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Ben Whishaw Biography

Birth Name:
Benjamin John Whishaw
Birth Place:
Clifton, Bedfordshire, England
Profession
Actor

Fast Facts

  • Began his ascent to stage-acting prominence as a 15-year-old, following his acclaimed portrayal of Primo Levi in the play If This Is a Man at the 1995 Edinburgh Festival
  • Received the Most Promising Newcomer award at the 2001 British Independent Film Awards for his costarring role in the film My Brother Tom
  • Was nominated for an Olivier Award in 2005 for his performance in Trevor Nunn's version of Hamlet
  • Won the 2009 International Emmy Award for Best Performance by an Actor for his work in the BBC television series Criminal Justice
  • Has said in interviews that he doesn't read reviews of his work

Awards

  • 2019BAFTA Television Awards-Best Supporting Actor: winner
  • 2019Emmy-Outstanding Supporting Actor In A Limited Series Or A Movie: winner
  • 2016BAFTA Television Awards-Best Actor: nominated
  • 2008Independent Spirit Awards-Robert Altman Award: winner

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