Jonathan Rhys Meyers was born on July 27, 1977, in Dublin, Ireland.

Film Career. Jonathan Rhys Meyers is an Irish actor known for his versatility and talent. He began his career as a stage and television actor in Ireland before achieving international success.

International Success. Rhys Meyers became famous for his role in "The Tudors," a television series in which he portrayed King Henry VIII. This role brought him widespread fame and recognition.

Filmography. He has acted in a series of successful films, including "Match Point" (2005), directed by Woody Allen, and "Elvis" (2005), in which he portrayed the legendary singer Elvis Presley. His talent and charisma have made him an admired figure in the world of cinema.

Personal Battles. Jonathan Rhys Meyers has faced personal challenges, including issues with alcoholism. However, he has worked hard to overcome them and has spoken openly about his efforts to combat addiction.

Personal Life. Rhys Meyers has been married to Mara Lane since 2016, and the couple has a child. Family is an important part of his life.

Filmography

A Man of No Importance (1994)

• Genre: Comedy, Drama
• Director: Suri Krishnamma
• Plot: A Dublin bus driver dreams of staging an Oscar Wilde play.

The Disappearance of Finbar (1996)

• Genre: Drama, Mystery
• Director: Sue Clayton
• Plot: After a boy's disappearance, his best friend embarks on a journey to find out what happened to him.

Michael Collins (1996)

• Genre: Biography, Drama, Thriller
• Director: Neil Jordan
• Plot: The life of Irish revolutionary leader Michael Collins and his struggle for Ireland's independence.

The Maker (1997)

• Genre: Thriller
• Director: Tim Hunter
• Plot: A young man becomes involved in a world of crime and violence when his brother is released from prison.

Telling Lies in America (1997)

• Genre: Drama, Music
• Director: Guy Ferland
• Plot: An immigrant teenager befriends a corrupt DJ while trying to fit into American life.

The Governess (1998)

• Genre: Drama, Romance
• Director: Sandra Goldbacher
• Plot: A young Jewish woman becomes a governess for a Scottish family and falls in love with the family's father.

Velvet Goldmine (1998)

• Genre: Drama, Music
• Director: Todd Haynes
• Plot: A journey into the glam rock era of the '70s through the eyes of a rock star and his fans.

B. Monkey (1998)

• Genre: Crime, Drama, Romance
• Director: Michael Radford
• Plot: A woman tries to leave her criminal life behind, but her past continues to haunt her.

The Loss of Sexual Innocence (1999)

• Genre: Drama
• Director: Mike Figgis
• Plot: A reflection on lost sexual innocence through various intertwined stories.

Titus (1999)

• Genre: Drama, History
• Director: Julie Taymor
• Plot: An adaptation of Shakespeare's drama "Titus Andronicus," a story of revenge and tragedy.

Ride with the Devil (1999)

• Genre: Drama, War, Romance
• Director: Ang Lee
• Plot: During the American Civil War, young men join the Bushwhackers, fighting for the South.

Prozac Nation (2001)

• Genre: Biography, Drama
• Director: Erik Skjoldbjærg
• Plot: Based on Elizabeth Wurtzel's memoirs, the film follows a young woman struggling with depression during her college years.

Dracula (TV Series, 2013-2014)

• Genre: Drama, Horror
• Director: Various
• Plot: A TV series that reimagines the story of Dracula, set in Victorian London.

Stonewall (2015)

• Genre: Drama
• Director: Roland Emmerich
• Plot: The story of the Stonewall riots, a pivotal moment in the LGBTQ+ rights movement.

Damascus Cover (2017)

• Genre: Thriller
• Director: Daniel Zelik Berk
• Plot: An undercover agent must complete a mission in Syria but finds himself in a web of deceit.

The 12th Man (2017)

• Genre: Biography, Drama, War
• Director: Harald Zwart
• Plot: The true story of Jan Baalsrud, a member of the Norwegian resistance during World War II.

Black Butterfly (2017)

• Genre: Thriller
• Director: Brian Goodman
• Plot: A struggling writer takes in a mysterious hitchhiker, triggering a dangerous series of events.

Vikings (TV Series, 2017-2020)

• Genre: Action, Adventure, Drama
• Director: Various
• Plot: A TV series following the legendary adventures of the Viking warrior Ragnar Lothbrok.

The Aspern Papers (2018)

Genre: Drama

• Director: Julien Landais
• Plot: A young writer seeks to obtain the papers of a deceased famous poet, guarded by his elderly lover.

Holy Lands (2019)

• Genre: Drama
• Director: Amanda Sthers
• Plot: An American Jewish cardiologist retires to Israel to raise pigs, facing familial and cultural conflicts.

The Emperor of Paris (2018)

• Genre: Adventure, Crime, History
• Director: Jean-François Richet
• Plot: The story of François Vidocq, a famous criminal who becomes an effective chief of police in Paris.

Awake (2019)

• Genre: Action, Crime, Thriller
• Director: Aleksandr Chernyaev
• Plot: A man wakes up in a hospital bed without remembering his identity and discovers he is wanted for a series of murders.

AWARDS

Golden Globe Awards:

• Best Actor in a Miniseries or Television Film: Won for "Elvis" (2005).

Emmy Awards:

• Received nominations for his role in "Elvis".

Satellite Awards:

• Won awards for his performances in both television and film.

Irish Film and Television Awards:

• Received various nominations and awards for his roles in films and television series.