Ben Whishaw

Ben Whishaw
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Name:
Ben Whishaw
Real name:
Benjamin John Whishaw
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Birth date:
(44 y.o.)
Place of birth:
Clifton, Bedfordshire, UK
Height:
5'10 ft ()
Weight:
143 lb (65 kg)
Relationship:
married
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(characteristic)
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Ben Whishaw's Biography

British actor Ben Whishaw shot to fame after his haunting portrayal of Jean-Baptiste Grenouille in the drama film "Perfume: The Story of a Murderer" (2006). With his sophisticated appearance, dramatic abilities, and impressive range, Whishaw has become a star not only in British cinema but also on the world stage. stage.
Actor Ben Whishaw
Actor Ben Whishaw

Childhood

Benjamin John Whishaw was born on October 14, 1980, in Bedfordshire, alongside his twin brother. Although his parents Jose and Linda weren't involved in creative professions, they had a passion for theater.
Ben Whishaw has a twin brother, but they don't look alike
Ben Whishaw has a twin brother, but they don't look alike
Ben showed his talents from an early age: he performed in school theater productions and sang in a band. After finishing school, he was accepted into the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, which has produced such world-renowned actors as Alan Rickman, Anthony Hopkins, and Michael Caine.
Ben Whishaw in his youth
Ben Whishaw in his youth
Ben made his film debut in the drama "My Brother Tom" in 2000, while still a student at the Academy. In the film, he played a teenager who runs away from his abusive father. Critics immediately recognized his extraordinary dramatic abilities and had no doubt that a brilliant future awaited him.
 Ben Whishaw in the film My Brother Tom
Ben Whishaw in the film My Brother Tom

