Biography
Who is Ralph Fiennes?
Early life and training
Ralph Fiennes was born on December 22, 1962, in Ipswich, United Kingdom. His parents were Mark Fiennes and Jennifer Lash. He grew up alongside his siblings Sophie, Martha, Joseph, and Magnus.
For his education, he attended Chelsea College of Art and Design before completing his formal actor training at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, graduating in 1985. Before that, he also studied at St Kieran's College.
Stage career and Shakespeare
Ralph Fiennes built a strong reputation as a classical stage interpreter. He performed successfully at the Royal National Theatre and later with the Royal Shakespeare Company.
In 1995, he made his Broadway debut playing Prince Hamlet in a revival of the play, earning the Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play. He later earned another Tony nomination for his role in the Brian Friel play Faith Healer in 2006.
Film career and major roles
Ralph Fiennes made his feature film debut playing Heathcliff in an adaptation of Wuthering Heights in 1992. He soon earned widespread international recognition and an Academy Award nomination for portraying Amon Goth in Schindler's List in 1993.
He received further Academy Award nominations for playing Laszlo Almasy in The English Patient and for his role as a cardinal in Conclave. His extensive filmography includes Quiz Show, The Constant Gardener, In Bruges, The Reader, The Grand Budapest Hotel, and The Menu.
He gained big global recognition for playing the villain Lord Voldemort in the Harry Potter film series from 2005 to 2011. He also portrayed Gareth Mallory, also known as M, in the James Bond films from 2012 to 2021, and lent his voice to several animated projects.
Directing and personal life
In addition to acting on stage and screen, Ralph Fiennes expanded his career into directing and producing. He directed and starred in film adaptations of Coriolanus and The Invisible Woman.
Regarding his personal life, he was previously married to Alex Kingston and later entered a relationship with Francesca Annis. He stands 180 cm tall and holds British nationality as a Capricorn.
Birthday and age
Ralph Fiennes was born on December 22, 1962, which makes Ralph 63 years old today. That birthday falls under the Capricorn sign. Ralph shares the date with 47 other famous people.
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