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Laurence Fox Biography

Birth Name:Laurence Paul Fox

Birth Place:Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom

Profession Actor, Soundtrack

Fast Facts

  • After almost being expelled from high school for various pranks and fights, he worked as a gardener and as a receptionist before eventually enrolling at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in his mid-twenties
  • Married "Doctor Who" actress Billie Piper in 2008 after having dated for two years prior
  • Son of well-known actor, James Fox
  • Quote: "You know, I'd just rather have a good time than be Daniel Day-Lewis․ There ain't no method to my acting․"
  • Quote: "Acting can be a great job, but you do have to make up things to do when you're not working․"
  • Gained widespread acclaim after appearing in the ITV series "Lewis" from 2006 to 2013
  • Made his film debut in 2001's "The Hole", but would gain further acclaim after his appearance in 2005's "Colditz"

Awards

  • 2010Dagger-Best Supporting Actor: nominated
  • 2012Dagger-Best Supporting Actor: nominated
  • 2012Audience Award-Best Detective Duo: winner