Gary Leonard Oldman, better known as Gary Oldman, is a renowned English actor and filmmaker who has captivated audiences around the world with his varied and intense acting style.
His outstanding work has earned him numerous accolades, including an Oscar, a Golden Globe, three BAFTAs, and two Primetime Emmy Award nominations.
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- Full name: Gary Leonard Oldman
- Stage name: Gary Oldman
- Date of Birth: March 21, 1958
- Age: 66
- Birthplace: New Cross, London, England.
- Nationality: British
- Occupation: Actor, film producer
- Height: 1.75 m
- Parents: Catherine Oldman and Leonard Oldman
- Siblings: Sister Maureen
- Spouses: Lesley Manville (m. 1987-1990), Uma Thurman (m. 1990-1992), Donia Fiorentino (m. 1997-2001), Alexandra Edenborough (m. 2008-2015), and Gisele Schmidt (m. 2017)
- Children: Gulliver Flynn Oldman, Charlie John Oldman and Alfie Oldman
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $40 million
Early life and education
Gary Oldman was born on March 21, 1958 in New Cross, London, England. He was raised by his parents, Catherine Oldman and Leonard Oldman, and his sister Maureen is also an actress.
Oldman studied at the Rose Bruford School of Drama to hone his acting skills. He is of British descent and a Christian.
Profession
Gary Oldman’s acting career began in the early 1980s with his film debut in Memento (1982). He quickly gained recognition for his role as Sid Vicious in the biopic Sid & Nancy (1986), showcasing his ability to play complex and challenging roles. This performance solidified his reputation as a rising star in British cinema.
Oldman’s acting career continued to flourish, with memorable performances in films such as Prick Up Your Ears (1987), Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Die (1990), and JFK (1991). He was able to play a variety of roles, from historical figures to fictional villains, demonstrating his extraordinary acting and acting abilities.
Oldman’s Hollywood breakthrough came with his iconic portrayal of Dracula in Francis Ford Coppola’s Dracula (1992). His passionate performance and stunning physical transformation cemented his status as America’s leading man.
In addition to his acting career, Oldman has also ventured into filmmaking. He has directed and produced several films, including the critically acclaimed drama Nil by Mouth (1997), which he wrote.
His experience behind the camera further enriched his understanding of filmmaking and contributed to his overall artistic development.
Awards and nominations
Oscars:
- Award: Best Actor in Darkest Hour (2017)
- Nominated: Best Actor for Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy (2011) and Mank (2020)
Golden Globe Award:
- Best Actor in a Drama Film for Darkest Hour (2017)
- Nominated: Best Actor in a TV Series Drama – Slow Horse (2024) and Mank (2021)
BAFTA Awards:
- Award: Best Actor in Darkest Hour (2017)
- Nominated: Best Actor for Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy (2011) and Mank (2020)
Social Media
- Instagram account: @giseleschmidtofficial
- Facebook account: Gary Leonard Oldman
- Twitter account: @GaryOldmanWeb
Personal life
Gary Oldman has been married five times in his life. His first wife was Lesley Manville in 1987, but the two divorced in 1990. They have a son named Alfie Oldman.
Oldman’s second marriage was to Uma Thurman in 1990, but the couple divorced in 1992 after two years of marriage. He married Donya Fiorentino in 1997. They had two sons, Gulliver Flynn Oldman and Charlie John Oldman, and divorced in 2001.
Oldman’s fourth marriage was to Alexandra Edenborough in 2008, but the couple divorced in 2015 after seven years of marriage. Oldman has been married to his fifth wife, Gisele Schmidt, since 2017.
Filmography
- Sid and Nancy (1986)
- Prick Up Your Ears (1987)
- Henry and Joan (1990)
- Bram Stoker’s Dracula (1992)
- True Romance (1993)
- Léon: The Professional (1994)
- The Fifth Element (1997)
- Air Force One (1997)
- Harry Potter series (2004-2011)
- The Dark Knight Trilogy (2005-2012)
net worth
Gary Oldman is a famous English actor, film producer, and musician who has amassed a whopping net worth of $40 million over the course of his illustrious career.
Oldman has proven himself to be a very versatile and talented actor, able to seamlessly transition between different roles in both film and television.
