Dominic West

Dominic West is an English actor, director and producer known for television roles including Jimmy McNulty in The Wire and Noah Solloway in The Affair.

Dominic West is an English actor, director and producer known for television roles including Jimmy McNulty in The Wire and Noah Solloway in The Affair. He has also portrayed Charles, Prince of Wales, in The Crown and has appeared in film, stage and other television productions.

Early life and education

Dominic West was born in Sheffield, England, on 15 October 1969. Available biographical sources identify him as Dominic Gerard Francis Eagleton West and note his later training for a career in acting.

Acting career

West became widely known for The Wire, and later took major television roles in The Affair and The Crown. His work spans British and American television as well as film and stage performances.

Awards and recognition

West has received major television recognition, including a BAFTA Television Award for Appropriate Adult. He has also been nominated for Golden Globe Awards and a Primetime Emmy Award for later roles.

Selected filmography

His film credits include Chicago (2002), 300 (2006), John Carter (2012), Colette (2018) and Tomb Raider (2018). He has also appeared in series such as Stateless, The Pursuit of Love and Brassic.