Date of Birth: August 20, 1983
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Biography
Andrew Garfield is a British-American actor acclaimed for his versatile performances on both stage and screen. Born in Los Angeles, California, and raised in Epsom, England, Garfield discovered his passion for acting at a young age. He attended the Central School of Speech and Drama, where he honed his craft before breaking into the professional acting scene. Garfield gained early recognition for his roles in British television series such as “Sugar Rush” and “Boy A,” the latter earning him a BAFTA Award for Best Actor. His international breakthrough came with the role of Eduardo Saverin in “The Social Network” (2010), which earned him a Golden Globe nomination. Garfield achieved global stardom when he was cast as Peter Parker/Spider-Man in “The Amazing Spider-Man” series. His performances have been widely praised, with noteworthy roles in films like “Hacksaw Ridge” (2016), for which he received an Academy Award nomination, and “Silence” (2016), directed by Martin Scorsese. Garfield is also a noted stage actor, having starred in productions such as “Death of a Salesman” and the critically acclaimed revival of “Angels in America,” for which he won the Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play. His dedication to his craft and ability to bring depth to a variety of characters have made him one of the most respected actors of his generation.
5 Interesting Facts about Andrew Garfield
1. Andrew Garfield holds dual citizenship in the United States and the United Kingdom.
2. He initially aspired to become a businessman before discovering his passion for acting.
3. Garfield is a dedicated practitioner of yoga and meditation, which he uses to prepare for his roles.
4. He won the Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play in 2018 for his role in “Angels in America.”
5. Andrew Garfield is an advocate for various social causes, including LGBTQ+ rights and mental health awareness.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Andrew Garfield
1. “I think too much. Being in my body is much more satisfying than being in my head.”
2. “I hope that I’m always struggling, really. You develop when you’re struggling. When you’re struggling, you get stronger.”
3. “I’ve gone through my whole life caring deeply what people think of me.”
4. “Spider-Man has always been the symbol of goodness and doing the right thing and looking after your fellow man.”
5. “I love storytelling, I love the stories that I get to tell.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Highest net worth achieved: $13 million
Children
As of the latest information available, Andrew Garfield does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Andrew Garfield IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1940449/
2. [Andrew Garfield Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andrew_Garfield
3. [Andrew Garfield Biography on Biography.com](https://www.biography.com/actor/andrew-garfield
4. [Andrew Garfield on Rotten Tomatoes](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/andrew_garfield
5. [Andrew Garfield Interview on GQ](https://www.gq.com/story/andrew-garfield-cover-profile-2016