Who is Hugh Bonneville and is he married? | The Sun

May 7, 2023

HUGH Bonneville will forever be known for playing the lead character in the historical drama Downton Abbey.

But before landing this plum role, the critically acclaimed actor had starred on screen and performed on stage for years.

Who is Hugh Bonneville?

Hugh Bonneville was born in Blackheath, London on November 10, 1963.

He is best known for playing Lord Grantham in the ITV series Downton Abbey, and its spin-off movies.

Hugh kicked off his acting career when he graduated from Webber Douglas Academy of Dramatic Art.

The actor joined the National Theatre in 1987 and appeared in several plays before joining the Royal Shakespeare Company in 1991.

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He is also well known for his role in the Paddington movies and the cult classic Hugh Grant movie, Notting Hill.

Thanks to his incredible acting career, as of 2023 Hugh has an estimated net worth of £6.6M.

Is Hugh Bonneville married and does he have any children?

Hugh is happily married to his wife Lucinda "Lulu" Evans after they wed back in 1998.

Previously speaking to the Radio Times about what his wife thinks of him being famous, he said: "My wife thinks acting's a funny old thing and it pays the bills, frankly!"

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They live with their son, Felix, in West Sussex, although they keep their only child out of the spotlight.

What film and TV programmes has Hugh Bonneville starred in?

Hugh is an actor who is lucky enough to be just as famous for his small screen shows as his film roles.

On TV he is best known for Downton Abbey and was on the show for its entire run from 2010 until 2015.

Hugh is also known for the following television shows:

Vicar of Dibley (2007)
Agatha Christie's Poirot (2010)
Marple: The Mirror Crack'd from Side to Side (2011)
The Hollow Crown (2016)
Sandylands (2020)
The Gold (2023)

On the big screen, he got his big break in 1999 when he starred alongside Hugh Grant and Julia Roberts in Notting Hill.

Since then his biggest films include:

Mansfield Park (1999)
The Monuments Men (2014)
Paddington Films (2014 to 2023)

Hugh has also starred in both of the Downton Abbey movies.

As well as on-screen success, Hugh also had a lot of success as a stage actor.

He first performed at the Open Air Theatre, Regents Park. He then joined the National Theatre in 1987. While with the National Theatre, he appeared in several plays,