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English actor (born 1942)
Ian McShane is ...
Alive
Born | 29 September 1942 in Blackburn |
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Age | 80 years, 6 months |
Sex or gender | male |
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Country of citizenship | United Kingdom |
Birth name | Ian David McShane |
Spouse | Gwen Humble and Suzan Farmer |
Occupation | actor, film director, film producer, singer and voice actor |
Residence | Venice |
Awards | Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Television Series Drama |
Genre | Western |
Educated at | Royal Academy of Dramatic Art and Stretford Grammar School |
About Ian McShane
Ian McShane: The Charismatic Actor Who Defies Age
Ian McShane, born on September 29, 1942, in Blackburn, Lancashire, England, is a legendary actor with a career spanning over five decades. He is known for his captivating performances on stage, television, and film, and his ability to bring complex characters to life with ease.
McShane's career began in the 1960s, where he appeared in several British television shows, including "The Saint" and "Wuthering Heights." He gained critical acclaim for his role in the 1970s BBC drama "Lovejoy," where he played the titular character, a charming antiques dealer with a penchant for trouble.
In the 2000s, McShane became a household name for his role as Al Swearengen in the HBO series "Deadwood." His portrayal of the ruthless saloon owner earned him a Golden Globe Award and an Emmy nomination. He also appeared in the hit series "Game of Thrones" as Brother Ray, a former soldier turned religious leader.
McShane's film career is equally impressive, with notable roles in "Sexy Beast," "John Wick," and "Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides." He also lent his voice to the character of Tai Lung in the animated film "Kung Fu Panda."
Despite his age, McShane continues to work tirelessly in the entertainment industry. He recently starred in the 2019 film "Hellboy" and the television series "American Gods." He is set to appear in the upcoming film "The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent" alongside Nicolas Cage.
McShane's talent and charisma have earned him a legion of fans and the respect of his peers. He has been married twice and has two children. In his free time, he enjoys playing guitar and practicing yoga.
Ian McShane is a true icon of the entertainment industry, and his legacy will continue to inspire generations of actors to come.
References:
- "Ian McShane." IMDb, IMDb.com, www.imdb.com/name/nm0574534/.
- "Ian McShane Biography." Biography.com, A&E Networks Television, 9 Apr. 2021, www.biography.com/actor/ian-mcshane.
Films - which cast members have died?
Ian McShane has been a part of these films.
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John Wick
2014 American action thriller film

Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides
2011 film by Rob Marshall

Snow White and the Huntsman
2012 film by Rupert Sanders

Jack the Giant Slayer
2013 film by Bryan Singer

Battle of Britain
1969 film by Guy Hamilton

John Wick: Chapter 2
2017 action thriller film directed by Chad Stahelski

John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum
2019 film directed by Chad Stahelski

Hercules
2014 film by Brett Ratner

The Seeker
2007 film by David L. Cunningham

The Sorcerer's Apprentice
2010 American film produced by Walt Disney Pictures

Death Race
2008 science fiction action film

Hot Rod
2007 film by Akiva Schaffer

The Brothers Grimsby
2016 film by Louis Leterrier

Ballerina
Upcoming action film

Marco Polo
TV miniseries

Hellboy

Case 39
2009 film by Christian Alvart

Scoop
2006 film by Woody Allen

We Are Marshall
2006 film by McG

Sexy Beast
2000 British-Spanish crime film

The Last of Sheila
1973 film by Herbert Ross

Agent Cody Banks
2003 American action comedy film

If It's Tuesday, This Must Be Belgium
1969 romantic comedy film

Bilal: A New Breed of Hero

Nine Lives
2005 film by Rodrigo García

The Fifth Musketeer
1979 film by Ken Annakin

Villain
1971 film by Michael Tuchner

The Wild and the Willing
1962 film by Ralph Thomas

Cuban Fury
2014 film by James Griffiths

44 Inch Chest
2009 British crime drama film

Ransom
1974 film by Caspar Wrede

Exposed
1983 film by James Toback

The Great Riviera Bank Robbery
1979 film

Bollywood Queen
2002 film by Jeremy Wooding

Tam-Lin
1970 film by Roddy McDowall

El Niño
2014 film directed by Daniel Monzón

Sitting Target
1972 film by Douglas Hickox

Sky West and Crooked
1965 film by John Mills

Jawbone
2017 film

The Pleasure Girls
1965 film by Gerry O'Hara

Yesterday's Hero
1979 film by Neil Leifer

The Hollow Point
2016 film by Gonzalo López-Gallego

Too Scared to Scream
1985 film by Tony Lo Bianco

Mancora
2009 film by Ricardo de Montreuil

Ordeal by Innocence
1985 film by Desmond Davis

Pussycat, Pussycat, I Love You
1970 film by Rod Amateau

Pottersville

Nemesis Game
2003 film by Jesse Warn

Grand Larceny
1987 film by Jeannot Szwarc

Bolden!
2015 film by Daniel Pritzker

Freelance

Grace Kelly
1983 film by Anthony Page

Torchlight
1985 film by Thomas J. Wright
Television - which cast members have died?
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Game of Thrones
American fantasy drama television series

The Simpsons
American animated sitcom created by Matt Groening

SpongeBob SquarePants
American animated television series

The West Wing
American poltical drama series created by Aaron Sorkin for NBC

Miami Vice
1984–1989 American crime drama television series

Dallas
American television soap opera

American Gods
American television series

Space: 1999
UK science fiction TV series

Deadwood
American television series

Columbo
American detective television film series

Roots
1977 miniseries

Ray Donovan
American television drama series

Magnum, P.I.
television program

Minder
television series

The Pillars of the Earth
2010 television miniseries directed by Sergio Mimica-Gezzan

War and Remembrance

The Twilight Zone
2002 TV series

Perry Mason
television movies

Redcap

The Fantastic Journey
television series

American Playhouse
anthology television series

A.D.
1984 film by Stuart Cooper

The Naked Truth
TV series

Doctor Thorne

Lovejoy
British television series
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