Charlie Hunnam

Charlie Hunnam
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Name:
Charlie Hunnam
Real name:
Charles Matthew Hunnam
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(45 y.o.)
Place of birth:
Newcastle, Tyne and Wear, England
Height:
6'1 ft ()
Weight:
212 lb (96 kg)
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Biography of Charlie Hunnam

Charlie Matthew Hunnam is a British actor who shot to fame starring in the hit series "Sons of Anarchy" and blockbuster films like "Pacific Rim," "Green Street Hooligans," "The Lost City of Z," "King Arthur: Legend of the Sword," and "The Gentlemen."
British actor Charlie Hunnam
British actor Charlie Hunnam

Childhood and Family

Charlie Hunnam was born on April 10, 1980, in the English city of Newcastle, to entrepreneur parents William "Billy" Hunnam (1952-2013) and Jane (Bell) Hunnam. His maternal grandmother was a well-known portrait artist, and his mother shared that artistic interest, while his father took a completely different path—collecting scrap metal from dumps and selling it. Charlie's parents were simply too different to make their marriage work, and they separated when he was very young.
Charlie Hunnam as a child
Charlie Hunnam as a child
The actor grew up in a rough neighborhood where disputes were settled with fists. This constant edge toughened him up, and as an adult, Charlie would draw on those hard-earned survival skills for his "tough guy" roles. He still looks back on his school years as basically survival training.

Charlie is the second child in his family; he has an older brother, William "Billy". When Hunnam turned 12, his mother remarried, and the family relocated to the village of Melmerby in Cumbria, England. In her second marriage, Jane gave birth to two more sons, Oliver and Christian.
Young Charlie Hunnam
Young Charlie Hunnam
During his school years, the future actor was passionate about playing rugby. He was expelled from middle school because of his dyslexia, forcing him to complete his education through external studies before enrolling at Cumbria College of Art and Design, where he earned his degree in film theory and history.

Acting Career

Charlie Hunnam's acting career started with a chance encounter: film studio agents spotted the 17-year-old while he was at a shoe store in Newcastle. He was invited to play the role of model Jason in the BBC series "Byker Grove." His character appeared in three episodes.
Charlie Hunnam in his first ever TV appearance, Byker Grove
In 1999, after two small roles in other series, Hunnam landed the lead role in "Queer as Folk," a series that explored the lives of gay men. The show became so popular that Charlie, who brilliantly portrayed 15-year-old gay teen Nathan Maloney, was invited to participate in parliamentary debates about Britain's discriminatory age of consent laws.
Young Charlie Hunnam wasn't quite fit for the role of cool heroes
Young Charlie Hunnam wasn't quite fit for the role of cool heroes
After his UK success, he set his sights on Hollywood. But initially, LA casting agents were reluctant to cast him in "tough guy" roles, saying Charlie was "too nice and polite." To counter this image, Hunnam started working out more and began attending auditions with stubble.

Early in his career, the struggling actor even wrote a screenplay about Vlad III Țepeș, also known as Vlad Dracula. In 2002, while filming the war drama "Cold Mountain" in Romania, he collected local stories about the infamous prince. Hunnam later revealed he was out of work for almost a year and a half, and if he hadn't sold the script to Summit Entertainment, he would've had to move back in with his mother in England. The script was purchased by Brad Pitt's studio.

In 2004, he was cast in "Green Street Hooligans," where Charlie played the tough leader of a West Ham United fan group. The film, co-starring Elijah Wood and Hunnam, earned strong reviews from critics and audiences, and Charlie began getting more interesting offers. This was his first major breakthrough in cinema.
Charlie Humman in Green Street Hooligans
Charlie Hunnam's filmography would eventually span a wide range of genres – from charming comedies ("Undeclared," 2001-2003; "Frankie Go Boom," 2011) and romantic dramas ("The Ledge," 2011; "Nicholas Nickleby," 2002) to adventure and fantasy films ("Crimson Peak," 2015; "The Lost City of Z," 2016) and crime stories ("Sons of Anarchy," 2008-2014; "Deadfall," 2011).
Sons of Anarchy Extra: Charlie Hunnam Almost Got One of Jax's Tattoos in Real Life!
In 2013, Universal Pictures cast Hunnam in the leading role for the film adaptation of the controversial novel "Fifty Shades of Grey," but he later declined the project due to scheduling conflicts with other commitments. Hunnam became the third actor to turn down the role of the handsome billionaire Christian Grey, which was ultimately played by Jamie Dornan.

