Birth Place: London, ENGLAND
Alfred Molina is a British actor with an impressive career on stage, television, and film. Born in London in 1953, Molina grew up in a working-class family and began his acting career in the 1970s. He attended the Guildhall School of Music and Drama and started his professional career in theater.
Molina's Broadway debut was in 1998, when he played the role of Yvan in the Tony Award-winning play "Art" by Yasmina Reza. He received critical acclaim for his performance and was nominated for a Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play. Molina returned to Broadway in 2004 to star in the revival of the classic play "Fiddler on the Roof," playing the role of Tevye. His performance was once again well-received, and he earned a Tony Award nomination for Best Actor in a Musical.
Molina has also made a name for himself in film and television. He has appeared in over 100 films, including "Raiders of the Lost Ark," "Spider-Man 2," and "Chocolat." He received critical acclaim for his role as Diego Rivera in the 2002 film "Frida" and was nominated for a Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture. Molina has also had success on television, appearing in shows like "Law & Order: LA," "Feud: Bette and Joan," and "Angie Tribeca."
In addition to his work in theater, film, and television, Molina has also lent his talents to voice acting. He has voiced characters in animated films such as "Rango," "Monsters University," and "Frozen 2." Molina has also done voice work for video games, including "Spider-Man 2" and "The Da Vinci Code."
Molina's talent and versatility have earned him numerous awards and nominations throughout his career. In addition to his Tony Award nominations, he has been nominated for a BAFTA Award, a Primetime Emmy Award, and a Golden Globe Award. He was also awarded the OBE (Officer of the Order of the British Empire) in 2017 for his services to drama.
Despite his success, Molina remains humble about his work. In an interview with The Guardian, he said, "I'm just a jobbing actor. I'm not a star. I'm not a celebrity. I'm not a personality. I'm just somebody who works in the business." He also credits his success to his upbringing, saying, "I come from a background where hard work is valued, where you don't get something for nothing. You have to work hard for it."
Molina's dedication to his craft and his ability to bring depth and authenticity to his roles have made him a respected and beloved figure in the entertainment industry. Whether he's playing a comedic character in a television show or a dramatic role in a film, Molina's performances are always memorable and impactful. His contributions to Broadway, in particular, have solidified his place as one of the great stage actors of his generation.
Alfred Molina, Red
Alred Molina, Red
Alfred Molina, Red
Alfred Molina, Fiddler on the Roof
Alfred Molina, Fiddler on the Roof
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Alfred Molina, Art
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Alfred Molina, Art / Ivanov
Alfred Molina, Molly Sweeney
Alfred MolinaSpeed-the-Plow
Alfred Molina, Oklahoma!
Alfred Molina has appeared on Broadway in 4 shows.
Alfred Molina has appeared on London's West End in 3 shows.
Alfred Molina's first West End show was Oklahoma! which opened in 1980
Alfred Molina has been nominated for several awards throughout his career, including Outstanding Actor in a Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "Red," Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for "Red," Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for "Red," Outstanding Actor - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Fiddler on the Roof," Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Fiddler on the Roof," Outstanding Featured Actor - Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "Art," Special Awards at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Art," Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play at the Tony Awards for "Art," Outstanding Featured Actor - Play at the Drama Desk Awards for "Art / Ivanov," Performance at the Theatre World Awards for "Molly Sweeney," Comedy Performance of the Year at the Olivier Awards for "Speed-the-Plow," and Most Promising Newcomer of the Year in Theatre at the Olivier Awards for "Oklahoma!"
Alfred Molina has won several awards, including the Distinguished Performance Award from the Drama League Awards for "Red," Outstanding Actor - Musical from the Drama Desk Awards for "Fiddler on the Roof," Outstanding Featured Actor - Play from the Drama Desk Awards for "Art," Special Awards from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for "Art," and Performance from the Theatre World Awards for "Molly Sweeney."
Alfred Molina's next show will be Uncle Vanya which opens on 4/24/2024 on Broadway.
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