Popular actor Idris Elba became successful thanks to his roles in such film projects as "Prometheus", "Luther" and "Thor". His filmography includes over 70 titles. For his masterful play he was repeatedly awarded numerous film awards. And there is nothing strange in the fact that the actor's biography is interesting to many movie lovers.
Idrissa Akuna Elba is the full name of a famous man. The popular actor was born almost at the very beginning of September 1972. His parents moved to England from Ghana. They were not associated with cinema. My father worked at the Ford automobile plant, and my mother worked in the office. From an early age, the boy showed musical talents. Therefore, he began to work part-time with his uncle, who was a DJ. Over time, he began to perform independently in nightclubs.
When he turned 16, he opened his own music studio. He was engaged in organizing performances of novice musicians. There was a constant lack of money, so Idris worked part-time. He worked in advertising agencies, calling potential clients, worked in a car repair shop. I even managed to get a job at the "Ford" company. He worked at the factory mainly at night.
After receiving secondary education, he went on an internship at a youth musical theater. At first, he did not even think about becoming an actor. But over time, the craving for cinema outweighed all other hobbies.
First career successes
The conquest of Hollywood began with television. He has appeared in several episodes of serials such as The Secrets of Ruth Rendell and Dr. Eleanor Bromwell. Then there was a minor role in the film series "Danger Zone". The audience was able to see the actor in the guise of an expert.
Idris Elba did not lose hope of getting the main role. He regularly attended screenings. But at first I heard only refusals at the auditions. Then there was a move to New York, where almost immediately got a role in the play "Troilus and Cressida".
A little time passed, and the first main role was received. The actor was already 35 years old at that time. He appeared before the audience in the popular thriller "28 Weeks Later", playing General Stone.
Successful projects
After the first success, several cameo and secondary roles followed. But Idris Elba appeared mainly in popular films. For example, you can see him in the film "Rock and Roll". Then again there was the main role in the movie "Obsession". Although the project did not become a hit, Idris Elba's performance did not cause any complaints from anyone. Beyoncé and Amy Larter also starred in the film.
The real popularity of the actor came after the release of the television series "Luther". Idris Elba got the main role, appearing in front of TV viewers in the form of a detective. The masterful game was highly appreciated. Idris Elba received a Golden Globe.
No less successful was the secondary role in the films "Thor", "Thor 2" and "Thor. Ragnarok ". Got the role of Heimdall. The first part was a breakthrough in Idris's career. He began to be invited to popular film projects. The talented actor starred in such films as "Pacific Rim", "Prometheus", "The Avengers. Age of Ultron "," Star Trek. Infinity".
Among the latest works, the film "The Dark Tower" should be singled out. Such movie stars as Daniel Craig and Javier Bardem claimed the role of the main positive character. But Idris Elba confidently passed them on the screening. After a while, before his fans, he appeared in the form of Roland.
For a long time, there were rumors that Idris Elba was to become the next James Bond. However, the actor decided to refuse this role. According to him, he is too old for an English spy. As a result, Daniel Craig appeared in the image of 007.
Voiceover and documentary project
Many colleagues and directors have repeatedly noted the pleasant voice of Idris Elba. Thanks to this, the actor was invited to voice the characters of animated films. His voice can be heard in projects such as Zootopia, The Jungle Book, Finding Dory.
Idris Elba also starred in a documentary multi-part project called "The Fighter". During the year, he had to intensively visit the gym, study martial arts, in order to enter the ring against a professional athlete in the final series.
Off-set success
The personal life of Idris Elba is interesting to many. He has been married several times. The first wife is Dormove Sherman. They began to live together in 1997. However, the relationship fell apart after the birth of the child. The girl stayed with her mother. However, Idris always finds time to visit her daughter.
The second wife is Kim Elba. The marriage fell apart even faster than with Dormov. Then there was a short relationship with Sonya Hamlin and K. Michelle. He then tried to build a relationship with Nayana Garth. The girl worked as a makeup artist. After a while, a child was born. The boy was named Winston. And after a few years, the relationship fell apart.
For a long time, the personal life of Idris Elba was kept secret. However, not so long ago it became known about the affair with Sabrina Dore. Together they have already appeared at several social events. It is known that the girl is 16 years younger than the actor.
Idris explains the reason for so many unsuccessful relations by the fact that he has to travel a lot to different cities and countries. This is what his acting career demands. He himself was used to such a life. He lives mainly in hotels, although he has his own apartment in London and a mansion in Atlanta.
