Ray Stevenson

Ray Stevenson – Full Biography, Career, Life Story & Achievements

Name	Ray Stevenson
Birthday	Mon May 25 1964
Gender	Male
Place of Birth	Lisburn, Northern Ireland, UK
Known For	Acting
Also Known As	Рэй Стивенсон , 레이 스티븐슨, Рей Стівенсон, ריי סטיבנסון, ری استیونسون
Popularity	2.0915
IMDB ID	nm0829032
Death Date	Sun May 21 2023

Biography

Ray Stevenson (May 25, 1964 – May 21, 2023) was a film, TV and stage actor. He moved with his family to Lemington, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, England in 1972 at the age of eight, and later to Cramlington, Northumberland, where he was raised. The second of three sons of a Royal Air Force pilot father and an Irish mother, As a child he dreamed to become an actor, but he also thought that dream was impossible. So he pursued his other love, art, and went to art school instead. He was an interior designer with an architectural firm in London when he at 25 decided to try out acting. Eventually he attended Bristol Old Vic Theatre School, graduating at the age of 29. At the beginning of 90s, he began his career on films. He did a few TV films, one of them being The Return of the Native (1994), where he appeared opposite Clive Owen, Catherine Zeta-Jones and Steven Mackintosh. He also filmed The Theory of Flight (1998) Greenwich Mean Time (1999), Green-Eyed Monster (2001) (TV) and a lot of TV guest roles in series. Finally, he made a international breakout with King Arthur (2004), as quiet, but loyal knight Dagonet, again with Clive Owen (who played Arthur), Keira Knightley, Ioan Gruffudd, Mads Mikkelsen, Ray Winstone and Stellan Skarsgard. After a few more TV films, Stevenson's popularity stared to rise by each film. But, the real fame comes with HBO's "Rome" (2005 - 2007), as funny, but heroically fearless legionary Titus Pullo, opposite Kevin McKidd. Another two well-known roles were in action horror Outpost (2008) and as comic book dark hero The Punisher / Frank Castle in extremely violent Punisher: War Zone (2008), opposite Dominic West (Jigsaw), Doug Hutchison, Colin Salmon, Wayne Knight (Microchip), Dash Mihok (Det. Marin Soap) and Julie Benz. To mention that Stevenson also worked on stage. He played the part of Christ in the York Mystery Plays in 2000 at York Minster. In 2001 he took the part of Roger in the play Mouth to Mouth by Kevin Elyot, at the Albery Theatre in London with Lindsay Duncan and Michael Maloney. His most well-known part was perhaps that of the Cardinal in The Duchess of Malfi by John Webster with Janet McTeer at the Royal National Theatre in 2003. Stevenson and his girlfriend Elisabetta Carccia have a son Sebastiano Derek Stevenson, who was born in 2007. Besides acting, he loved art and had a passion for water color painting.

Early Life

Ray Stevenson was born in Lisburn, Northern Ireland, UK and showed interest in the arts from a young age. Their journey into the entertainment industry began with early training, auditions, and small roles that laid the foundation for a remarkable career. Over time, their dedication, passion, and natural ability allowed them to rise into mainstream recognition.

Career Summary

Throughout their career, Ray Stevenson has worked across multiple film genres and creative spaces, collaborating with renowned directors, producers, and co-stars. Their performances have often been praised for emotional depth, versatility, and commitment to characterization. Over the years, they have contributed to some of the highest-grossing and critically acclaimed works in the industry.

Achievements & Recognition

Over the years, Ray Stevenson has earned numerous accolades for their outstanding performances, including nominations and wins across prestigious award platforms. Their influence extends beyond acting, contributing to cultural conversations, brand endorsements, and charitable causes.

Known For

Ray Stevenson is widely recognized for their contributions in the field of Acting, building a legacy that continues to inspire fans worldwide.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who is Ray Stevenson?
Ray Stevenson is a renowned personality known for their work in Acting.

2. Where was Ray Stevenson born?
They were born in Lisburn, Northern Ireland, UK.

3. What is Ray Stevenson known for?
They are best known for their achievements in Acting.

4. When is Ray Stevenson's birthday?
Mon May 25 1964

5. What awards has Ray Stevenson received?
They have earned several awards and nominations for their exceptional performances.

6. What are some famous works of Ray Stevenson?
They are associated with multiple critically acclaimed and popular projects across genres.

7. Is Ray Stevenson active today?
Yes, they continue to work actively in various creative fields.

8. Does Ray Stevenson support any charities?
Yes, they are known for involvement in social causes and charitable initiatives.

9. What are Ray Stevenson's alternate names?
They are also known as Рэй Стивенсон , 레이 스티븐슨, Рей Стівенсон, ריי סטיבנסון, ری استیونسون.

10. How popular is Ray Stevenson?
They hold a popularity rating of 2.0915, reflecting global recognition.