Age, Biography, and Wiki
Timothy Spall was born in Battersea, London, to Joseph L. Spall, a postal worker, and Sylvia R. (Leonard), a hairdresser. He began his journey in acting at a young age, joining the National Youth Theatre and later attending the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA). Spall's career took off when he joined the Royal Shakespeare Company in 1979 and appeared in several plays, including "The Merry Wives of Windsor" and "Cymbeline".
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| Date of Birth | 27 February 1957 |
| Age | 68 Years |
| Birth Place | London, England |
| Horoscope | Pisces |
| Country | England |
Height, Weight & Measurements
There is no specific information available about Timothy Spall's height, weight, or measurements in the provided sources. However, he is often described as a slightly paunched British actor.
Having been a portly man for much of his career, Spall resolved to slim down for his role in 2015's The Enfield Haunting and, through his efforts, shed a notable amount of weight.
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Dating & Relationship Status
Timothy Spall married Shane Spall in 1981, and they have three children together. The couple has been together for over four decades.
His mother, Sylvia R. (née Leonard), was a hairdresser, and his father, Joseph L. Spall, was a postal worker. Spall attended Battersea County Comprehensive School. At that time, he was planning on going to art school or joining the army. Spall's ambitions turned towards acting when he was 16, after appearing in a school play as the lion in the Wizard of Oz: "I was up there on stage being funny, and people laughed. I wanted to do it again and again." He trained at the National Youth Theatre, and at RADA, graduating in 1978, after being awarded the Bancroft Gold Medal as the most promising actor in his year.
He is the owner of a Dutch barge, in which he and his wife sailed around the British Isles; their voyage formed a BBC Four TV series Timothy Spall: ...at Sea.
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Net Worth and Salary
As of recent estimates, Timothy Spall's net worth is approximately $4 million. His earnings are primarily from his extensive acting career in film and television.
Career, Business, and Investments
Spall's career spans numerous roles in film, television, and theater. He is best known for his collaborations with Mike Leigh, appearing in six of his films, including "Life is Sweet" and "Secrets & Lies". He also played Peter Pettigrew in the Harry Potter series and Winston Churchill in "The King's Speech." Spall won the Best Actor award at the 2014 Cannes Film Festival for his role in "Mr. Turner". His work in both leading and supporting roles has contributed significantly to his net worth.
Spall initially made his mark in theatre performing in productions for Birmingham Rep, including the UK premier of Arnold Wesker's The Merchant, and, later, the Royal Shakespeare Company, including The Merry Wives of Windsor, Three Sisters, Nicholas Nickleby and The Knight of the Burning Pestle. At The National Theatre Spall played the Dauphin in George Bernard Shaw's St Joan.
Social Network
There is no detailed information available about Timothy Spall's social media presence in the provided sources. However, he is not typically known for being highly active on social media platforms.
Education
Timothy Spall attended the National Youth Theatre and later studied at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA), where he portrayed the title roles in "Macbeth" and "Othello". His early education and training set the stage for his successful acting career.
Overall, Timothy Spall's career has been marked by versatility and critical acclaim, with contributions to both British theater and international film industries. His net worth reflects his enduring presence in the entertainment world.
In 1996, Spall was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia, but has since been in remission. He has said of his illness: "I didn't know what made me ill but stress had something to do with it and the point is now to head off stress at the pass. It made me aware of things and become more selective. I am less worried about employment. I really do my homework so I am not getting stressed on the set because I don't know what I'm doing."
