his ability to portray complex, often troubled, and frequently working-class characters, excelling in both independent films and major blockbusters. His film credits are extensive and include collaborations with acclaimed directors in films like Mike Leigh's Happy-Go-Lucky (for which he won the London Film Critics Circle Award and the National Society of Film Critics Award for Best Supporting Actor), Martin Scorsese's Gangs of New York, Alejandro González Iñárritu's 21 Grams, and Guy Ritchie's Sherlock Holmes and The Gentlemen. He has also made his mark in Hollywood blockbusters such as Mission: Impossible III, Hancock, V for Vendetta, War Horse, Deadpool 2, and Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw.On television, Marsan is widely recognized for his role as Terry Donovan in the critically acclaimed Showtime series Ray Donovan (2013-2020), and has also delivered memorable performances in series like Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell, Taboo, and The Thief, His Wife and the Canoe. His career showcases a remarkable range, allowing him to seamlessly transition between comedic and dramatic roles, often imbuing his characters with a compelling blend of vulnerability and intensity. He is a patron of Humanists UK.
