Cumberbatch gained international recognition in 2010 when he was cast as the modern-day Sherlock Holmes in the BBC television series Sherlock. His portrayal received widespread praise and multiple award nominations, establishing him as a leading actor in British television.
In 2012, Cumberbatch lent his voice to the characters of Smaug and the Necromancer in Peter Jackson’s fantasy epic The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey and its sequels. He continued his voice acting career by joining the cast of DreamWorks Animation’s Penguins of Madagascar in 2014.
Cumberbatch delivered a critically acclaimed performance as Alan Turing in the 2014 historical drama The Imitation Game, directed by Morten Tyldum. His portrayal earned him numerous nominations, including an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor.
In 2016, he joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe, starring as Doctor Stephen Strange in the film Doctor Strange. He reprised the role in subsequent MCU films and quickly became a fan favorite. Among his other major projects was The Current War, in which he portrayed inventor Thomas Edison. Though delayed in release, the film eventually premiered in 2019.
In addition to acting, Cumberbatch has lent his voice to several high-profile documentaries, working with networks such as National Geographic and the Discovery Channel, further showcasing his versatility as a narrator and voice artist.
Cumberbatch is married to Sophie Hunter, a theatre and opera director. The couple, longtime friends before their engagement, married in 2015. That same year, they welcomed their first son, Christopher Carlton Cumberbatch. The couple later announced they were expecting a second child.
Cumberbatch is active on social media platforms such as Twitter and Instagram. Beyond his on-screen accomplishments, he supports numerous charitable causes and regularly participates in volunteer work and fundraising events. As of recent estimates, his net worth is approximately $20 million.
Return to the previous page| Birth Date: | 19 Jul, 1976 |
| Age: | 43 yrs |
| Citizenship: | United Kingdom |
| Birth Place: | Hammersmith |
| residence: | London |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | English actor and film producer |
| Spouse: | Sophie Hunter [M. 2015] |
| Net Worth 2021: | 40 million |
