Jack Gleeson

Date of Birth: May 20, 1992

Zodiac Sign: Taurus

Date of Death: *N/A*

Biography

Jack Gleeson is an Irish actor best known for his role as Joffrey Baratheon on the HBO television series “Game of Thrones” (2011-2014). Born in Cork, Ireland, Gleeson began his acting career at a young age, appearing in local theater productions before transitioning to film and television. Despite his young age, his portrayal of the sadistic King Joffrey earned critical acclaim and made him a household name. After leaving “Game of Thrones,” Gleeson took a step back from professional acting to focus on his academic pursuits and personal interests. He attended Trinity College Dublin, where he studied philosophy and theology. Gleeson has also been involved in theater and co-founded the Collapsing Horse Theatre Company, where he works as an actor and producer.

5 Interesting Facts about Jack Gleeson

1. Jack Gleeson was offered a role in the 2020 film “The Batman” but declined to continue his academic studies.

2. He started acting when he was just seven years old and appeared in movies such as “Batman Begins” (2005) and “Shrooms” (2007) before landing his iconic role in “Game of Thrones.”

3. Gleeson has expressed interest in academia and has considered pursuing a Ph.D. in philosophy.

4. Despite the hate his character received on “Game of Thrones,” Gleeson is known for his kind and down-to-earth personality in real life.

5. He co-founded the Collapsing Horse Theatre Company, a Dublin-based theater group, which performs innovative and experimental plays.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Jack Gleeson

1. “I’d like to be an academic, a philosophy lecturer if possible. I’d do a Masters in Ancient Hebrew perhaps, but I’ve got to figure out what I want to do.”

2. “I think audiences respond to good writing. If you write good text, it will do well.”

3. “The lifestyle that comes with being an actor in a successful TV show isn’t something I gravitate towards.”

4. “I find the whole fame thing very weird.”

5. “I’ve been acting since age seven. It’s always been a hobby, and I enjoyed it.”