Idris Elba

Date of Birth: September 6, 1972

Zodiac Sign: Virgo

Biography

Idris Elba is a British actor, producer, musician, and DJ, widely recognized for his work in both television and film. Born Idrissa Akuna Elba on September 6, 1972, in Hackney, London, to Sierra Leonean and Ghanaian parents, he has become one of the most versatile and respected actors of his generation. Elba’s career began in the early 1990s with minor roles on British television, but his breakthrough came with the role of Russell “Stringer” Bell in the critically acclaimed HBO series “The Wire” (2002-2004). Following “The Wire,” Elba’s career soared. He starred in a variety of films, including “American Gangster” (2007), “Thor” (2011), “Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom” (2013), and “Beasts of No Nation” (2015). His performance as DCI John Luther in the BBC series “Luther” (2010-present) earned him a Golden Globe Award and widespread acclaim. In addition to his acting career, Elba is an accomplished DJ and musician, performing under the moniker DJ Big Driis. He has released several EPs and continues to DJ at various events around the world. Elba is also involved in various philanthropic efforts, notably supporting initiatives for African development and youth empowerment.

5 Interesting Facts about Idris Elba

1. Idris Elba was named one of Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in the World in 2016.

2. He has a passion for kickboxing and even trained for a professional kickboxing fight, which he won.

3. Elba was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 2016 for his services to drama.

4. He has worked as a DJ under the name DJ Big Driis and performed at major events like Coachella.

5. Elba auditioned for the role of Gaston in Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast” (2017) but ultimately did not get the part.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Idris Elba

1. “I’m never shaken or stirred.”

2. “I love working. I’m a workaholic. I think I’m the happiest when I’m working.”

3. “I come from an era when if you are told that you can’t do something, it makes you want to do it more.”

4. “You judge a man by the work he puts into things, by the way he treats people, and by the way he carries himself.”

5. “I think there’s a lot of stigma around the word ‘depression’. It makes you feel like you should be in a straitjacket. But it’s a real issue.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Idris Elba’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $30 million.

Children

Idris Elba has two children. His daughter, Isan Elba, was born in 2002 from his first marriage to Hanne “Kim” Nørgaard. He also has a son, Winston Elba, born in 2014 with Naiyana Garth.