Biography
Michael Sheen is a famous British actor whose credits include the cult films Frost vs. Nixon, The Queen, and the blockbuster Tron. Legacy" and the vampire trilogies "Underworld" and "Twilight".
Michael Christopher Sheen was born in February 1969 in Newport into a wonderful and friendly family, where, in addition to him, his younger sister Joanne grew up. The actor's zodiac sign is Aquarius. The head of the family, Meyrick Shin, worked as a human resources manager. And from time to time he transformed into Jack Nicholson himself, that is, he was a professional double. Mother Irene Thomas worked as a secretary.
Actor Michael Sheen
When Michael was 5 years old, his parents and children moved from Newport to Liverpool. Here Shin became seriously interested in football and for some time even played as a winger. Since then, the actor has been a loyal fan of the Liverpool football club. In his youth, he even dreamed of a football career, but the family's return to Wales disrupted his plans. Even in the port city of Port Talbot, where the guy continued his studies at high school, he did not forget about his favorite sport: he played for the youth team of the Baglan club.
I became interested in theater at an older age. The young man began studying in a local theater group. The guy was noticed and invited to play on the stage of the National Youth Theater of Wales. At that time, Michael Sheen was in college, where he studied drama and sociology in depth. After graduating from college, he went to London and became a student at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts.
Lineal heirs
The new series from screenwriters Chris Fedak (“Eternity”) and Sam Sklaver (“Killing Boredom”) actively plays with the film mythology of maniacs, which was largely predetermined by the famous film “The Silence of the Lambs” with Anthony Hopkins as Hannibal Lecter. It was there that the scheme was laid, which still exists with various modifications. A serial killer, even if he remains a psychopath, gains the right to some semblance of his own truth, and most importantly, his specific talents serve a good service to the whole society. A maniac, as you know, sees a maniac from afar. And one caught maniac can help catch others.
This idea was brought to its logical conclusion by the already cult series “Dexter,” where the killer played by Michael C. Hall became the protagonist. Having survived a terrible experience in early childhood (his mother was killed in front of his eyes), Dexter experiences an obsessive craving for blood, like a drug addict. In a different situation, he would have been roasted in the electric chair for killing innocent people, but his “Dark Companion” was spotted in time by his adoptive father, policeman Harry, and decided to use the boy’s curse for good. He developed a set of rules that obliged Dexter to kill only villains and helped him evade the police for years.
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Still from the series "Dexter"
Photo: Clyde Phillips Productions
“Prodigal Son” is more similar to “The Silence of the Lambs” (the story centers on the attraction and repulsion between a conventionally normal hero and an abnormal one), but again makes interesting adjustments. The psychopathological drama has literally become a family affair and is burdened with all the accompanying Freudian interpretations of the conflict between son and father. And if “Dexter” has been criticized by the public for many years for romanticizing a killer, “Prodigal Son” is unlikely to be in danger - it is much more conventional and therefore comfortable to watch. It’s unlikely that anyone would think that something like this could happen in reality.
Secret power: The X-Files as a symbol of the 1990s generation
The truth is still out there
Movies
Throughout the 1990s, the Briton appeared on the stage. At the famous Globe Theater he played with Vanessa Redgrave. In 1992, he was entrusted with the main role in Romeo and Juliet.
In 1997, the young artist loudly announced himself in a performance based on Shakespeare's play - he got the image of Henry V. After this role, Michael Sheen became a bright theater star. On the stage of the famous Old Vic theater he played Mozart. A year later, he repeated the successfully played role on Broadway, for which he was nominated for the prestigious Laurence Olivier Award. Another nomination for the same award was in 1999, for his brilliant performance in the play “Look Back in Anger,” which took place on the stage of the National Theater.
Michael Sheen in the movie "The Laws of Attraction"
In the 2000s, Michael Sheen moved to New York for family reasons and began to appear on the stage less often. Only occasionally did he come to London, where he shone in the image of Caligula.
A cinematic biography of Michael Sheen began in the mid-1990s. The actor appeared in the drama “Othello” by the famous director Kenneth Branagh. In 1997, viewers saw the artist in another classic film adaptation - the film “Golden Youth”.
In 2004, the artist appeared in the romantic comedy “The Laws of Attraction” in one of the leading roles.
