Aidan Gillen, a renowned Irish actor, is well-known for his roles in various films, including Game of Thrones (2011), The Dark Knight Rises (2012), and Queer as Folk (1999). He also has upcoming projects such as The Ulysses Project and Mayor of Kingstown. Gillen has also showcased his talent on stage in productions like Juno and the Paycock (1989), Drama at Inish (1992), and Faith Healer (2020).

Quick Facts

Real NameAidan Gillen
Nick NameAidan
Date Of BirthApril 24, 1968
Age55 years old
BirthplaceDrumcondra, Dublin, Ireland
NationalityIrish
ProfessionActor
Height5 feet 9 inches
Weight68 kg
Hair ColorGrey
Eye colorBlue
Net Worth$8 million

Aidan Gillen’s Age & Early Life

Aidan Gillen was born on April 24, 1968, as Aidan Murphy in Drumcondra, Dublin, Ireland. His mother, Katie, worked as a nurse, and although his father’s identity remains unknown, he was an architect. Gillen has Irish ancestry and three siblings, including an elder brother named John Paul Murphy, an older sister, actress Fionnuala Murphy, and a teacher Patricia Murphy. He attended St. Vincent’s C.B.S. based on his academic performance.

Aidan Gillen Height & Weight

Aidan Gillen stands at a height of 5 feet 9 inches and weighs 68 kg. He has blue eyes and grey hair. Gillen maintains his physique through various workouts such as barbell squats, push-ups, pull-ups, and dips.

Aidan Gillen

Aidan Gillen’s Net Worth

How much is Aidan Gillen’s net worth? His estimated net worth is around $8 million as of February 2024, although his annual income is undisclosed.

Career

Aidan Gillen started his acting career in 1985 and continues to be active in the industry. He made his debut in the short film ‘The Drip’ and has been part of various successful movies and television series.

  • In 2003, he appeared in Shanghai Knights and in 2009, 12 Rounds.
  • He was in The Good Man in 2012 and Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials in 2015.
  • He will feature in the upcoming Maze Runner: The Death Cure in 2018, and in Rose in 2019.
  • In 2021, he starred in Those Who Wish Me Dead.

He is also well-known for his roles in television series such as The Wire, Queer as Folk, Kin, Project Blue Book, Identity, Peaky Blinders, and Game of Thrones.

Aidan Gillen Wife & Marriage

Who is Aidan Gillen’s wife? Although Gillen is divorced, he is currently in a relationship with Camille O’Sullivan, a performer. They publicly announced their relationship in November 2015.

Previously, Gillen was married to Olivia O’Flanagan on July 7, 2001. The details of their relationship and divorce remain undisclosed. They have two children, Berry Murphy, born in 1997, and Joe Murphy, born in 2000.