Gabriel Byrne Net Worth, Age, Biography, Wife
Gabriel Byrne Net Worth
Gabriel Byrne, an Irish actor, film director, film producer, and screenwriter whose full name is Gabriel James Byrne has a net worth of $19 million.
| Net Worth | $19 million |
| Name | Gabriel James Byrne |
| Full Name | Gabriel James Byrne |
| Gender | Male |
| Born | May 12, 1950 |
| Age | 73 years old (as of 2023) |
| Place of Birth | Walkinstown, Dublin, Ireland |
| Nationality | Irish |
| Height | 1.78 m |
| Parents | Father: Dan Byrne Mother: Eileen (née Gannon) |
| Wife | 1. Ellen Barkin (m. 1988, divorced in 1999) 2. Hannah Beth King (m. 2014) |
Gabriel Byrne Biography
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Gabriel James Byrne is an Irish actor, film director, producer, and screenwriter. He's known for his versatile career, having received a Golden Globe Award and earning nominations for a Grammy Award, two Primetime Emmy Awards, and two Tony Awards.
In 2018, he received the Irish Film and Television Academy Lifetime Achievement Award and was ranked 17th on The Irish Times' list of Ireland's greatest film actors in 2020.
Despite his acclaim, The Guardian notably points out that he has never received an Academy Award nomination.
Gabriel Byrne Age
Gabriel James Byrne was born on May 12, 1950, in Walkinstown, Dublin, Ireland. Gabriel Byrne is 73 years old as of 2023.
Education
He attended Ardscoil Éanna secondary school in Crumlin and later taught Spanish and history there.
Byrne pursued higher education at University College Dublin, graduating with a BA in 1972, with proficiency in the Irish language.
He continued his studies, completing a Higher Diploma in Education (HDipEd) in 1973.
Parents and Siblings
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Byrne's parents, Dan and Eileen (née Gannon), were devout Roman Catholics. His father, Dan, served as a soldier and cooper, while his mother, Eileen, worked as a hospital nurse. Gabriel Byrne has five younger siblings: Donal, Thomas, Breda, Margaret, and Marian, who tragically passed away at a young age.
Career
Before embarking on his acting career, Gabriel Byrne held various jobs, including archaeologist, cook, and teacher at Ardscoil Éanna in Crumlin.
He began his acting journey at the age of 29, starting on the stage at the Focus Theatre and the Abbey Theatre in Dublin. His initial breakthrough came with his role in the Irish television show The Riordans, followed by his own spin-off series, Bracken. Byrne made his film debut in 1981, portraying King Uther Pendragon in John Boorman's Excalibur.
Byrne's career further expanded with notable roles in the miniseries Wagner (1983), the political thriller Defence of the Realm (1985), and productions under his production company Plurabelle Films in the 1990s. He also served as the jury leader for the Kerry Film Festival in 2007.
Theatre and Television
Gabriel Byrne made significant contributions to both theatre and television. He received two Tony Award nominations for his roles in Eugene O'Neill plays, A Moon for the Misbegotten (2000) and Long Day's Journey into Night (2016).
On television, he earned two Primetime Emmy Award nominations for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series for his role as Paul Weston in the HBO drama series In Treatment (2008–2010), which also garnered him a Golden Globe Award.
Other notable television appearances include Vikings (2013), Maniac (2018), and War of the Worlds (2019-2022).
Personal Life
Gabriel Byrne had a 12-year relationship with television producer and presenter Aine O'Connor from 1974 to 1986. Later, he began a relationship with actress Ellen Barkin, marrying her in 1988.
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They had two children together but separated amicably in 1993 and divorced in 1999. In 2014, he married Hannah Beth King. As of 2021, Byrne resides with his family in Rockport, Maine.
Accolades and Honors
Throughout his career, Gabriel Byrne has received numerous accolades. He was honoured with the first Volta Award for lifetime achievement in acting at the Jameson Dublin International Film Festival in 2007.
He also received the Honorary Patronage of the University Philosophical Society at Trinity College Dublin in the same year. Additionally, he was awarded an honorary degree by the National University of Ireland, Galway, in recognition of his outstanding contribution to Irish and international film.
Gabriel Byrne Recent Work
In recent years, Byrne premiered his one-man show, Walking with Ghosts, based on his memoir, at various theaters, including the Gaiety Theatre in Dublin and the Apollo Theatre in London in 2022. This marked his West End debut at the age of 72.
Personal Beliefs
Gabriel Byrne is an atheist and has openly criticized the Catholic Church for what he views as its repression of women and minorities. He also mentioned that he reads the Bible “for the fables.”
Additionally, he served as a cultural ambassador for Ireland but criticized initiatives like The Gathering and marketing strategies such as Arthur's Day.
