Rory Kinnear, a talented English actor and playwright, has made a significant impact in the world of theatre and film. Born on February 17, 1978, he has had the privilege of working with esteemed institutions such as the Royal Shakespeare Company and the Royal National Theatre.
Kinnear is perhaps most notable for his portrayal of Bill Tanner in the James Bond film franchise, appearing in Quantum of Solace, Skyfall, and Spectre. He holds the distinction of being the youngest actor to take on the role of Bill Tanner. In addition to his film work, Kinnear has also made a name for himself in the world of video games, lending his voice to various Bond franchise titles.
Kinnear's impressive theatre credits include a Laurence Olivier Award for his performance as Fopling Flutter in the 2008 production of The Man of Mode. He also received a British Independent Film Award for his role in the 2012 film Broken. Furthermore, in 2014, he won the Olivier Award for Best Actor for his captivating portrayal of Shakespeare's iconic villain, Iago, in the National Theatre's production of Othello.