Date of Birth: July 22, 1967
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Date of Death: *Alive*
Biography
Rhys Ifans, born Rhys Owain Evans, is a Welsh actor and musician, renowned for his eclectic roles in both film and television. He was born on July 22, 1967, in Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, Wales. Raised in a Welsh-speaking family, Ifans developed a strong connection to his heritage, which has often been reflected in his work. He attended Ysgol Maes Garmon, a Welsh medium school, and later studied at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London. Ifans began his career on the stage, performing with the Royal National Theatre and the Royal Exchange Theatre. He gained widespread recognition in 1999 for his role as Spike in the romantic comedy “Notting Hill.” His quirky and memorable performance as the eccentric roommate of Hugh Grant’s character made him a household name. Throughout his career, Ifans has showcased his versatility, appearing in a wide range of genres. He played Dr. Curt Connors/The Lizard in “The Amazing Spider-Man” (2012), Xenophilius Lovegood in “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1” (2010), and Mycroft Holmes in the TV series “Elementary” (2013-2014). Beyond acting, Ifans is also a musician and was a member of the Welsh rock bands Super Furry Animals and The Peth.
5 Interesting Facts about Rhys Ifans
1. Rhys Ifans was originally born Rhys Owain Evans but adopted the stage name “Ifans” to avoid confusion with another actor named Rhys Evans.
2. He is fluent in both Welsh and English, and he has performed in both languages.
3. Before his acting career took off, Ifans hosted a children’s TV show in Wales called “Sbri di ri”.
4. He was the lead singer of the rock band Super Furry Animals before they achieved fame.
5. Rhys Ifans won a BAFTA for his role in the film “Not Only But Always” (2004), where he portrayed comedian Peter Cook.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Rhys Ifans
1. “I think it’s a real privilege to be able to express yourself, no matter what format you choose.”
2. “I prefer the company of books and nature over that of people.”
3. “I’m not a method actor; I just do it.”
4. “I always feel a bit shy around people who are really different from me.”
5. “Being Welsh, music and poetry are so ingrained in us.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Rhys Ifans has achieved a highest net worth of approximately $12 million.
Children
Rhys Ifans does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Rhys Ifans – IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0406975/
2. [Rhys Ifans – Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rhys_Ifans
3. [Rhys Ifans on Rotten Tomatoes](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/rhys_ifans
5. [Rhys Ifans on Twitter](https://twitter.com/rhys_ifans