September 2016 saw the start of filming for the "Papillon" remake, starring Hunnam alongside "Mr. Robot" star Rami Malek. Danish director Michael Noer took the helm. The film is an adaptation of the autobiographical novel by former prisoner Henri Charrière. Critics praised Hunnam's lead performance, with some drawing comparisons to the classic "The Shawshank Redemption."
Charlie Hunnam Starves for PAPILLON, Almost Punches Rami Malek on Set
May 2017 brought Guy Ritchie's "King Arthur: Legend of the Sword," with Hunnam taking on the titular role. Fans of the director behind "Snatch" and "Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels" knew not to expect a traditional take on the legend. True to form, Ritchie's Arthur emerged as a streetwise gang leader battling for power.
Charlie Hunnam Rewatches Sons of Anarchy, The Gentlemen, King Arthur and More
2019 saw Hunnam in the action thriller "Triple Frontier" as William Miller, alongside Ben Affleck and Oscar Isaac. The same year brought the biographical western "True History of the Kelly Gang," with Charlie as Sergeant O'Neil. In addition, he played one of the central characters in the boxing drama "Jungleland."
A scene from 'Jungleland'
A scene from 'Jungleland'
The following year brought another hit for Hunnam. The crime comedy "The Gentlemen" charmed audiences with its sharp screenplay that recalled Ritchie's early brilliance, plus a stellar cast including Matthew McConaughey, Colin Farrell, and Hugh Grant.
The Gentlemen: Charlie Hunnam and Hugh Grant Interview
Subsequently, the actor played leading roles in the film "Last Looks" and the series "Shantaram," based on the plot of the eponymous novel. Both projects were released in 2022.
Charlie Hunnam in the series 'Shantaram'
Charlie Hunnam in the series 'Shantaram'

Charlie Hunnam's Personal Life

In 1999, while auditioning for "Dawson's Creek," Charlie met actress Katharine Towne. Neither landed the role, but sparks flew instantly, and less than a month later, the two actors tied the knot in Las Vegas. Charlie was just 18. The couple divorced in 2002.
...It didn't go very well. I knew the girl for three weeks. We fell madly in love with each other, and it was the first time I had been in love. Three terrible, painful, expensive years. But hey, I got cats out of it, so there was a small victory.
Charlie later had short-lived relationships with Rashida Jones, Georgina Townsley, and Stella Parker. In the mid-2000s, Hunnam began dating jewelry designer Morgana McNelis. The couple settled in LA's suburbs, started a small farm with chickens and ducks, and Charlie has often expressed his distaste for clubs and Hollywood's glamorous scene – a sentiment his girlfriend completely shares.
Charlie Hunnam and Morgana McNelis
Charlie Hunnam and Morgana McNelis
Charlie was ranked number five on Elle magazine's list of the sexiest men for June/July 2005.

Charlie is a fan of Eminem and the American rap group Wu-Tang Clan, and among his favorite actors are Daniel Day-Lewis and Sean Penn.

In his free time, Charlie enjoys drawing and photography, but he insists he has no special talents beyond smoking weed and his passion for sports.
Charlie Hunnam and Brad Pitt are similar
Charlie Hunnam and Brad Pitt are similar
Hunnam has two cats, George and Mavis. In one interview, Charlie admitted that of all the scents in the world, his cats' fur is his absolute favorite.
How Charlie Hunnam Really Feels About Being a Sexsymbol + How His Cat and Girlfriend Keep him Grounded
The actor collects Nike sneakers. He has more than 85 pairs from the '90s in his collection. "You know, as a kid, I couldn't afford shoes like that and envied my friends who got to strut around in Nikes. And now? I can buy every pair in the world!" Charlie once candidly revealed.

Charlie Hunnam Now

In April 2024, the actor was seen in the sci-fi blockbuster "Rebel Moon." He played one of the main characters – a mercenary and smuggler named Kay, who is hired by the rebel Cora (Sofia Boutella) for her team.
Charlie Hunnam and Sofia Boutella ('Rebel Moon')
Charlie Hunnam and Sofia Boutella ('Rebel Moon')

Charlie Hunnam: latest news and articles

  • After the sons of anarchy, I am his fan, recently I even watched the series
    2021-05-16 22:21:14
  • The role in King Arthur was wonderful. Looks like he should only be filming with Guy Ritchie!
    2021-05-11 20:14:55
  • In Gentlemen, Hunnam looks worthy among other venerable actors.
    2021-05-09 17:20:54
  • I saw this actor in the Sons of Anarchy, where he has the main role and he coped with it.
    2021-03-20 16:55:50
  • Oh Charlie Hunnam is a cool dude. The first role with which I fell in love with him was the role in the film Green Street Hooligans.
    2021-01-07 18:16:07
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