Cillian Murphy
Personal Info
- Born
- May 25, 1976
- Age
- 50
- Birth Place
- Douglas, County Cork, Ireland
- Spouse
- Yvonne McGuinness
- Nationality
- Irish
- Height
- 178 cm (5' 10")
- Eye Color
- Blue
- Hair Color
- Dark Brown
- Children
- 2
- Years Active
- 1996-Present
- Education
- University College Cork, Presentation Brothers College
- Zodiac Sign
- ♊ Gemini
BIOGRAFIJA IN KARIERNA POT
Verified Biography & Career DossierHis landmark partnership with visionary director Christopher Nolan spans six films over two decades, beginning as Dr. Jonathan Crane (Scarecrow) in Batman Begins (2005) and continuing through The Dark Knight, Inception, Dunkirk, and culminating in his career-defining turn as the theoretical physicist J. Robert Oppenheimer in Oppenheimer (2023). For Oppenheimer, Murphy achieved universal acclaim, winning the Academy Award for Best Actor, BAFTA Award, Golden Globe, and Screen Actors Guild Award.
On television, Murphy captivated worldwide audiences for six seasons as the complex, ruthless crime patriarch Thomas Shelby in Steven Knight's internationally celebrated period saga Peaky Blinders (2013–2022). Known for his fierce personal privacy and artistic integrity, Murphy resides in Dublin with his wife, visual artist Yvonne McGuinness, and their two sons.
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Best Actor Oscar Winner
Won the Academy Award for Best Actor in 2024 for his riveting portrayal of J. Robert Oppenheimer
Thomas Shelby in Peaky Blinders
Headlined six seasons of BBC's globally acclaimed crime saga Peaky Blinders
Six-Film Partnership
Collaborated with Christopher Nolan across Batman Begins, The Dark Knight, Inception, Dunkirk, and Oppenheimer
Disco Pigs Breakthrough
Launched stage career with Corcadorca Theatre Company in Enda Walsh's 1996 play Disco Pigs
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History & Milestones
Stage Debut in Disco Pigs
Delivered a blistering stage debut in Enda Walsh's play Disco Pigs with Corcadorca Theatre Company in Cork.
Breakthrough in 28 Days Later
Achieved international recognition starring as Jim in Danny Boyle's post-apocalyptic horror masterpiece 28 Days Later.
Christopher Nolan Partnership Begins
Cast as Dr. Jonathan Crane (Scarecrow) in Batman Begins, beginning a historic creative partnership spanning six films.
Global Stardom in Peaky Blinders
Debuted as crime kingpin Thomas Shelby in the worldwide BBC/Netflix period drama phenomenon Peaky Blinders.
Academy Award Win for Oppenheimer
Swept awards season, winning the Oscar, BAFTA, and Golden Globe for Best Actor for Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer.
Signature Works & Milestones
Oppenheimer
Lead Actor (J. Robert Oppenheimer)
Peaky Blinders
Lead Actor (Thomas Shelby) & Executive Producer
Dunkirk
Featured Role (Shivering Soldier)
Inception
Lead Role (Robert Fischer)
The Dark Knight
Featured Role (Dr. Jonathan Crane / Scarecrow)
Batman Begins
Lead Role (Dr. Jonathan Crane / Scarecrow)
28 Days Later
Lead Actor (Jim)
Latest Updates
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q Did Cillian Murphy win an Oscar for Oppenheimer?
Yes, Cillian Murphy won the Academy Award for Best Actor in 2024 for his title role in Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer.
Q What is Cillian Murphy's most famous television role?
He is best known for portraying Thomas Shelby, the charismatic crime leader in the hit series Peaky Blinders.
Q What is Cillian Murphy's estimated net worth?
Cillian Murphy's net worth is estimated at approximately $45 million USD.
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