Acting Career

After graduating from the Royal Academy in 2003, Ben joined the Royal National Theatre at the Old Vic, quickly establishing himself as one of the company's leading actors. One of his most powerful theatrical performances was his leading role in "If This Is a Man," based on Auschwitz survivor Primo Levi's memoirs.
Ben Whishaw on stage
Ben Whishaw on stage
While still performing on stage, Ben continued building his film career. His standout performances during this time included playing drug addict Sidney in the drama "Layer Cake" (2004) alongside Daniel Craig and Tom Hardy, and portraying Keith Richards in the rock biopic "Stoned," exploring the life and mysterious death of Rolling Stones co-founder Brian Jones (Leo Gregory).
Ben Wishaw in Stoned
Ben Wishaw in Stoned
Ben's theatrical work earned him widespread acclaim and numerous awards. Critics hailed his Hamlet as the finest since Laurence Olivier, and it was this performance that caught director Tom Tykwer's attention. Having secured the rights to adapt Patrick Süskind's novel "Perfume," Tykwer knew bringing Jean-Baptiste Grenouille to the screen would challenge even the most skilled actor.
On the set of the film Perfume
On the set of the film Perfume
With Alan Rickman and Dustin Hoffman already cast in key roles, Tykwer still hadn't found his Grenouille. Despite auditioning numerous established actors, Tykwer couldn't find the right match. But after watching Ben's stage performance, Tykwer immediately knew he'd found his star—and the role that would launch Ben to international fame.
Perfume: The Story of a Murderer (2006) - Interview with Ben Whishaw
Ben's Grenouille was both pitiful and magnificent, equally convincing in rags or golden embroidered finery—marking the emergence of cinema's newest star. The film earned critical acclaim and became one of early 21st-century cinema's most talked-about releases. Ben's breakthrough performance earned him the European Film Award for Best Actor.
Ben Whishaw - a star of British and world cinema
Ben Whishaw - a star of British and world cinema
Following "Perfume's" phenomenal success, offers poured in—but Ben's passion for art-house over commercial cinema meant he chose his next projects carefully. In the surreal Dylan tribute "I'm Not There" (2007), he embodied a character inspired by French poet Arthur Rimbaud.
Ben Whishaw in the film "I'm Not There"
Ben Whishaw in the film "I'm Not There"
The following year brought his role as a troubled aristocrat battling alcoholism in "Brideshead Revisited." His co-stars in these films included Christian Bale, Greta Scacchi, Heath Ledger, and Emma Thompson.
Ben Whishaw in the film Brideshead Revisited
Ben Whishaw in the film Brideshead Revisited
In the 2008 crime drama series "Criminal Justice," the actor played the role of a young man accused of murdering a girl he spent the night with. David Westhead played the role of the father who seeks to get his wayward but innocent son acquitted, and the series also starred Eddie Marsan and Pete Postlethwaite. The show attracted a vast audience and shed light on the problems of the modern British legal system, receiving critical acclaim for the subtle and nuanced performance of Ben Whishaw.
Ben Whishaw in the series Criminal Justice
Ben Whishaw in the series Criminal Justice
The actor's next triumph was his portrayal of the great poet John Keats in the film "Bright Star." Ben's portrayal of the doomed genius, dying of tuberculosis while experiencing tender feelings for his beloved, confirmed his remarkable gift for transformation. Abby Cornish played the actor's partner in this poignant drama.
Ben Whishaw in the film Bright Star
Ben Whishaw in the film Bright Star
In the science fiction film "Cloud Atlas," the actor appeared in several different roles, alongside Tom Hanks, Hugh Grant, James D'Arcy, and Jim Broadbent.
Ben Whishaw and Jim Broadbent in the film Cloud Atlas
Ben Whishaw and Jim Broadbent in the film Cloud Atlas
That same year, he took the lead in the historical drama "The Hollow Crown," based on Shakespeare's plays, as well as playing Q in the 23rd James Bond film alongside Daniel Craig's Bond. The spy thriller also starred Ralph Fiennes, Javier Bardem, and Judi Dench.
Ben Whishaw and Daniel Craig in the film Skyfall
Ben Whishaw and Daniel Craig in the film Skyfall
In Terry Gilliam's cyberpunk film "The Zero Theorem," Ben played alongside Christoph Waltz and David Thewlis.
A still from The Zero Theorem
A still from The Zero Theorem
The year 2015 brought several films featuring Ben's talents for his fans. Ben played the role of Sonny in the drama "Suffragette," which was dedicated to the women's struggle for civil rights. The roles of suffragettes were played by Helena Bonham Carter, Carey Mulligan, and Meryl Streep.
Ben Whishaw in the film Suffragette
Ben Whishaw in the film Suffragette
In the historical drama "In the Heart of the Sea," Ben played one of the crew members facing a harrowing ordeal after their ship is attacked by a whale. He also returned as Q in another James Bond film that year, and appeared in the drama "The Danish Girl," starring Eddie Redmayne and Matthias Schoenaerts.
Ben Whishaw in the series London Spy
Ben Whishaw in the series London Spy
In the TV series "London Spy", Ben Whishaw played the role of Danny, a romantic and politically uninvolved young man who fell in love with the mysterious Alex. After his lover's death, Danny takes a dangerous step, attempting to uncover Britain's modern spy secrets.
SKYFALL | Bond meets Q
In 2017, the actor voiced the beloved bear Paddington, and a year later starred in the political series "A Very English Scandal," playing the lover of the Liberal Party leader. In 2018, Ben joined the cast of "Mary Poppins Returns" alongside Emily Blunt in the title role. He played Michael, the grown-up Banks child.
 Scene from the film Mary Poppins Returns
Scene from the film Mary Poppins Returns
In 2019, the actor appeared in the film adaptation of Charles Dickens' "The Personal History of David Copperfield" alongside Tilda Swinton, Dev Patel, and Hugh Laurie. ~e{"type":"you","url":"hBUnuaMKBJQ","just":0,"title":"What was it like acting alongside Ben Whishaw? In 2020, he starred in "Surge," a film in which he played the main role of a quiet customs officer named Joseph, leading a joyless life until he snaps and starts committing small transgressions and eventually serious crimes, shaking up all of London. For this role, the actor received the Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival. It is noteworthy that Ben Wishaw worked on the screenplay with director Aneil Karia for six years.
Ben Whishaw in the film Surge
Ben Whishaw in the film Surge
In October 2021, the long-delayed 25th Bond film "No Time to Die" finally hit theaters. Whishaw returned as Q, the gadget master who supplies Agent 007 with cutting-edge tech.
 Scene from the film No Time to Die
Scene from the film No Time to Die

Ben Whishaw's Personal Life

Ben has always known he's gay, but he was hesitant to come out publicly, as he's shared in interviews.
During filming of the John Keats biopic "Bright Star," Ben met Australian composer Mark Bradshaw, which gave him the courage to come out. Since 2009, the two have been living together, although they do not publicize the details of their personal life.
Ben Whishaw and his husband Mark Bradshaw
Ben Whishaw and his husband Mark Bradshaw
Ben enjoys talking about his hobbies, which include gardening, traveling, and reading books.

Ben Whishaw Now

In 2022, Ben Whishaw worked on "Limonov: A Ballad About Eddy," a biopic about Russian writer and political figure Eduard Limonov. Whishaw takes the lead role in director Kirill Serebrennikov's English-language debut. Victoria Miroshnichenko plays the role of Limonov's wife. The filming started in May 2022.
Ben Whishaw in the role of Eduard Limonov
Ben Whishaw in the role of Eduard Limonov