Johnny Flynn

Date of Birth: March 14, 1983

Zodiac Sign: Pisces

Biography

Johnny Flynn, born John Patrick Vivian Flynn, is a British musician, singer-songwriter, and actor known for his distinctive blend of folk, rock, and indie music. He was born on March 14, 1983, in Johannesburg, South Africa. Flynn’s father, Eric Flynn, was an actor and singer, and his mother, Caroline Forbes, is a prominent journalist. The family moved back to the UK when Johnny was a child, where he grew up in Hampshire and later attended Bedales School. Flynn first gained prominence as the frontman of the folk-rock band Johnny Flynn & The Sussex Wit. The band released several well-received albums, including “A Larum” (2008), “Been Listening” (2010), and “Country Mile” (2013). Known for his evocative lyrics and multi-instrumental talents, Flynn plays guitar, trumpet, violin, and banjo, among other instruments. In addition to his musical career, Flynn has earned acclaim as an actor. He has appeared in various films and television series, including “Emma” (2020), where he starred as George Knightley, and the television series “Lovesick” (2014-2018). He also portrayed a young David Bowie in the biographical film “Stardust” (2020).

5 Interesting Facts about Johnny Flynn

1. Johnny Flynn’s band, Johnny Flynn & The Sussex Wit, is named after Sussex, the county in England where they first started playing music together.

2. Flynn composed the score for the television series “Detectorists,” which won a BAFTA award for Best Scripted Comedy.

3. He is a classically trained Shakespearean actor and has performed at the Globe Theatre in London.

4. Flynn’s sister, Lillie Flynn, is also a musician and often performs with him as part of The Sussex Wit.

5. He played the character of Dylan Witter in the popular Netflix series “Lovesick,” which was originally titled “Scrotal Recall.”

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Johnny Flynn

1. “Music has always been my way of making sense of the world.”

2. “I love storytelling, whether it’s through music, acting, or writing.”

3. “Folk music has a unique ability to connect with people on a deeply emotional level.”

4. “I find that the boundaries between different forms of art are often quite fluid.”

5. “Performing live is a way of sharing an intimate part of myself with the audience.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Johnny Flynn’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $5 million.

Children

Johnny Flynn is married to Beatrice Minns, a designer. The couple has three children together: a son named Gabriel, a daughter named Ida, and another daughter named Lorca.