Dominic West
English actor and director; The Wire
Born
October 15th, 1969
56 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United Kingdom
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An English actor and director gained recognition for a range of roles in television and film. Most prominently starred as Jimmy McNulty in the HBO series The Wire. Also featured in the UK sitcom The Office and portrayed various characters in films such as 300 and Pride. Directing credits include involvement in stage productions and television episodes. Established a reputation in both dramatic and comic roles, showcasing versatility across genres.
Starred as Jimmy McNulty in The Wire
Appeared in the UK version of The Office
Featured in the film 300
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