Cillian Murphy
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👤 Bio & Residence
Full Name: Cillian Murphy
Date of Birth: May 25, 1976
Place of Birth: Douglas, County Cork, Ireland
Height: 175 cm (5′9″)
Weight: ~70 kg (154 lbs)
Religion: Raised Catholic; now agnostic
Nationality: Irish
Ancestry: Irish
Languages: English (native), some Irish Gaelic
Marital Status: Married — Yvonne McGuinness (since 2004)
Children: 2 (Malachy, 2005; Aran, 2007)
Occupation: Actor
Education: University College Cork (Law — left to pursue acting)
Net Worth: $25 million (2025, public estimate)
Total Social Followers: Not active on social media
Notable Works: Oppenheimer, Peaky Blinders, Inception, 28 Days Later, Dunkirk
Current Residence: Dublin, Ireland
Number of Houses: Homes in Ireland & UK (private)
🎓 Education & Early Life
- Raised in Cork; parents worked in education.
- Attended Presentation Brothers College and UCC (Law).
- Left law to join theatre; early roles in Irish stage productions.
- Played guitar in a rock band before acting took over.
- Known for disciplined lifestyle and privacy.
🏆 Career Highlights & Timeline
- 1996–2001: Irish theatre & indie films; breakthrough momentum.
- 2002: Lead in Danny Boyle’s 28 Days Later.
- 2005–2012: Worked with Christopher Nolan (Batman Begins, The Dark Knight, The Dark Knight Rises).
- 2013–2022: Thomas Shelby in BBC/Netflix’s Peaky Blinders.
- 2010: Inception; global recognition.
- 2017: Dunkirk; acclaimed ensemble.
- 2023–2024: Title role in Oppenheimer; multiple major awards.
- 2025: Continues film work with top directors and select theatre.
🏅 Awards & Recognitions
- Academy Award — Best Actor for Oppenheimer.
- Golden Globe & BAFTA — Best Actor for Oppenheimer.
- IFTA (Irish Film & Television Awards) multiple wins.
- Critically acclaimed for leading Peaky Blinders.
- Laurence Olivier Award nominations for stage work.
🧠 Did You Know?
- Turned down major roles to prioritize family life in Ireland.
- Auditioned for Batman; ultimately cast as Scarecrow.
- Rarely watches his own performances.
- Prefers cycling and quiet routines over celebrity events.
- Doesn’t use social media.
- Known for transformative accents and minimal dialogue acting.
- Reads Irish literature daily.
- Maintains a minimalist wardrobe for focus and comfort.
- Often cooks at home; enjoys simple recipes.
- Collaborates frequently with Christopher Nolan.
- Started in fringe theatre before mainstream success.
- Practices script memorization by long walks.
- Advocates for arts education in Ireland.
- Moved back from London to Dublin to raise kids.
- Recorded radio dramas for the BBC.
- Wears glasses off-screen; often uses contacts for roles.
- Learned American accents by mimicking radio hosts.
- Has piercing blue eyes; widely remarked by critics.
- Enjoys gardening when not filming.
- Oppenheimer became his signature role worldwide.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cillian Murphy born?
May 25, 1976 — Douglas, County Cork, Ireland.
How tall is he and what does he weigh?
About 175 cm and ~70 kg.
Is he married and does he have children?
Married to Yvonne McGuinness since 2004; two sons (2005, 2007).
Where does he live now?
Dublin, Ireland.
What is his religion?
Raised Catholic; identifies as agnostic.
What is his net worth (2025)?
Public estimates around $25 million.
What role made him globally famous?
Thomas Shelby in Peaky Blinders and J. Robert Oppenheimer in Oppenheimer.
Does Cillian Murphy use social media?
No — he avoids social platforms.
Has he worked with Christopher Nolan?
Yes — Batman trilogy, Inception, Dunkirk, Oppenheimer.
What was his first big film break?
28 Days Later (2002).
Is he active on stage/theatre?
Yes — began in theatre and returns periodically.
What’s his acting approach?
Immersive, minimalist dialogue with precise physicality.
What awards has he won recently?
Oscar, BAFTA, and Golden Globe for Oppenheimer.
What’s next for him?
Select film roles and potential theatre projects in 2025.