Richard E. Grant, born Richard Grant Esterhuysen, is a versatile actor and presenter from Swaziland of British descent.
In 1987, he made his big screen debut as Witt Nails in the comedy film Me and Witt Nails.
More recently, Grant received widespread acclaim for his portrayal of Jack Hawke in Marielle Heller’s drama Can You Ever Forgive Me? (2018), which won him numerous awards, including the Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Actor.
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- Full name: Richard E Grant
- Stage name: Richard Grant Esterhuysen
- Date of Birth: May 5, 1957
- Age: 67
- Birthplace: Mbabane, Swaziland
- Nationality: Swaziland
- Occupation: Actor and presenter from Swaziland of British descent
- Height: 1.88 m
- Parents: Henrik Esterhuysen and Leonne Esterhuysen
- Siblings: 1, Stuart Esterhuisen.
- Spouse: Joan Washington
- Children: Olivia Grant Esterhuizen
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $4 million
Early life and education.
Richard E. Grant, born Richard Grant Estershuisen, was born in Mbabane, Swaziland on May 5, 1957. He was raised by his parents Henrik Estershuisen and Leonne Estershuisen, along with his sibling Stuart Estershuisen.
Grant attended secondary school at the United World College in Kamhlaba, Waterford, South Africa, before entering the University of Cape Town in May 1976 to study English and Drama.
Profession
Born in Swaziland (now Eswatini), Richard E. Grant has had a varied career as an actor. He is best known for his role in the classic comedy Me and My Long Fingernails (1987). He has received critical acclaim for many roles, including his Oscar-nominated performance in Can You Ever Forgive Me? (2018).
Grant has also appeared in a number of films, showing his versatility in genres, from the comedy Hudson Hawk (1991), the drama The Age of Innocence (1993) to the period drama Gosford Park (2001). Throughout his career, he has consistently delivered convincing performances and remains highly respected in the acting community.
Richard E. Grant is a versatile and talented actor who has found success in both television and film. He is best known for his roles in acclaimed TV series such as Frasier, Game of Thrones and A Series of Unfortunate Events.
However, his talents do not stop at acting. He has also directed a film (Wow, 2005) and done voiceover work. His contributions and achievements in the entertainment industry have made him a well-respected figure in the field.
Awards and nominations
Major awards
- Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor (Can You Ever Forgive Me?
- Nominated for BAFTA Best Supporting Actor (Can You Ever Forgive Me?
- Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor (Can You Ever Forgive Me?
- Nominated for the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor (Can You Ever Forgive Me?
Other Awards and Victories
- Richard E. Grant also won the Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Actor for his outstanding performance in Can You Ever Forgive Me?
social media.
- Instagram: @richard.e.grant
- Twitter: @RichardEGrant
personal life
Richard E. Grant, born Richard Grant Estherhuizen, is an English actor known for his roles in film and television. In 1986, he married his vocal coach, Joan Washington, and they had a daughter, Olivia Grant Estherhuizen, and a stepson, Tom. Sadly, Washington passed away on September 2, 2021, after a long battle with stage IV lung cancer.
Record/Movie Works
Film:
- Me and Long Nails – his debut novel
- Warlock
- Henry and Joan
- Hudson Hawk
- Bram Stoker’s Dracula
- The Age of Innocence
- Portrait of a Lady
- Little Vampire
- Gosford Park
- Penelope
- Iron Lady
- Jackie
- Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker
- Saltburn
There are many more! This is not an exhaustive list.
television:
- Happy Family
- dig
- game of Thrones
- hang up
- A series of unfortunate events
- Suspect
- Outlaw
- and others!
net worth
Richard E. Grant (born Richard Grant Esther Huyson) is an actor, screenwriter, and director known for his captivating performances on stage and screen.
With a net worth of $4 million, Grant has become a talented and successful figure in the entertainment industry. His diverse roles and dedication to his career have earned him critical acclaim and a loyal fan base.