Michael Sheen in the movie "The Special Relationship"
The British film career developed rapidly. It is noteworthy that Michael Sheen often had to play real historical characters. For example, the “signature” role that the actor received three times is former British Prime Minister Tony Blair. In 2003, Michael played Blair in the film “The Deal.” And 3 years later he played him again in the wonderful film “The Queen,” which won an Oscar. For this work, Sheen was nominated for a BAFTA award.
In 2010, the same image was played in the film “Special Relationship”. And again a nomination, this time for the prestigious Emmy. Michael Sheen's films enjoy continued success.
Michael Sheen in the movie "Underworld"
In 2006 and 2008, two wonderful films appeared on the big screen and became cult classics. These are "War on Humanity" and "Frost vs. Nixon." In the first film, the Briton again played the role of a real-life hero, H.G. Wells, and in the second film he played the main character, journalist David Frost. For this work he was nominated for a Screen Actors Guild Award.
In 2011, Michael Sheen's voice could be heard in the cult TV series Doctor Who. The artist voiced the House.
The projects that brought the actor a new wave of popularity and strengthened his star status were vampire sagas. This is a trilogy, starting with the film “Another World”, and the sequels of the film. In the films, Michael played the role of a Lycan named Lucian. Three Twilight sagas became super popular, where the artist reincarnated as the ancient vampire Aro, one of the heads of the Volturi clan.
Michael Sheen in the movie Twilight. Saga. New moon"
An unconditional success for the actor was the invitation to the film of the cult director Woody Allen “Midnight in Paris”.
Michael’s participation in Tim Burton’s film “Dark Shadows” was also discussed. But later in an interview, Sheen shared that he would not be starring in the film.
From time to time, a famous artist returns to the stage. In 2011, such a return becomes triumphant. In his native Talbot, Sheen played the main character in the play "Passion". He also acted as the creative director of the production. She was on stage for a record 72 hours. It is noteworthy that, in addition to the actors, more than 1000 British people took part in it, playing as extras. The BBC even made a documentary about this unique show.
Trailer for the film "Dark Shadows"
From 2013 to 2020, Michael Sheen played the leading role in the TV series Masters of Sex. The artist played Dr. William Masters, who studies human sex life.
Sheen's colleagues on the set were Lizzy Caplan, Caitlin Fitzgerald, Nicholas D'Agosto and others.
Michael Sheen in the movie "Passengers"
In 2020, a melodrama by Thomas Vinterberg, based on the novel of the same name by Thomas Hardy, Far from the Madding Crowd, was released. This is the story of a strong and independent farm owner, Bathsheba Everdeen (Carey Mulligan), who accepts the attentions of three completely different men. Michael Sheen played the role of one of Bathsheba's suitors, William Boldwood.
Trailer for the film "Alice Through the Looking Glass"
Then the actor appeared as the robot bartender Arthur in the science fiction film Passengers, along with Jennifer Lawrence and Chris Pratt. There were also significant roles in the films Nocturnal Animals and the sequel to Alice in Wonderland, Alice Through the Looking Glass, where Sheen returned to voice the White Rabbit.
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Born 02/05/1969, Newport, Wales, England, UK.
British actor.
Winner of the Britannia Award (2010).
The beginning of the way
Michael Sheen, full name Michael Christopher Sheen, was born on February 5, 1969 in Newport, near British Wales, into a close-knit family of workers involved in human resources management. In addition, his father Meyrick Sheen made good money from time to time playing the role of a professional Jack Nicholson double. In addition to Michael, his sister Joanne was also raised in the family. The family changed their place of residence when Michael was five years old, moving to Liverpool. In Liverpool, Michael Sheen became an avid footballer and, as a winger, he forever became a fan of Liverpool Football Club. Prizhov spent three years in Liverpool, the family moved to Port Talbot, where the guy not only began to attend Glan Avan High School, but also played football for the Baghlan club’s youth team, showing great sporting hopes.
