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Paul Blackthorne Biography

Birth Name:Paul Blackthorne

Birth Place:Wellington, England, United Kingdom

Profession Actor, Director, Writer, Producer, Camera department

Fast Facts

  • Was nominated for a 2002 Screen Weekly Award for Best Performance in a Negative Role
  • Showcased his photography in a London art gallery to raise money for victims of an earthquake that hit India in 2001 where he had just finished filming "Lagaan"
  • Began his career as a commercial spokesperson before breaking into film
  • Has held numerous recurring roles on popular American series including "24", "White Collar" and "Arrow"
  • While not filming, he enjoys working as a professional photographer and has had his work displayed in some of the world's most well-known galleries
  • Made his film debut in 2001 with the Oscar-nominated Bollywood film, "Lagaan"
  • Learned Hindi for his role in 2001's "Lagaan"

Awards

  • 2002Popular Award-Best Performance by an Actor in a Negative Role: nominated
  • 2002Screen Award-Best Villain: nominated
  • 2013BTVA People's Choice Voice Acting Award-Best Vocal Ensemble in a TV Special/Direct-to-DVD Title or Short: winner
  • 2013BTVA Special/DVD Voice Acting Award-Best Vocal Ensemble in a TV Special/Direct-to-DVD Title or Short: winner