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Alex Jennings | |
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| Born | Alex Michael Jennings 10 May 1957 |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1978–present |
| Known for | The Queen (2006) The Lady in the Van (2015) The Crown (2016–2017) Victoria (2016–2019) A Very English Scandal (2018) Mr Bates vs The Post Office (2024) |
| Spouse | Lesley Moors (m. 2012) |
| Children | 2 |
Alex Michael Jennings CBE (born 10 May 1957) is an English actor of the stage and screen, who worked extensively with the Royal Shakespeare Company and National Theatre. For his work on the London stage, Jennings received three Olivier Awards, winning for Too Clever by Half (1988), Peer Gynt (1996), and My Fair Lady (2003). He is the only performer to have won Olivier awards in the drama, musical, and comedy categories.[1][2][3]
He is known for his film work, in particular for his performance as Prince Charles, in Stephen Frears' film The Queen (2006) opposite Helen Mirren. His other film appearances include The Wings of the Dove (1997), Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason (2004), Babel (2006), Belle (2013), and The Lady in the Van (2015) starring Maggie Smith.
Jennings won acclaim for his performances in television including for his portrayal of Edward VIII, the Duke of Windsor, in the Netflix series The Crown acting opposite Claire Foy.[4] He also starred as Leopold I of Belgium in the ITV series Victoria (2016–2019) opposite Jenna Coleman. Other important roles include ones in Stephen Frears's A Very English Scandal (2018) alongside Hugh Grant and Ben Whishaw, and in Steve McQueen's Small Axe: Mangrove (2020) starring Letitia Wright.
- ^ Costa, Maddy (19 September 2007). "'I wanted to be Fred Astaire'". The Guardian. Retrieved 31 October 2015.
- ^ "Alex Jennings takes on Willy Wonka role". BBC News. 7 February 2014. Retrieved 31 October 2015.
- ^ Shenton, Mark (7 February 2014). "Bold casting choices and versatile actors". The Stage. Retrieved 31 October 2015.
- ^ Lawson, Richard (7 December 2017). "The Crown Season 2 Review: A Stately Soap Opera We Just Can't Resist". Vanity Fair.