Jared Francis Harris is a highly respected and acclaimed British actor, known for his compelling film, television and theatre performances.
He is widely praised for his diverse and compelling portrayals of a variety of characters. One of Harris’ most recognized roles was Lane Pryce on the hit AMC series Mad Men from 2009 to 2012.
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- Full name: Jared Francis Harris
- Stage name: Jared Harris
- Date of Birth: August 24, 1961
- Age: 62
- Birthplace: Hammersmith, London, England.
- Nationality: British
- Occupation: British actor
- Height: 1.82 m
- Parents: Richard Harris, Elizabeth Rhys Williams
- Siblings: Jamie Harris, Damian Harris
- Spouse: Allegra Riggio (married 2013), Emilia Fox (married 2005–2010)
- Children: Unknown
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $8 million
Early life and education
Jared Francis Harris was born on August 24, 1961 in Hammersmith, London, England.
He is the second of three sons of Irish actor Richard Harris and his first wife, Welsh actress Elizabeth Rhys Williams.
Harris has an older brother named Damian Harris, who is a director, and a younger brother named Jamie Harris, who is an actor.
Jared Harris attended a Catholic boarding school in England and later attended Duke University in the United States, graduating in 1984 with a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts.
After that, he returned to the UK to train as an actor at the Central School of Speech and Drama, graduating in 1989. Jared Harris is of mixed descent, with an Irish father and a Welsh mother. Therefore, he is both Irish and Welsh. His specific religious beliefs are unknown.
Profession
Ciaran Harris began his film career in 1983 when he directed the unfinished feature film Darkmoor for Freewater Films at Duke University.
His first acting role was in the 1989 film The Rachel Files. He then had small roles in several notable films, such as the Western romance Far and Away (1992), the historical epic The Last of the Mohicans (1992), and the crime drama Natural Born Killers (1994).
Harris has gradually gained recognition for his performances in films such as The Last of the Mohicans and Natural Born Killers.
However, a major turning point in his career came when he played Andy Warhol in the film I Shot Andy Warhol.
Harris took his career to new heights with his role as Ryan Price in the critically acclaimed TV series Mad Men.
His performance earned him an Emmy nomination and solidified his status as a leading actor.A pivotal moment in Harris’ career was his portrayal of Soviet nuclear physicist Valery Legasov in the miniseries Chernobyl.
His performance in the role received widespread acclaim and won him the BAFTA Award for Best Actor.
Throughout his career, Harris has delivered outstanding performances in a variety of television series, including The Crown, The Expanse, and Fringe, further solidifying his reputation as a versatile and skilled actor.
Awards and nominations
Major awards and nominations:
- BAFTA Television Awards:
- Winner – Best Actor Chernobyl (2020)
- Nominated – Best Supporting Actor crown (2017)
- Primetime Emmy Awards:
- Nominated – Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited Series or Movie Chernobyl (2019)
- Nominated – Best Supporting Actor in a Drama Series mad Men (2012)
- Screen Actors Guild Awards:
- Nominated – Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series mad Men (2012, 2010)
- Winner – Outstanding Ensemble Cast in a Drama Series mad Men (2009)
- Golden Globe Award:
- Nominated – Best Actor – Miniseries or Television Movie Chernobyl (2019)
- Critics’ Choice Television Awards:
- Nominated – Best Guest Actor in a Drama Series crown (2017)
Social Media
- Instagram account: @jaredharris
Personal life
Jared Harris, a famous British actor, was married three times in his life.
In 1989, he married Jacqueline Goldenberg, but they divorced after three years.
Harris’ second wife was actress Emilia Fox, daughter of famous actors Edward Fox and Joanna David. Their marriage lasted from 2005 to 2010.
Harris met Allegra Riggio, a lighting designer and TV host, at a comedy club in April 2009, where a mutual friend was performing.
The two eventually married on November 9, 2013, and continue to live in Los Angeles. It is worth noting that Jared Harris does not have any children of his own.
Filmography
- Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows (2011)
- The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (2008)
- Mr. Deeds (2002)
- Resident Evil: Apocalypse (2004)
- Allied (2016)
- Chernobyl (2019)
- The Crown (2016)
- The Terror(2018)
- Edge (2008-2012)
- The Expanse (2015-2017)
net worth
The famous British actor Jared Harris has an estimated net worth of $8 million.
This huge fortune was accumulated through his very successful acting career of more than thirty years.
During this time, Harris appeared in numerous acclaimed television shows and films, solidifying his reputation as a talented and versatile actor.
