Peter Wight: Biography in Details
Who Is Peter Wight?
Peter Wight is an English actor. He is popularly known for playing the role of Roy Porter in the 2007 buddy cop action comedy film Hot Fuzz.
Similarly, he is also known for his roles in FairyTale: A True Story, Salmon Fishing in Yemen, and The One and Only Phyllis Dixey.
Peter Wight- Bio, Age, Parents, Siblings, Ethnicity, Education
Peter Wight was born in 1950 · Worthing, Sussex, England, UK. As of 2024, he is 74 years old.
He is British by nationality and his ethnicity is caucasian. His birth sign is unknown.
Moreover, there is no detailed info about his father and mother. Similarly, he has not disclosed any info about his brother and sister.
Speaking about his educational background, he studied English at Oxford.
Peter Wight-Professional Life, Careers
Moving on to his career. Peter, has been active in the film industry since 1978. He has worked in several films and television series till now. He made his acting debut by portraying a minor role in the British television drama series Armchair Thriller.
Film Career:
He made his film debut playing the role of Ricky in the 1979 British drama film The Bitch which was directed by Gerry O’Hara. In 2001, he portrayed the role of M.P. in the British-Canadian thriller film The Fourth Angel. Later, he was seen in The Gathering, The Statement, and Pride & Prejudice.
In 2007, Peter Wight played the role of Roy Porter in the 2007 buddy cop action comedy film Hot Fuzz which was directed by Edgar Wright.
His other film credits include:
- Mr. Turner as Joseph Gillott
- The Program as Sunday Times Editor
- Brakes as Alan
- Trespass Against Us as Dog Owner
- The Sense of an Ending as Colin Simpson
- Another Mother’s Son as Rene
- Only You as Andrew
- Uncle Vanya as Telegin
Television Career:
Peter Wight has worked in several television series. He made his first television appearance in the 1978 British television drama series Armchair Thriller. That year, he was also seen in Z-Cars and The One and Only Phyllis Dixey.
From 1995 to 1996, he covered the role of D.C. Ron Ludlow in Out of the Blue. Similarly, he had a recurring role of Nige in Early Doors. He was also seen as Neil in EastEnders in 2006.
His other television credits include:
- The Paradise as Edmund Lovett
- The Security Men as Kenneth
- The Mimic as Martin’s Dad
- Our Zoo as Albert Mottershead
- I Want My Wife Back as Don
- Brief Encounters as Brian
Recently, he made his appearance as Peter Jaconelli in the 2023 British television drama mini-series The Reckoning.
Peter Wight-Net Worth, Salary
Talking about his earnings, Peter Wight has earned a good amount of money as a professional actor. As of 2024, his estimated net worth is around $3 million.
Most of his earnings are from his acting career, movies, television series, and other business ventures. The info about his salary is under review.
Rumors, Controversy
Peter Wight has not been involved in controversy till now. He keeps his personal life private and has kept himself away from scandals and rumors. He ignores the activities that affect his career and image.
Body Features Height, Weight
Peter has maintained a healthy body and stands at a decent height. He has white hair and blue color eyes. The info about his full body measurements including height, weight, chest size, dress size, and shoe size is under review.
Social Media
He is not active on social media. He does not have Facebook, Twitter, and Facebook account.
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