Date of Birth: September 7, 1966
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Biography
Toby Edward Heslewood Jones is an acclaimed British actor known for his versatile performances across film, television, and stage. Born in Hammersmith, London, he comes from a family deeply rooted in the arts; his father, Freddie Jones, was a well-known actor, and his mother, Jennifer Heslewood, also had a career in acting. Toby Jones studied drama at the University of Manchester and later trained at L’École Internationale de Théâtre Jacques Lecoq in Paris. Jones’ career took off with his portrayal of Truman Capote in the 2006 film “Infamous.” Since then, he has appeared in a variety of roles that showcase his wide-ranging acting skills. Notable performances include his roles in “The Hunger Games” series, “Captain America: The First Avenger,” and “Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy.” He has also lent his voice to the character Dobby in the “Harry Potter” series. In addition to his film work, Toby Jones has had a prolific career in television, with standout performances in series such as “The Detectorists” and “The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance.” His stage work is equally impressive, having appeared in numerous productions with the Royal National Theatre and the Royal Shakespeare Company.
5 Interesting Facts about Toby Jones
1. Toby Jones voiced the character Dobby the house-elf in the “Harry Potter” film series.
2. He won the Olivier Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role for his performance in the play “The Play What I Wrote.”
3. Jones portrayed Alfred Hitchcock in the HBO film “The Girl,” earning a Golden Globe nomination.
4. He is known for his role as Claudius Templesmith in “The Hunger Games” series.
5. Toby Jones was appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in the 2020 New Year Honours for services to drama.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Toby Jones
1. “I think a lot of actors crave variety, and I certainly do.”
2. “There’s something inherently fascinating about the way we construct our lives through stories.”
3. “The most interesting characters are always the ones with the most layers.”
4. “Acting is a way of living out one’s own fantasies.”
5. “One of the great things about acting is that you can lose yourself in the process.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
$3 million
Children
Toby Jones has two children with his wife, Karen Jones. Their names are Holly and Madeleine Jones.
Relevant Links
1. [IMDb Profile](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0429363/
2. [Wikipedia Page](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toby_Jones
3. [Olivier Awards](https://officiallondontheatre.com/olivier-awards/
4. [Golden Globe Nomination](https://www.goldenglobes.com/person/toby-jones
5. [Royal National Theatre](https://www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/people/15659
