Ben Whishaw is a critically acclaimed English actor, best known for his roles in the James Bond franchise, the television series Fargo, and the musical film Mary Poppins Returns.
Benjamin John Whishaw was born on October 14, 1980, in Clifton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom. He has a twin brother named James. His parents are Linda, who worked at a department store, and Jose Whishaw, an information technology professional. During his teenage years, Ben became involved with the Bancroft Players Youth Theatre at Hitchin’s Queen Mother Theatre, where he began to develop his passion for acting.
He attended Samuel Whitbread Community College and later trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA), graduating in 2003. While studying at RADA, he appeared in a number of television commercials, using the earnings to help support his education and living expenses.
Shortly after graduating from RADA, Whishaw received critical acclaim for his portrayal of the titular character in Hamlet, directed by Trevor Nunn. The production solidified his status as a rising talent and led to a wave of opportunities in film and television.
Ben Whishaw is widely recognized for his performance as Q in the James Bond films Skyfall (2012), Spectre (2015), and No Time to Die (2021). He also played the role of Michael Banks in Mary Poppins Returns (2018) and starred as Norman Scott in the BBC miniseries A Very English Scandal (2018), a role that earned him numerous accolades.
Throughout his career, he has appeared in a range of films, including Layer Cake, Perfume: The Story of a Murderer, Cloud Atlas, Paddington, The Lobster, and Bright Star. His versatility and depth as an actor have garnered him industry recognition and respect.
Whishaw has received numerous prestigious awards for his performances. These include a BAFTA Award, a Golden Globe Award, and an Emmy Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Limited Series or Movie for A Very English Scandal in 2019. He was also nominated for a Laurence Olivier Award for his role in Hamlet and has been honored by independent film critics for his contributions to cinema.
Ben Whishaw is married to Australian composer Mark Bradshaw. The couple met while working together on the film Bright Star in 2009. They maintained a private relationship and only publicly confirmed their marriage a year after they wed. Whishaw and Bradshaw were married in August 2012 in Sydney, Australia, and have remained committed to maintaining their personal life with discretion.
| Birth Date: | 14 Oct, 1980 |
| Age: | 39 yrs |
| Occupations: | Stage actor Television actor Film actor Voice actor |
| Citizenship: | United Kingdom |
| Birth Place: | Clifton |
| residence: | London |
| Education: | Royal Academy of Dramatic Art |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | English actor |
| Spouse: | Mark Bradshaw [M. 2012] |
| Net Worth 2021: | 2 million |
