Date of Birth: June 1, 1947
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Biography
Jonathan Pryce is an acclaimed Welsh actor, known for his versatility and powerful performances in both stage and screen productions. Born John Price on June 1, 1947, in Carmel, Flintshire, Wales, he has carved out an illustrious career that spans over five decades. Pryce initially trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) in London, where he was awarded the prestigious Leverhulme Scholarship. Pryce’s early career was predominantly in theatre, and he gained recognition for his role in the play “Comedians,” for which he won the 1977 Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Play. He later triumphed on the West End and Broadway with his portrayal of The Engineer in “Miss Saigon,” earning him both Olivier and Tony Awards. On the big screen, Pryce is perhaps best known for his roles in films such as “Brazil” (1985), “Glengarry Glen Ross” (1992), “Evita” (1996), and “The Two Popes” (2019). He also gained a new generation of fans through his portrayal of the High Sparrow in the popular TV series “Game of Thrones.”
5 Interesting Facts about Jonathan Pryce
1. Jonathan Pryce was knighted in 2021 for his services to drama and charity.
2. He starred alongside Madonna in the 1996 film adaptation of the musical “Evita,” playing the role of Juan Perón.
3. Pryce initially intended to study art before switching to acting.
4. He won a Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actor for his role in the 1995 film “Carrington.”
5. Pryce served as the President of the Jury at the 2006 Berlin International Film Festival.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Jonathan Pryce
1. “I think it’s my job to make any piece of work as truthful and as real as possible.”
2. “I never try to make a character likable; I think that’s the actor’s mistake.”
3. “Theater is the actor’s medium. You are free to interpret and reinterpret the text every single night.”
4. “Success is a very fragile thing, and you have to put the work in to maintain it.”
5. “I love challenges and pushing myself to explore new territories in my acting.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Jonathan Pryce’s highest net worth achieved is approximately $5 million.
Children
Jonathan Pryce has three children with his partner, actress Kate Fahy: Patrick Pryce, Gabriel Pryce, and Phoebe Pryce.
Relevant Links
1. [IMDb – Jonathan Pryce](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000596/
2. [Wikipedia – Jonathan Pryce](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jonathan_Pryce
3. [The Guardian – Jonathan Pryce](https://www.theguardian.com/culture/jonathan-pryce
4. [The New York Times – Jonathan Pryce](https://www.nytimes.com/topic/person/jonathan-pryce
5. [Rotten Tomatoes – Jonathan Pryce](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/jonathan_pryce
