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Hugh Richard Bonneville Williams was born in Paddington, London, England, to a urological surgeon and nurse.
Hugh was always interested in acting, so he also attended an acting school and also played in many stage dramas. Hugh Richard Bonneville Williams also supports different charities for underprivileged children who want to pursue acting.
Hugh made his acting debut in 1987, his television debut in 1990, and his film debut in 1994. Hugh Bonneville married Lucinda Evans, and they have a son together, his name is Felix.
Hugh Bonneville is known for his roles like 'Ian Fletcher' in the television series' W1A'. His other notable performances are Henry Brown in 'Paddington 2' and James Lampton in 'The Commander: Blackdog.'
Hugh Richard Bonneville Williams has an estimated net worth of about $8 million.
English actor Hugh Bonneville's annual salary ranges between $50,000-200,000. Hugh Richard Bonneville Williams is among the highest-paid actors in the world. His source of income is through acting.
British actor Hugh Bonneville is 6.16 ft (187 cm). His eye color is grey.
Hugh Bonneville was born on November 10, 1963, in Paddington, London, England. He was 58 years old in 2021.
Hugh Richard Bonneville Williams was born on November 10, 1963, in Paddington, London, England. His father was a urological surgeon, and his mother was a nurse.
He studied at Dulwich College Preparatory School. He also attended Sherborne School. He enrolled in Corpus Christi College, Cambridge. He later attended Webber Douglas Academy of Dramatic Art to study acting.
Hugh Bonneville is married to Lucinda Evans. They married each other in the year 1998. They have a son together; his name is Felix Bonneville. Hugh and his wife Lucinda met in their teens but later drifted apart and again came in contact in their 30s.
Hugh Bonneville made his debut in his acting career through theatre in the year 1987 when he first appeared in an open-air theatre. He then became a part of the National Theatre and appeared in numerous plays. He made his television debut through the drama series 'Chancer' in the year 1990. In the year 1991, Hugh joined the Royal Shakespeare Company, and his first performance was in 'Hamlet.' His debut film was the horror film 'Mary Shelley's Frankenstein' in 1994. From the year 2008-2011, Hugh narrated the observational documentary series 'Country House Rescue.' Hugh has performed in almost all genres. He also narrated an animated series, 'Sofia the First.'
Following is a timeline of Hugh's film roles:
Television series done by Hugh in his career:
Hugh Bonneville is an active social worker, the causes he supports are as follows:
Scene & Heard is a mentoring program that partners the inner-city children of Somers Town with volunteer theatre professionals.
The Primary Shakespeare Company is a charity working with children in primary schools, raising achievement and attainment by engaging with Shakespeare.
National Youths Arts Trust is a charity that provides access to the performing arts for young people between the ages of 7-25 from non-privileged backgrounds.
Awards won by Hugh:
2001: Nominated for British Academy Film Award for Best Supporting Actor for the movie ‘Iris.’
Nominated for European Film Award for Best Actor.
2002: Winner of Berlin International Film Festival for New Talent Award.
2006: Nominated for Monte-Carlo Television Festival for Outstanding Actor in a Miniseries for ‘Tsunami: The Aftermath.’
2012: Nominated for Primetime Emmy Award in the category of Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series for ‘Downton Abbey.’
2011: Nominated for Golden Globe Awards in the category of Best Actor - Miniseries or Television Film.
Nominated for Monte-Carlo Television Festival in the category of Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series.
Nominated for British Comedy Awards in the category of Best TV Comedy Actor for ‘Twenty Twelve.’
2012: Winner of Screen Actors Guild Awards for Outstanding Ensemble in a Drama Series for ‘Downton Abbey.’
2013: Nominated for Screen Actors Guild Awards for Outstanding Ensemble in a Drama Series for ‘Downton Abbey.’
2014 and 2015: Winner of Screen Actors Guild Awards for Outstanding Ensemble in a Drama Series for ‘Downton Abbey.’
2016: Nominated for Screen Actors Guild Awards for Outstanding Ensemble in a Drama Series for 'Downton Abbey.'
Hugh Bonneville's hobby is painting. He also loves hiking with dogs and friends.
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We try our very best, but cannot guarantee perfection. We will always aim to give you accurate information at the date of publication - however, information does change, so it’s important you do your own research, double-check and make the decision that is right for your family.
Kidadl provides inspiration to entertain and educate your children. We recognise that not all activities and ideas are appropriate and suitable for all children and families or in all circumstances. Our recommended activities are based on age but these are a guide. We recommend that these ideas are used as inspiration, that ideas are undertaken with appropriate adult supervision, and that each adult uses their own discretion and knowledge of their children to consider the safety and suitability.
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