Jonathan Rhys Meyers
Jonathan Rhys Meyers is an Irish actor known for his roles in film and television. He gained international recognition for portraying King Henry VIII in the Showtime series “The Tudors,” which earned him a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Television Series – Drama. His significant film roles include “Velvet Goldmine,” “Bend It Like Beckham,” and “Match Point.”
Jonathan Rhys Meyers demonstrated a wide range of acting skills in numerous notable projects. He starred as Brian Slade in “Velvet Goldmine,” a role that showcased his musical talents. In “Bend It Like Beckham,” he played Joe, the soccer coach. In “Match Point,” directed by Woody Allen, Meyers played Chris Wilton, a former tennis professional. He played George Hogg in “The Children of Huang Shi.” Meyers also starred in the NBC series “Dracula.” His work in “The Tudors” earned him critical praise and a Golden Globe Award.
Throughout his career, Jonathan Rhys Meyers collaborated with several prominent actors. In “Velvet Goldmine,” he worked alongside Ewan McGregor. In “Bend It Like Beckham,” he collaborated with Parminder Nagra and Keira Knightley. In “Match Point,” his co-star was Scarlett Johansson. In “The Tudors,” he shared the screen with Natalie Dormer. In “The Children of Huang Shi,” he worked with Radha Mitchell. In “Dracula,” his scenes were with Jessica De Gouw.