Richard Madden

Date of Birth: June 18, 1986

Zodiac Sign: Gemini

Biography

Richard Madden is a distinguished Scottish actor, best known for his versatile roles in both television and film. Born in Elderslie, Renfrewshire, Scotland, Madden began acting at a young age and quickly ascended to stardom through his compelling performances. He gained international recognition for his portrayal of Robb Stark in the critically acclaimed HBO series “Game of Thrones,” which ran from 2011 to 2013. Following his success on “Game of Thrones,” Madden continued to build a diverse portfolio, starring in films such as “Cinderella” (2015) and “Rocketman” (2019). His role as Sergeant David Budd in the BBC drama series “Bodyguard” earned him a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Television Series – Drama. Beyond his acting career, Madden is known for his advocacy work, particularly in the areas of mental health and LGBTQ+ rights. With a career that continues to flourish, Richard Madden remains a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.

5 Interesting Facts about Richard Madden

1. Richard Madden was awarded the Golden Globe for Best Actor in a Television Series – Drama for his role in “Bodyguard” in 2019.

2. He trained at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, one of the leading conservatoires in the UK.

3. Madden was cast in his first professional role at the age of 11, in the film “Complicity.”

4. He portrayed the character of Ikaris in Marvel’s “Eternals,” released in 2021.

5. Madden was named one of Time magazine’s 100 most influential people in the world in 2019.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Richard Madden

1. “I always try to keep my friends within my creative world because it’s really important to me that you have people around you who know you and love you for who you are.”

2. “You can’t live your life in fear of what people might say.”

3. “No one owns life, but anyone who can pick up a frying pan owns death.”

4. “I think people like to think I live a glamorous life, but it actually takes a lot of work.”

5. “I’ve always been quite an insecure person, and I’ve always had this fear of failure.”