Paul Anderson is a British actor best known for his powerful portrayal of Arthur Shelby Jr. in the critically acclaimed television series Peaky Blinders.
The role, which portrayed an emotionally unstable, troubled gangster in post-World War I Birmingham, earned him widespread recognition and helped establish his reputation as a versatile actor capable of embodying intense and complex characters. .
In addition to “Peaky Blinders,” Anderson has appeared in major films such as “Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows” and “The Revenant.”
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- Full name: Paul Anderson
- Nickname: Boyce
- Date of birth: February 12, 1978
- Age: 46 years old
- Gender: Male
- Place of birth: London, England
- Nationality: British
- Occupation: Actor
- Height: 5 feet 9 ½ inches (1.77 m)
- Parents: Not applicable
- Siblings: Vicki Anderson (sister), brother (name not applicable)
- Spouse: Not applicable
- Children: Not applicable
- Relationship status: Single
- Religion: Not applicable
- Ethnicity: English
- Net worth: $2 million
early life and education
Paul Anderson, 46 years old, was born on February 12, 1978 in London, England. He grew up in a working-class family on a council estate.
His mother worked as a barmaid in a bar, and Anderson cited his brother as a major influence on his life and career choices. He also has a sister, Vicki Anderson, who is the mother of actor Jacob Anderson, best known for playing Gray Worm in Game of Thrones.
Anderson left school at the age of 14 or 15, long before completing his formal education. In his early adulthood, he considered acting as a career.
A conversation with a friend led him to apply to drama school. He eventually earned a place at the Webber Douglas School of Dramatic Arts, where he honed his acting skills.
personal life
Paul Anderson’s personal life is relatively private and he rarely discusses relationships or family matters publicly.
He has never been married and there is no confirmed information about his romantic relationships. His public focus remains on his professional and personal passions, including his love of pets and Tottenham Hotspur Football Club.
Profession
Anderson’s acting career started relatively late compared to some actors, but his rise was rapid. After graduating from drama school, he initially worked in theater before making his screen debut in the British film The Firm (2009), in which he played the role of Bex.
In 2013, he had his breakthrough role as Arthur Shelby Jr. in Peaky Blinders. The role allowed him to showcase his ability to play emotionally charged, aggressive characters. In addition to Peaky Blinders, Anderson has appeared in a number of high-profile films.
In Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows (2011), he played Colonel Sebastian Moran; in The Revenant (2015), he starred with Leonardo DiCapri Oh plays the role of fur trapper Anderson. Other notable film credits include Legend (2015), In the Heart of the Sea (2015) and Brimstone (2016).
Awards
- Nominated for a Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by an Actor in a Performance by an Actor – The Revenant (2016)
- Nominated for the National Television Award for Best Drama Performance – Peaky Blinders
net worth
Paul Anderson has an estimated net worth of $2 million. His wealth is mainly due to his successful acting career, especially his role in Peaky Blinders, which was a commercial and critical success.
dispute
In 2024, Paul Anderson made headlines when he was fined £1,345 for possessing crack cocaine. While the incident attracted negative media attention, it did not appear to have had a major impact on his career, and Anderson has not commented publicly on the matter in detail.
Additionally, rumors about his off-screen behavior occasionally surfaced, but without causing major scandal or controversy, his work speaks for itself.
Anderson praised the work on Peaky Blinders for its realistic depiction of post-war life. His portrayal of Arthur Shelby sparked discussion about depictions of violence and trauma.
While the intensity of his character has fueled speculation about how much Anderson brought to the role, he remains a professional and respected figure in the industry.
social media
- Instagram: @boyceyboycey
- Twitter: N/A
film chronology
- Peaky Blinders (2013–2022)
- Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows (2011)
- The Revenant(2015)
- Legend(2015)
- In the center of the sea(2015)
- Sulfur(2016)
- Hostiles(2017)
- Robin Hood(2018)
- Feedback (2019)
- Tijuana Bible(2019)
