Age: 76
male
William Francis Nighy (born 12 December 1949) is an English actor. Known for his work on screen and stage, he has received numerous awards, including two BAFTA Awards, a Golden Globe Award and nominations for an Academy Award and a Tony Award. Nighy started his career with the Everyman Theatre, Liverpool and made his London debut with the Royal National Theatre starting with The Illuminatus! in 1977. There he gained acclaim for his roles in David Hare's Pravda in 1985, Harold Pinter's Betrayal in 1991, Tom Stoppard's Arcadia in 1993, and Anton Chekov's The Seagull in 1994. He received a Laurence Olivier Award for Best Actor nomination for his performance in Blue/Orange in 2001. He made his Broadway debut in Hare's The Vertical Hour in 2006, and returned in the 2015 revival of Hare's Skylight earning a Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play nomination. Early film roles include in the comedies Still Crazy (1998), and Blow Dry (1999) before his breakout role in Love Actually (2003) which earned him a BAFTA Award for Best Supporting Actor. He soon gained recognition portraying Davy Jones in the Pirates of the Caribbean film series (2006-2007), and Viktor in the Underworld film series (2003-2009). Other films include Shaun of the Dead (2004), The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (2005), The Constant Gardener (2005), Notes on a Scandal (2006), Hot Fuzz (2007), Valkyrie (2008), Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1 (2010), The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2012), About Time (2013), Emma (2020), and Living (2022), the last of these earning him his first career Academy Award nomination. Nighy has gained acclaim for his roles in television earning a British Academy Television Award for Best Actor for his performance in BBC One series State of Play (2003), and a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor for the BBC film Gideon's Daughter (2007). He's also known for his roles in HBO's The Girl in the Café (2006) and PBS's Page Eight (2012).
Bill Nighy
Michael Fleetwood
for Michael Fleetwood in Dreams of a Gypsy: The Stevie Nicks Story
Suggested by kamsismith
Experience the mesmerizing story of Stephanie Lynn Nicks, the small-town girl with an awe-inspiring voice that could move mountains, in "Dreams of a Gypsy". Set against the backdrop of the '60s and '70s music scene, this film takes you on a journey through Stevie's challenging childhood, illuminating the fierce ambition and unshakable belief in her talent that drove her to become a global phenomenon. The heart of this film lies in Stevie's journey with Fleetwood Mac, capturing the electrifying synergy of the band and the personal struggles that fueled their creative genius. Witness her transformation from a Phoenix-born artist to a musical icon, and relive the creation of timeless classics like "Rumours", which continue to resonate with fans worldwide. But that's not all - "Dreams of a Gypsy" also celebrates Stevie's solo career, featuring electrifying performances of hits like "Edge of Seventeen" and "Landslide". The film delves into Stevie's mystical side, her fascination with the otherworldly, and her iconic fashion sense that continues to inspire. Get ready to be transported through time as you explore the passion and heartache behind Stevie's songwriting, and discover the intimate love affairs that inspired her most iconic works. "Dreams of a Gypsy" is a must-see for anyone who loves music, art, and the enduring power of creative expression.
