Gabriel Byrne
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  • Born:
    • Birthday: 1950-05-12
    • Born Place: Dublin, Ireland
  • Also Known As:

    Gabriel James Byrne, Гэбриэл Бирн, Гэбриел Бирн, Гэбриел Бёрн, Гебріел Бірн, گابریل بایرن

Gabriel Byrne

Gabriel Byrne is a highly respected Irish actor, film director, producer, and writer, born on May 12, 1950, in Dublin, Ireland. His journey into acting began later in life after pursuing diverse professions such as an archaeologist, a chef, a bullfighter, and a Spanish and history teacher. He trained at Dublin's Focus Theatre and the Abbey Theatre, and later joined London's Royal Court Theatre, honing his craft on stage.Byrne made his screen debut in the Irish drama series "The Riordans" in 1978. His breakthrough film role came in John Boorman's "Excalibur" (1981) as Uther Pendragon, which brought him international attention. Throughout his prolific career, he has appeared in over 80 feature films, showcasing remarkable versatility in a wide range of genres. Some of his most iconic performances include Tom Reagan in "Miller's Crossing" (1990), Dean Keaton in "The Usual Suspects" (1995), Father Andrew Kiernan in "Stigmata" (1999), and Satan in "End of Days" (1999). He has also worked with renowned directors such as the Coen Brothers, Wim Wenders, and David Cronenberg.Beyond film, Byrne has garnered critical acclaim for his television work, notably for his Golden Globe-winning role as therapist Dr. Paul Weston in the HBO drama "In Treatment" (2008-2010), which also earned him Emmy nominations. He also had a significant role in the historical drama "Vikings." As a producer, he worked on the Academy Award-nominated "In the Name of the Father" (1993) and co-wrote "The Last of the High Kings" (1996).Recognized for his intense presence, nuanced performances, and distinctive voice, Gabriel Byrne has received numerous accolades throughout his career, including a Golden Globe Award and an Irish Film and Television Academy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2018. He continues to be a prominent figure in cinema, with recent notable roles in films like "Hereditary" (2018) and the upcoming "John Wick" spin-off, "Ballerina" (2025), where he plays the antagonist, the Chancellor.

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