Theater career
However, Michael Sheen was not destined to become a great forward; he rejected the opportunity to become a professional football player. The guy chose an acting destiny, following in the footsteps of his idols Daniel Day-Lewis and Patrick Stewart. And I was not mistaken! Enrolled at Bristol Drama School, he was awarded the prestigious Laurence Olivier Fellowship as a second-year student for his outstanding performance in key roles in Martin Sherman's When She Danced, starring film legend Vanessa Redgrave. Sheen captivated audiences and critics early on with his deep and emotional performances. Unforgettable were Michael Sheen's performances as Romeo in Romeo and Juliet, leading roles in the 1994 productions of Yukio Ninagawa for the Royal Shakespeare and Jimmy Porter, and roles in the 1999 London regional production of Look Back in Anger. The multimedia version of “Peer Gynt” was torn to smithereens by critics, but Sheen’s performance was highly praised for “the amazing liveliness of the performance, despite the general lifelessness of the production.” Almost the same thing happened with the play “Look Back in Anger.” Sheen's performance was of "outstanding quality" and he managed to "become both passionate and reliable." Michael Sheen made critics talk about himself after playing the role of Henry V, which traditionally belonged to not at all thin, cheerful actors: “The excellent performance of the changeable and susceptible Sheen demonstrated all the joy of power and victories.” In 1993, Michael Sheen joined the Cheek By Jowl troupe, overnight becoming an Ian Charleson Award nominee for his touching role in the production of Don't Be a Fool in Love.
Film career
Michael Sheen made his film debut in 1994 in the science fiction film Mary Reilly. The role of the footman Dr. Jakill in partnership with John Malkovich and Julia Roberts did not bring recognition to the aspiring actor, since the film was released only in 1996, but it made film publishers pay attention to the young actor. Also in 1994, he played a mentally ill man who became involved in a child abduction case in the BBC film Gallowglass, which was also shown in the United States on the PBS channel Mystery! only in 1995. But even this small participation made a positive contribution to the career of Michael Sheen. Then, in 1995, Michael Sheen made his first significant appearance on the big screen in the film “Othello” by Kenneth Branagh. But Sheen's most memorable role was as Robert Ross, the lover of the great Oscar Wilde, in the 1997 biopic of Wilde's life. 1997 was the most productive year in Shin's career. At the same time, the actor successfully starred in another classic British film adaptation about the writer Adam Symes, who had difficulty making ends meet in his life, caught in the period between the two world wars. In this biographical drama Golden Youth, Sheen starred in a supporting role alongside Stephen Campbell Moore and Emily Mortimer. And again in 1997, Michael successfully worked in the film “Heartlands” with the participation of Mark Addy. Michael Sheen retired from the London theater scene about a decade ago and appeared in several films, but was little known in Hollywood until Michael Sheen's long-awaited return as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in the 1999 Broadway production of Amadeus.
2000s
Michael Sheen was happy with his career and hated the fact that he was seen as a role model: “I'm not a good leader. The characters from which examples are taken are empty....” Michael Sheen loved playing characters who were irritating, eccentric, or who stood out from their surroundings.
Actor Michael Sheen and Prime Minister Tony Blair
In films, the actor was often offered the roles of real people; these roles were often written specifically for Michael Sheen. This is exactly what his “trademark” character became in Sheen’s career – former British Prime Minister Tony Blair. Michael Sheen has played Tony Blair several times. For the first time, the actor took on the role of a former prime minister in 2003 in the film “The Deal.” The role of Prime Minister Tony Blair in director Stephen Frears's brilliant Oscar-winning film The Queen in 2006 would have been enough for Michael Sheen to take his rightful place among the galaxy of A-list stars. From that moment on, the ex-Prime Minister of Great Britain became associated with the image created and superbly performed by Michael Sheen. Michael Sheen played Prime Minister Tony Blair and co-starred with Dennis Quaid and Hope Davis in the 2010 drama The Special Relationship. The plot of the film told about the personal relationship between Tony Blair and US President Bill Clinton, who communicated closely with each other in 1997-2000... Michael Sheen began to receive more prominent roles on the big screen and starred alongside such famous actors as Heath Ledger, Wes Bentley and Kate Hudson in the film The Four Feathers. He also had one of the main roles in the acclaimed horror film Underworld, where his partner was Kate Beckinsale. Michael Sheen earned critical acclaim for his portrayal of a rock musician caught up in a messy divorce case in the 2004 romantic comedy Laws of Attraction, starring Pierce Brosnan and Julianne Moore. Then in 2006, the actor starred in the role of the famous science fiction writer H.G. Wells, and in 2008 he played the role of journalist David Frost in the Oscar-winning drama Frost vs. Nixon.
