Sean Bean

Date of Birth: April 17, 1959

Zodiac Sign: Aries

Biography

Shaun Mark Bean, professionally known as Sean Bean, is a distinguished English actor born on April 17, 1959, in Handsworth, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England. Bean initially aspired to follow in his father’s footsteps and become a welder but found his true calling in acting. He attended Rotherham College of Arts and Technology before earning a scholarship to the prestigious Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) in London. Bean’s career took off in the mid-1980s with a series of television roles and stage performances. He gained widespread recognition for his portrayal of Richard Sharpe in the ITV series “Sharpe,” based on Bernard Cornwell’s novels. Bean’s rugged good looks and intense performances have made him a favorite for both heroic and villainous roles. His film career includes notable roles such as Boromir in “The Lord of the Rings” trilogy, Alec Trevelyan in “GoldenEye,” and Eddard Stark in the critically acclaimed HBO series “Game of Thrones.” Known for his distinct Yorkshire accent and often portraying characters who meet untimely deaths, Bean has carved out a unique niche in Hollywood. Throughout his career, Sean Bean has received several awards and nominations for his performances, including a Screen Actors Guild Award for his role in “The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King.” He continues to be an active and respected figure in the entertainment industry.

5 Interesting Facts about Sean Bean

1. Sean Bean has a unique distinction of having his characters die in over 20 different films and TV series.

2. He received a scar on his face during the filming of “Patriot Games” (1992) in a fight scene with Harrison Ford.

3. Bean is a passionate supporter of Sheffield United, his hometown football club, and has a tattoo that reads “100% Blade” in honor of the team.

4. He was awarded an International Emmy for Best Actor for his role in the BBC series “Accused” in 2013.

5. Despite his tough on-screen persona, Bean is known for his love of gardening and has a serene garden at his home.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Sean Bean

1. “There’s a lot of satisfaction to be gained in finding a role that suits you and sticking with it.”

2. “I think everybody’s always attracted to both ends of the spectrum, kind of the bad guy and the good guy.”

3. “I love doing things that are challenging, whether it be physical or mental. And I really enjoy it when people can’t quite place me.”

4. “It’s great to have a character that you can keep returning to. That’s something I feel I’ve been able to do with Sharpe.”

5. “I think there’s a bit of the devil in everybody.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Sean Bean’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $20 million.

Children

Sean Bean has three children from his marriages. His first daughter, Lorna Bean, was born in October 1987 from his marriage to his secondary school sweetheart, Debra James. He has two more daughters, Molly Bean, born in 1991, and Evie Natasha Bean, born in 1998, from his marriage to actress Melanie Hill.