Jeremy Irons celebrates 78th birthday and career milestones

Actor Jeremy Irons, born on the Isle of Wight, is celebrating his 78th birthday and reflecting on a career spanning over five decades. He has achieved the ‘triple crown of acting,’ winning an Oscar, a Tony, and multiple Emmys.

His career breakthroughs include roles in ‘Brideshead Revisited’ and ‘The French Lieutenant’s Woman.’ He won an Academy Award for his portrayal of Claus von Bülow in ‘Reversal of Fortune.’ Beyond live-action, he is widely recognized for providing the voice of Scar in Disney’s ‘The Lion King.’ Other notable roles include playing Pope Alexander VI in ‘Borgia,’ Alfred Pennyworth in the ‘Batman’ films, and Adrian Veidt in ‘Watchmen.’

Personally, Irons has been married to Irish actress Sinéad Cusack since 1978. The couple has two sons, Sam and Max, both of whom have pursued acting careers.