"Twilight…"
Michael Sheen also appeared in roles in big-budget vampire trilogies. The actor received an invitation to play the role of the vampire Aro Volturi in the mega-popular vampire saga “Twilight. Saga. New Moon", "Twilight. Saga. Breaking Dawn: Part 1" and "Twilight. Saga. Dawn: Part 2." Michael Sheen very skillfully conveyed the essence of his evil, but at the same time cheerful and merciful vampire. Aro's character turned out to be interesting. Aro was a real aristocrat, he behaved with restraint and dignity, while he was not fixated on his dominion, and at times he was even cheerful. Thanks to Michael's talent, the vampire turned out to be not very cruel. Film fame was hot on Michael Sheen's heels. The actor took part in several blockbusters. First of all, in the fantasy “Alice in Wonderland” in 2010, when the life of 19-year-old Alice Kingsley took an unexpected turn, on the same set with Mia Wasikowska, Johnny Depp and Helena Bonham Carter. Then, in 2010, Sheen also appeared in a supporting role in the acting company: Jeff Bridges, Garrett Hedlund, Olivia Wilde, Bruce Boxleitner, in the science fiction film “Tron. Heritage". And the following year, 2011, Mike Sheen already starred in the central role on the same set with Owen Wilson, Rachel McAdams and Kurt Fuller in the last film of the brilliant Woody Allen, “Midnight in Paris.” The science fiction film showed the 1920s. Then the young couple came to Paris to do business. The couple had to face another life and realize that the latter was better than their own...
Besides
In addition to film and theater, Mike Sheen participated, along with Lucy Liu and Kristin Chenoweth, in the dubbing of the cartoon “Fairies: Magical Rescue.” The tape told the story of how one day the Tinker Bell Fairy met Lizzie, a little girl with a strong belief in magic, and Tinker Bell developed an attachment to the curious girl who needed a friend.
Personal life
Michael Sheen devoted a lot of time to his work. The actor had no time to have fun in Los Angeles, where he moved to live because of his daughter Lily from his civil marriage with actress Kate Beckinsale. The affair with Kate Beckinsale lasted nine years and ended in 2003, when Beckinsale fell in love with director Len Wiseman on the set of Underworld. Michael Sheen was upset then, but reacted with understanding to what happened: “Of course, it was not easy, but this Len is a nice guy, I never felt that something was happening behind my back.” Sheen and Beckinsale remained friends: “I love him very much and would miss him terribly if he weren’t around. He is one of the most thoughtful and principled people, and Lily is lucky to have a father like him.” Michael Sheen didn't feel sad alone for long. In 2004, the actor had a short affair with his colleague Anastasia Griffith. Then he was in a relationship with the English ballerina Lorraine Stewart for six years. Then Michael Sheen dated Canadian actress Rachel McAdams for 3 years. In 2013, the couple broke up without making the reason public.
Interesting Facts
In November 2010, Michael Sheen received the Britannia Award for British Artist of the Year from the British Academy. His role in the TV movie The Special Relationship brought Michael Sheen an Emmy nomination. Michael Sheen was nominated for a BAFTA Award for his role in The Queen. The actor was also nominated for a Screen Actors Guild Award for Frost v. Nixon. In 2009, Michael Sheen became an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE). In 2009, men's magazine GQ named Michael Sheen Actor of the Year. Michael Sheen always treasured his mother's opinion about his roles: "You can't be arrogant when you play someone like British comedian Kenneth Williams." Michael Sheen was invited to play the role of Aro Volturi - a vampire in the film "New Moon" with a fee of 7.3 million dollars
Personal life
In 1995, the actor met his colleague Kate Beckinsale. They played together in the production of “The Seagull” based on the play by Anton Chekhov. The romance that broke out lasted 9 years. In 1999, the couple had a daughter, Lily Mo Shin, whom her father adores, but the artists never became husband and wife. And even when the couple broke up and Kate began an affair with director Len Wiseman, the former lovers continued to communicate, managing to maintain a warm relationship. In order to be close to his daughter, Michael Sheen moved from London, where he had a brilliant theatrical career, to New York. More than once photos appeared on the Internet of the girl’s parents taking walks with their daughter and taking funny pictures together.
