Rupert Everett

Rupert James Hector Everett was born on May 29, 1959, in Burnham Deepdale, Norfolk. He grew up in privileged circumstances and began his classical training on the piano at Ampleforth College, run by Benedictine monks, at the age of seven. His artistic path led him to the Central School of Speech and Drama in London, from which he was expelled. He then honed his craft at the avant-garde Glasgow Citizen’s Theatre in Scotland.

Everett’s career began on British television in 1982 with sophisticated performances in series such as “Strangers” and “Play for Today,” and the miniseries “Princess Daisy” (1983) and “The Far Pavilions” (1984). A significant turning point came in 1984 when he starred in the acclaimed film “Another Country,” based on a role he had previously performed on stage in 1981. This role earned him a BAFTA nomination and brought him international recognition, establishing him as a prominent figure in British cinema. He subsequently appeared in notable films like “Dance with a Stranger” (1985) and “Duet for One” (1986).

In the late 1980s, Everett moved to Paris, wrote novels, and openly declared his homosexuality in 1989. His career saw a resurgence in 1997 with his role in the box-office hit “My Best Friend’s Wedding,” which earned him BAFTA and Golden Globe nominations. He continued to gain acclaim for his work in classical productions such as “Shakespeare in Love” (1998), “An Ideal Husband” (1999), and “The Importance of Being Earnest” (2002). He also lent his voice to the character of Prince Charming in the animated films “Shrek 2” (2004) and “Shrek the Third” (2007). In addition to his acting, Everett has written two volumes of memoirs, “Red Carpets and Other Banana Skins” (2006) and “Vanished Years” (2012), and has directed films, including “The Happy Prince” (2018), which he also wrote and starred in as Oscar Wilde.