Daniel Craig: British Actor Biography
Full Name: Daniel Wroughton Craig
Date of Birth: March 2, 1968
Place of Birth: Chester, Cheshire, England
Nationality: British
Profession: Actor, Producer
Height: 5 feet 10 inches (1.78 m)
Early Life and Education
Daniel Craig was born to Carol Olivia, an art teacher, and Timothy John Wroughton Craig, a merchant seaman turned pub owner. He was raised in Liverpool and later in Wirral, Merseyside.
Craig developed a passion for acting at a young age, performing in school plays and local theater. At 16, he moved to London to join
National Youth Theatre, the and later trained at the prestigious Guildhall School of Music and Drama, graduating in 1991.
Family
Daniel Craig was first married to actress Fiona Loudon (1992–1994), and they had one daughter, Ella Craig.
In 2011, he married actress Rachel Weisz. The couple maintains a private life and welcomed a daughter in 2018, whose name they have kept out of the public eye.
Career
Early Roles
Craig began his career in British television and independent films. Notable early performances include:
Our Friends in the North (1996)
Elizabeth (1998)
The Trenches (1999)
The Road to Perdition (2002)
Layer Cake (2004) – a breakout role that paved the way for James Bond
James Bond Era
In 2005, Daniel Craig was announced as the sixth official James Bond, a casting choice that initially sparked controversy. However, his portrayal in Casino Royale (2006) earned critical and fan acclaim for bringing grit and emotional depth to the iconic role.
He went on to star in five Bond films:
Casino Royale (2006)
Quantum of Solace (2008)
Skyfall (2012)
Spectre (2015)
No Time to Die (2021)
His Bond tenure is credited with revitalizing the franchise and modernizing the character.
Other Notable Films
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2011)
Logan's Lucky (2017)
Knives Out (2019) and its sequel Glass Onion (2022)
Net Worth
As of 2024, Daniel Craig's net worth is estimated at around $160 million . His earnings include salaries from the Bond films and his Netflix deal for the Knives Out sequels, reportedly worth over $100 million.
Awards and Honours
BAFTA Award Nomination – Casino Royale
Critics' Choice Award – Knives Out (nomination)
Evening Standard British Film Award
Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame – 2021
Appointed CMG (Companion of the Order of St Michael and St George) in 2022, mirroring Bond's fictional title
Legacy
Daniel Craig is known for his intensity, authenticity, and transformative performances . From indie dramas to spy thrillers, he remains one of the most respected and influential actors of his generation.
