Colin Salmon was born on December 6, 1962, in Bethnal Green, London, England. He was raised in Luton by his mother, Sylvia Ivy Brudenell Salmon. He attended Ramridge Primary School and later Ashcroft High School. During his school years, he joined three friends to form a punk rock band. The group released a 7-inch EP and performed at local venues in the late 1970s.
Salmon began his acting career in the early 1990s, not in 1982 as sometimes misreported. One of his early prominent roles was in the BAFTA-winning television series "Prime Suspect." Although he did not appear in "Prime Suspect 2" in 1982, he gained recognition playing Detective Superintendent Robert Oswalde in "Prime Suspect 2" in 1992. However, his widespread recognition came from his role as Charles Robinson, an MI6 deputy chief, in three James Bond films: "Tomorrow Never Dies" (1997), "The World Is Not Enough" (1999), and "Die Another Day" (2002).
Colin Salmon is also known for his work in science fiction and action films. He appeared in the 2002 film "Resident Evil" as James “One” Shade, and in 2004's "Alien vs. Predator" as Maxwell Stafford. In both films, his characters met dramatic deaths, with the role in "Resident Evil" becoming particularly iconic for the visually distinctive scene in which his character is sliced into cubes by a laser grid.
He rejoined the Resident Evil franchise in 2012 with a return appearance in "Resident Evil: Retribution," alongside Michelle Rodriguez. On television, Salmon had a recurring role in the ITV drama series "Bad Girls" in 2006 and has made guest appearances in several other high-profile productions, including "Doctor Who," "Arrow," and "Krypton."
Beyond acting, Salmon is actively involved in charitable and community work. He serves as chairman of governors at St Anne’s Nursery and is an ambassador for The Prince’s Trust, an organization that supports disadvantaged young people.
In his personal life, Salmon married visual artist Fiona Hawthorne in 1998. The couple has four children: Sasha, Rudi, Eden, and Ben. His longstanding commitment to both family and community reflects the values he champions both on and off screen.
| Birth Date: | 6 Dec, 1962 |
| Age: | 57 yrs |
| Occupations: | Actor Stage actor Film actor Television actor |
| Citizenship: | United Kingdom |
| Birth Place: | Bethnal Green |
| Education: | Ashcroft High School |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | British actor |
| Net Worth 2021: | 6 million |
