Daniel Craig is a popular actor from England. He became famous for the role of the famous spy James Bond. But this is not Daniel's only film achievement. Filmography has a huge number of titles. And many projects have become successful.
Daniel Craig was born on March 2, 1968. Born in England. The actor's father managed to try himself in different areas. He worked as a sailor, and an engineer, and managed his own bar. Daniel's mom worked as a teacher. After a few years, the family broke up. The actor and his mother went to live in Liverpool. Sister Leah went with them.
Participation in performances and training
In the new city, Daniel's mother got a job at the Liverpool Theater. It was in this place that the future actor spent almost all his free time. He already knew from childhood that in the future he would conquer Hollywood. He began to participate in the performances while studying at school. Daniel didn't stay long in Liverpool. His mother got married, after which they moved to Wirral.
The talented guy did not study very well. He spent all his time on stage, performing in theatrical performances. In addition, he went in for sports. Was in the rugby team. At the age of 16, Daniel Craig went to casting at the National Youth Theater. He successfully auditioned and moved to England. But he began to receive roles far from immediately. To feed himself, he worked as a waiter and cleaned the premises.
The actor understood that it was difficult to break into the cinema without an appropriate education. Therefore, he tried several times to enter the drama school. The exams were successfully passed only the third time. The future actor received his diploma in 1991.
The first steps
He made his film debut while still studying. Daniel starred in the movie "The Power of Personality." He appeared before moviegoers in the guise of a military man. The actor skillfully played his role, thanks to which he was noticed by many directors. Invitations to the set began to come in one after another. But at first they offered exclusively episodic and secondary roles.
His filmography was replenished with such projects as "Love and Rage", "Elizabeth", "Love is the devil." For the first time, film critics started talking about the actor after 2000. The film "Voices" was released on the screens. Daniel appeared as a schizophrenic patient.
Successful projects
The conquest of Hollywood began with the film “Lara Croft. Tomb Raider”, in which Daniel starred with Angelina Jolie. Some time later, he got a role in the film "Road to Perdition". Both films became successful for the aspiring actor. He was finally noticed by famous directors.
Daniel's popularity increased several times after the release of another film about the adventures of an English spy. Critics and directors began to talk about the actor, his name was mentioned in newspapers, and photographs appeared on glossy covers. The movie "Casino Royale" starring Daniel Craig set a new record, becoming the highest grossing in history. At the same time, Daniel himself entered the list of the most expensive actors.
No less successful for Daniel was the role in the movie "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo." The actor appeared in the guise of a journalist. On the set, he worked with actress Rooney Mara, who skillfully got used to the image of Lisbeth Salander. Then there was the continuation of the Bond film, in which Daniel appeared in front of the audience with Monica Bellucci. Among the successful film projects, it is also worth highlighting such films as "Dream House" and "Logan's Luck". In the first motion picture, he appeared before the audience together with his wife Rachel Weisz.
The next role of a spy
Not so long ago it became known that Daniel Craig is going to play again in the form of an English agent. He will appear in the 25th James Bond film. For the actor himself, this film will be the fifth. Earlier, Daniel has repeatedly said that he does not intend to act as a spy anymore. However, over time, he changed his mind. According to journalists, the reason for this was a record fee. For his participation in the film, Daniel must receive more than $ 80 million. The actor himself did not confirm this news for a long time. However, over time, he nevertheless announced his participation in the anniversary film about Bond.
They spoke about Daniel's new role and criticism. According to them, in order to get the role of Bond, the actor will have to actively work out in the gym. Otherwise, being overweight will prevent him from acting as a spy.
Success in personal life
Daniel Craig's first lover was a colleague on the set, Heike Makatch. The acquaintance took place while working on the film "Obsession". After months of relationship, the couple decided to live together. However, the civil marriage lasted only 7 years. Cold feelings became the reason for parting.
After a while, Daniel met with Harley Loudon. A year later, the wedding took place, and after a while a daughter was born, who was named Ella. Daniel lived in a relationship with the actress for 2 years. However, it was subsequently decided to part. The girl and her child left for England.
The next chosen one was Satsuki Mitchell. Daniel met the producer during the filming of the movie "Jacket". The romantic relationship lasted until 2010. At the present stage, Daniel is in a relationship with actress Rachel Weisz, whom he met during the filming of the movie "Dream House". The wedding took place in 2011. The wedding ceremony was attended by Daniel's daughter and Rachel's son. After a while, the actress gave birth to a daughter.
Recently, more and more rumors have arisen that the relationship of famous actors is on the verge of divorce. The couple decided to part ways for a while. The reason for this, according to journalists, was the success of Rachel Weisz, her busy schedule. She began acting in films almost non-stop. The matter has not yet reached the divorce proceedings, and fans have hope that the relationship between the actors will be restored.
