Biography
Who is Max Irons?
Early life and education
Maximilian Paul Diarmuid Irons was born in the London Borough of Camden on October 17, 1985. He is the son of English actor Jeremy Irons and Irish actress Sinéad Cusack. The actor grew up in a family with deep theatrical connections. His grandparents were actors Cyril and Maureen Cusack, and his aunts include actresses Niamh and Sorcha Cusack. He also has an older brother named Samuel who works as a photographer.
During his younger years, Max attended the Dragon School located in Oxford. He later continued his secondary education at the Bryanston School in Dorset. Max eventually enrolled at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, where he successfully graduated in 2008. While in school, he experienced challenges related to dyslexia, as traditional teaching methods did not always align with his learning style. Despite his father advising against pursuing an acting career, he remained committed to the craft. Before finding steady work as an actor, he supported himself by working as a barman.
Acting career highlights
Max Irons made his film debut with a small role in the 2004 movie Being Julia. He later gained wider attention in 2011 when he played Henry in the film Red Riding Hood. In 2013, he was cast as Jared Howe in the science fiction film The Host, which was adapted from the novel written by Stephenie Meyer. That same year, he took on the significant role of Edward IV of England in the BBC One television series The White Queen. This historical drama was based on books written by Philippa Gregory and concluded in August 2013.
The actor continued to take on varied roles in both film and television. He appeared in the 2014 movie The Riot Club and starred in the 2016 ITV miniseries Tutankhamun as the archeologist Howard Carter. In 2017, he played a role in the film Crooked House, which featured a large cast including Glenn Close and Gillian Anderson. Also, he was cast as Joe Turner in the television adaptation of Condor, a project that ran from 2018 until 2020. He also joined the cast of the Lifetime television movie adaptation of Flowers in the Attic.
Modeling and personal life
Outside of his film and television work, Max Irons has participated in various modeling projects. He has worked with major fashion brands such as Burberry and Mango. In 2012, he held a modeling contract for the Macy's I.N.C. Collection. His style was further recognized in 2015 when he was listed as one of the 50 best-dressed British men by the magazine GQ.
In his personal life, Max began a relationship with Tatler fashion director Sophie Pera in 2013. The couple married in Oxfordshire on November 30, 2019. They welcomed a daughter together in 2023. He maintains a private life while continuing his professional work in the entertainment industry.
Birthday and age
Max Irons was born on October 17, 1985, which makes Max 41 years old today. That birthday falls under the Libra sign. Max shares the date with 53 other famous people.
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