Biography
Who is Rupert Everett?
Early life and education
Rupert James Hector Everett entered the world in Burnham Deepdale, United Kingdom. His father, Major Anthony Michael Everett, served in the British Army. His mother is Sara MacLean. Rupert spent his childhood years with these parents before moving into formal education.
As a child, he attended Farleigh School in Hampshire. Later, he studied under Benedictine monks at Ampleforth College in Yorkshire. At sixteen, he departed school to move to London. There, he trained at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama to pursue his interest in acting.
Rise to acting fame
In 1981, he gained public notice at the Greenwich Theatre. He played a schoolboy in the play Another Country. This production moved to the West End. He later starred in the 1984 film version of the same title. This role earned him his first BAFTA nomination.
During the late seventies and early eighties, he performed at the Glasgow Citizens Theatre. He also appeared in an Agatha Christie adaptation for television in 1982. This early period established his foundation as a professional stage and film actor.
Hollywood and animation roles
His career reached a high point in 1997. He played a role in the film My Best Friend's Wedding. This performance secured a Golden Globe nomination. He later appeared in An Ideal Husband, which brought another Golden Globe nomination.
Audiences recognize him for voicing Prince Charming in the Shrek film franchise. Specifically, he provided the voice in the second and third entries. He also acted in Inspector Gadget during 1999. In 2016, he played a role in Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children.
Writing and directorial work
Rupert Everett has pursued writing alongside acting. He published the novel Hello, Darling, Are You Working? In the early nineties. Later, he wrote a memoir titled Red Carpets and Other Banana Skins. He also wrote and directed The Happy Prince.
This 2018 film focuses on the final years of Oscar Wilde. His fascination with the playwright began in childhood. He had previously starred as Wilde in the play The Judas Kiss. This stage production earned him a WhatsOnStage Award for best actor.
Personal life and identity
Rupert has been open about his life experiences. He identified as a gay man starting in his teenage years. In his memoir, he discussed a six-year relationship with television presenter Paula Yates. He has worked as a contributing editor for Vanity Fair. He also contributed writing to The Guardian.
Throughout his career, he has appeared on television as a host and presenter. He delivered a eulogy at the funeral of fashion director Isabella Blow in 2007. He remains active in the arts and media.
Birthday and age
Rupert Everett was born on May 29, 1959, which makes Rupert 67 years old today. That birthday falls under the Gemini sign. Rupert shares the date with 62 other famous people.
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