Michael Sheen and Kate Beckinsale
Relatives and acquaintances note that the artist’s character is kind and cheerful.
Shortly after the separation, Kate got married. Michael Sheen's personal life has also changed. Since then, journalists have counted several striking romances with famous colleagues. In 2004, the actor dated Anastasia Griffith. Then there was a 6-year relationship with the British ballerina Lorraine Stewart.
On the set of Midnight in Paris, Michael Sheen met his Canadian colleague Rachel McAdams. The couple's romantic relationship lasted three years, but then the lovers broke up for unknown reasons, although the public was sure that this time it would come to marriage.
Rachel McAdams and Michael Sheen
In 2014, Hollywood started talking about the star’s new romance. This time with Carrie Keegan. Fans of the actor hoped that their favorite artist would finally find family happiness. However, this romance soon fizzled out.
That same year, it became known that Michael Sheen was in a relationship with Sarah Silverman. The romance lasted four years, and in 2020 the actress wrote on her Twitter account that she and Michael were no longer together. The reason for the breakup was distance and long periods of separation.
Simon Pegg and Michael Sheen
Thousands of fans follow the artist’s life on the social network Twitter, where Shin regularly shares posts with readers. Michael does not have an official Instagram, but fans of the actor maintain a fan page and post photos there that they find on the Internet.
It was believed that Michael Sheen is Charlie Sheen's brother, but this is not true. In general, fans often notice similarities between their favorite celebrities and other stars. The press has repeatedly mentioned Michael Sheen's amazing resemblance to actor Simon Pegg. Even the height and weight of the artists are almost the same (Michael’s height is 175 cm, weight is 72 kg, and Simon’s parameters are 178/74). Shin is exactly one year older than Pegg.
Michael Sheen now
In 2020, Michael Sheen appeared in two projects: the comedy “Visiting Alice” and the tragicomedy “Brad’s Status.”
The first film told the story of a woman, Alice, who had just divorced her husband and was left in the house with two children. Suddenly, in a bar, she meets three young guys who dream of making a film and participating in a competition. Mutual sympathy arises between one of the future stars and Alice. It so happens that young people move into the woman’s summer house and begin to help with the housework and with the children.
Trailer for the film "Visiting Alice"
Michael Sheen played the role of Reese Witherspoon's ex-husband. Along with Hollywood celebrities, Lake Bell, Nat Wolff, Candice Bergen and others appeared in the film.
Brad's Status premiered at the Toronto Film Festival. The main role of Brad was played by Ben Stiller. Michael Sheen played the character of Craig Fisher.
The drama “To Provide All People” is scheduled for release in 2020, where the actor will play the central role.
Michael Sheen in the movie Brad's Status
In the same year, it became known that Michael Sheen would play the angel Aziraphale in the series Good Omens, based on the novel by Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman. Along with him, Jessica Jones star David Tennant, actress Anna Maxwell Martin, actor Jon Hamm, who starred in Baby Driver, and others will take part in the filming. The premiere of the multi-part film is scheduled for 2020.
One of the main roles was played by Sheen in the thriller “Apostle”.
Michael Sheen on the set of Good Omens
In May 2020, it became known that the artist would be involved in the film adaptation of the fantastic comic book “Bloody Shot”. On the production site, Michael will work with another Baby Driver star, Eiza Gonzalez. Vin Diesel will play the main role of the immortal super-soldier.
Filmography
- 2003 – “Another World”
- 2004 – “Laws of Attraction”
- 2006 – “Underworld: Evolution”
- 2008 – “Frost vs. Nixon”
- 2009 – “Underworld: Rise of the Lycans”
- 2010 – “Alice in Wonderland”
- 2011 – “Twilight. Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 1"
- 2011 – “Midnight in Paris”
- 2012 – “Twilight. Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 2"
- 2013—2016 – “Masters of Sex”
- 2016 – “Passengers”
- 2017 – “Visiting Alice”
- 2017 – “Brad’s Status”
- 2018 — “To Provide All People”
- 2018 – “Apostle”
- 2019 – “Good Omens”
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