Roger Rees Biography

Fast Facts

• Created the title role in the Broadway production of "The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby," for which he won a Tony Award and an Olivier Award, both for best actor
• Married writer and producer Rick Elice in 2011 and the two collaborated as co-playwrights of "Double Double․"
• Began his acting career at the Royal Shakespeare Company after attending the Slade School of Fine Arts
• Painted scenery at the Wimbledon Theater in London and later became an actor there in 1965
• Quote: "[on acting] "It's hot and cold, it's fierce and pleasant․ Sometimes the most excruciating experiences in rehearsals and performances yield the most beautiful work․""
• Played the role of Gomez in the Broadway musical "The Addams Family" in 2010, after Nathan Lane left the role
• In addition to his stage work, he is best known to American audiences for playing Robin Colcord in "Cheers" and Lord John Marbury in "The West Wing․"
• Had a close friendship with Prince Michael of Greece and his wife Marina