Michael Sheen

Michael Sheen is best known for film roles in OTEHELLO, BRIGHT YOUNG THINGS, UNDERWORLD, THE DEAL, LAWS OF ATTRACTION, DIRTY FILTHY LOVE, KINGDOM OF HEAVEN, THE QUEEN, BLOOD DIAMOND, FANTABULOSA, THE DAMNED UNITED and FROST/NIXON. Before his film career, Sheen made a name for himself on London’s West End where he performed for almost a decade in his leading role in Amadeus, as well as roles in Look Back in Anger and Caligula. Upcoming projects include a starring role in Stephanie Meyer’s film adaption of NEW MOON and sequel to THE QUEEN, SPECIAL RELATIONSHIP, reprising his role as Tony Blair. In 2007, he received two BAFTA nominations for his performance in THE QUEEN and FANTABULOSA and in 2008, The Variety Award at the 11th British Independent Film Awards. This year, Sheen was appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in the 2009 New Year Honours.