Pierce Brosnan
Personal details
  • Born:
    • Birthday: 1953-05-16
    • Born Place: Navan, County Meath, Ireland
  • Height:

    6′ 1¼″ (1.86 m)

  • Also Known As:

    Pierce Brendan Brosnan, 皮尔斯布鲁斯南

Pierce Brosnan

Pierce Brosnan is a highly recognizable Irish actor and film producer, born Pierce Brendan Brosnan on May 16, 1953, in Drogheda, County Louth, Ireland. His early life was marked by his father abandoning the family and his mother moving to London for work, leading to him being raised largely by his grandparents. At 11, he reunited with his mother and moved to London, where he later pursued an interest in painting before discovering acting. He trained at the Drama Centre London, graduating in 1975, and began his career on stage.Brosnan gained initial prominence in the United States with his starring role in the popular NBC romantic detective series Remington Steele (1982-1987). This role showcased his debonair charm and wit, catching the attention of many, including the producers of the James Bond franchise. After a previous contract conflict prevented him from taking the role, he finally became the fifth actor to portray the iconic secret agent James Bond, starring in four films: GoldenEye (1995), Tomorrow Never Dies (1997), The World Is Not Enough (1999), and Die Another Day (2002). His portrayal revitalized the franchise and made him a global household name.Beyond Bond, Brosnan has demonstrated his versatility across various genres. He's known for his roles in comedies like Mrs. Doubtfire (1993) and the Mamma Mia! films (2008, 2018), as well as action and drama films such as The Thomas Crown Affair (1999), The Matador (2005), and more recently, Black Adam (2022) and The Out-Laws (2023). He also ventured into film production, co-founding Irish DreamTime. An active environmentalist and humanitarian, Brosnan has been an Ambassador for UNICEF Ireland since 2001 and was made an honorary OBE in 2003 for his contributions to film and charity work. He continues to be a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, taking on diverse roles and maintaining a strong presence on screen.

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