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Age of James McAvoy, Bio, Net Worth 2023, Children

Age of James McAvoy, Bio, Net Worth 2023, Children

Facts of James McAvoy

Full Name:James McAvoy
Birth Date:April 21, 1979
Age:45 years
Gender:Male
Profession:Actor
Country:scotland
Horoscope:Taurus
Height: 5 feet 6 inches (1.68m)
WifeAnne-Marie Duff (m. 2006–2016)
Net Worth17 million
Eye ColorHazel
Hair ColorLight Brown
Birth PlaceGlasgow
StatusSingle
NationalityScottish
EthnicityEnglish
EducationSt Thomas Aquinas Secondary School, Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama
FatherElizabeth
MotherJames McAvoy, Sr
SiblingsJoy McAvoy, Donald
KidsJames McAvoy
Instagram James McAvoy Instagram
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Scottish actor James McAvoy is well-known for his roles in Atonement, The Last King of Scotland, and the X-Men series. Also, the actor received critical acclaim for his role in M. Night Shyamalan’s Split, in which he reprised his role in the sequel Glass.

Early Life of James McAvoy

Born on the 21st of April 1979 as the son of parents Elizabeth (mother) and James McAvoy, Sr (father). McAvoy’s birthplace is Glasgow, Scotland with the birth sign Taurus. His father was a bus driver and his mother was a nurse before her demise in 2018. Having Scottish nationality, he belongs to the English ethnicity.

James McAvoy with his sister Joy
Caption: James McAvoy with his sister Joy (Photo: Twitter)

When he was eleven, his parents had a divorce and sent him to live with his maternal grandparents. In the Drumchapel area, Glasgow, his grandparents raised him. James has a siblings’ sister Joy McAvoy who is an actress and a singer. Also, he has a stepbrother named Donald.

Education of the Actor

James enrolled at St Thomas Aquinas Secondary School located in Jordanhill, Glasgow. He considered becoming a priest when he was a student in this Catholic school. The actor McAvoy thought the priesthood was the best way of exploring the world as a missionary.

His dream ended when David Hayman visited his class for a talk. Then Hayman installed in him the desire to become an actor. Also, he served at a local bakery when he was still a student. Then James joined the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama. He graduated in the year 2000.

Father of Son; Divorce with Wife Anne

Actor James met Anne-Marie Duff while filming episodes for the television series, Shameless. In the series, she was acting as his love interest on the show. Soon after actress Duff became James’ girlfriend outside the set of the show. The couple thrived and culminated relationship changed into marriage.

James McAvoy with his ex-wife Ann in an award show
Caption: James McAvoy with his ex-wife Ann in an award show (Photo: Daily Express)

McAvoy exchanged the wedding vows with his wife Anne-Marie Duff on the 11th of November 2006. After his marriage to Anne, he became the father of a son named James McAvoy. The former couple’s son was born in the year 2010. After living together for more than 10 years, problems arise in their married life.

James McAvoy with his son Brendan
Caption: James McAvoy with his son Brendan (Photo: Glamour Path)

James and his wife Duff announced that they had jointly decided to get a divorce. On the 13th of May 2016, the couple officially divorced and it was unexpected, the couple split amicably. After the divorce also, they still share a property in North London and have a friendly relationship. James is currently single after their divorce but has romance on screen only.

What is the Net Worth of James McAvoy?

Actor McAvoy has еаrnеd worth thrоugh hіѕ іmрессаblе асtіng іn оvеr 38 mоvіеѕ аnd tеlеvіѕіоn ѕеrіеѕ. James McAvoy has a net worth of 17 million as of 2022. His highest career point came with the film Wanted at the 2008 box office collected $341 million against a budget of $75 million budget.

James McAvoy clicking selfie with his car
Caption: James McAvoy clicking selfie with his car (Photo: Instagram)

Also, he wаѕ thе fасе оf Рrаdа in 2014 and had signed аn еndоrѕеmеnt dеаl wіth thеm аѕ wеll аѕ wіth СоvеrGіrl соѕmеtісѕ. James has earned worth from the ads. The actor McAvoy оwnѕ ѕеvеrаl rеѕtаurаntѕ, а Fооtbаll tеаm аnd hаѕ lаunсhеd а vоdkа brаnd. Reportedly, he owns a £178,000 apartment in North London. Then he has the center of Glasgow and drives a £1,000 ten-year-old Nissan Micra.

Height of James McAvoy

The 41-years-old James has a slim body figure and stands at a height of 5 feet 5 inches. While his body weighs around 67 kg. He has light blonde hair color with hazel eyes color.

Career Highlights

  • At the age of 15, McAvoy made his film debut in ‘The Near Room’ where he played a minor role.
  • The actor James came to popularity after his role in ‘Bollywood Queen’ a British Indian remake of ‘Romeo and Juliet.
  • He played a lead role in the movie. Then he has appeared on several TV shows & his most significant work on TV was in the British adult comedy-drama ‘Shameless’ where he played one of the main roles.
Actor James clicking selfie
Caption: Actor James clicking selfie (Photo: Instagram)
  • Also, the series won a ‘British Academy Television Award’ for Best Drama series.
  • Then he featured in several significant plays such as ‘Three Days of Rain’.
  • He gained prominence for his role in three films of the X-Men series where he played Professor Charles Xavier, a mutant with the ability to read and control minds.
Actor McAvoy posing for the photo
Caption: Actor McAvoy posing for the photo (Photo: Pinterest)
  • James appeared in the American spy thriller ‘Atomic Blonde’ in a lead role.
  • Also, he is well-known for his charitable works and is involved with the British Red Cross as well.

FAQs of James McAvoy

Who is James McAvoy?

He is a Scottish actor. James McAvoy is well-known for his roles in Atonement, The Last King of Scotland, and the X-Men series. Also, the actor received critical acclaim for his role in M. Night Shyamalan’s Split, in which he reprised his role in the sequel Glass.

When was James McAvoy born?

Born on the 21st of April 1979 as the son of parents Elizabeth (mother) and James McAvoy, Sr (father). McAvoy’s birthplace is Glasgow, Scotland with the birth sign Taurus. His father was a bus driver and his mother was a nurse before her demise in 2018.

Is James McAvoy a Scottish?

Yes, he has Scottish nationality, and he belongs to the English ethnicity.