Who is Jim Broadbent?
Jim Broadbent is an English actor. People mostly know Jim Broadbent for his role as John Bayley in the feature film ‘Iris’.
Additionally, he also portrayed the role of Lord Longford in the television film ‘Longford’.
Jim Broadbent: Age, Parents, Siblings, Ethnicity, Education
Broadbent was born as James Broadbent in Holton cum Beckering on May 24, 1949. He was born to parents Doreen “Dee” Broadbent and Roy Laverick Broadbent.
His mother was a sculptor and his father was an artist, furniture maker, sculptor, and interior designer. Additionally, he had a twin sister who died at birth. He developed a keen interest in acting since his childhood years. He is of British nationality. Furthermore, he belongs to an English ethnic background.
Talking about his education, Broadbent attended Leighton Park School. Additionally, he also attended art college but later transferred to the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art. He eventually graduated in 1972.
Jim Broadbent: Career, Salary, Net Worth
Broadbent initially worked on the stage in plays including ‘National Theatre of Brent’. In 1978, he landed a role in ‘The Shout’. Additionally, he also played Woodcutter in ‘The Life Story of Baal’. He portrayed the role of Union Negotiator in the TV series ‘Not the Nine O’Clock News’. In 1980, he had the role of Stewart in the TV series ‘BBC2 Playhouse’.
In 1980, he appeared in ‘Breaking Glass’, ‘The Dogs of War’, and ‘Phoelix’. Since then, he has appeared in numerous other movies and television series. Furthermore, he has also produced and written several movies and television series. All in all, he has over 150 credits as an actor.
Some other movies and television series that Broadbent has appeared in are ‘Black 47’, ‘Game of Thrones’, ‘The Sense of an Ending’, ‘Teletubbies’, ‘Bridget Jones’s Baby’, ‘War & Peace’, ‘Eddie the Eagle’, ‘London Spy’, ‘The Weather Inside’, ‘The Lady in the Van’, ‘Lives of the Infamous Comedy Blaps’, ‘The Harry Hill Movie’, ‘Le Week-End’, ‘Closed Circuit’, ‘Any Human Heart’, ‘Another Year’, ‘The Damned United’, ‘Inkheart’, ‘Hot Fuzz’, ‘The Street’, and ‘Art School Confidential’ among others. Furthermore, he also has 5 credits as a writer.
Broadbent won the Academy Award in 2002 for his performance in ‘Iris’. Additionally, he has also won two Golden Globe Awards. He has garnered two Primetime Emmy nominations. Furthermore, he has won two BAFTA Awards. All in all, he has 23 wins and 54 nominations to his name to date.
Broadbent has not revealed his current salary. However, he has an estimated net worth of around $4 million at present.
Jim Broadbent: Rumors, Controversy
‘Cloud Alas’ in which Broadbent appeared was part of several controversies upon its release. Additionally, the show ‘Longford’ also attracted criticisms and controversies. At present, there are no rumors concerning his life and career.
Body Measurements: Height, Weight
Talking about his body measurement, Jim Broadbent has a height of 6 feet 2 inches and a decent weight. Additionally, his hair color is Grey and his eye color is blue.
Social Media
Broadbent is not active over social media. He does not have his official Twitter and Instagram accounts. Additionally, he is not active on Facebook as well.
Also know more about another English actor, Bob Hoskins.
