Damian Lewis is an English actor and producer best known for his roles as U.S. Marine Sergeant Nicholas Brody in the Showtime series “Homeland” and as U.S. Army Major Richard Winters in the HBO miniseries “Band of Brothers.” Read this article to find out more about him.
Damian Lewis was born on February 11th, 1971 to his parents Charlotte Mary and John Watcyn Lewis in St. John’s Wood in London, England. He attended Ashdown House School and then went to Eton College, where he later became the head boy. After graduating, Damian enrolled in the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, where he trained to become an actor.
Damian Lewis Wife
Damian Lewis’ relationship status is that he has been married to actress Helen McCrory since July 4, 2007. In course of their marriage, the couple have been blessed with two adorable children; Manon, a daughter and Gulliver, a son.
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Damian Lewis Career
The beginning of his career was in the theatre, where he performed in several productions such as “Hamlet,” “Cymbeline,” and “The Misanthrope.” He made his television debut in 1999, with a small role in the British TV series “Kavanagh QC.”
In 2001, Damian gained widespread recognition for his role in the HBO miniseries “Band of Brothers,” where he played the character of Major Richard Winters. He won a Golden Globe award for his role in the series.
His film career began with his role in the 2003 movie “Dreamcatcher,” where he starred alongside Morgan Freeman and Thomas Jane. He also appeared in other films such as “The Forsyte Saga,” “Stormbreaker,” and “The Escapist.”
However, he is most famous for his role as Nicholas Brody in the television series “Homeland.” He played the character from 2011 to 2013, winning an Emmy Award for his portrayal of a US Marine turned terrorist. His performance in “Homeland” earned him international recognition, leading to other roles in films and television series.
Some of his recent projects include the television series “Billions,” where he plays the character of Bobby Axelrod, a hedge fund manager. He has also been cast in the upcoming film “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood,” directed by Quentin Tarantino.
Damian Lewis Movies and TV Shows
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Damian Lewis Net Worth
The actor, Damian Lewis has an estimated net worth of about $25million approximately. He reportedly makes a lot of money from his career as a professional actor and television personality.
How Old is Damian Lewis?
Damian Lewis is 51 years of age as of 2023. The famous English actor was born on February 11th, 1971 in St. John’s Wood in London, England.
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