Dominic West

Dominic West, an English actor, director, and musician, has built an illustrious career in both film and television. His versatility has been showcased in roles ranging from the hard-edged Detective Jimmy McNulty in HBO's "The Wire" to the tormented Noah Solloway in Showtime's "The Affair." This breadth of character portrayals extends to his recent work as Guy Dexter in "Downton Abbey: A New Era," and as Charles, Prince of Wales in the Netflix drama "The Crown."

In addition to his screen roles, West has also been active in the world of theatre, further demonstrating his wide-ranging talents. His directorial abilities have been exercised in television, most notably with the episode "Took" of "The Wire." His contributions extend beyond acting and directing, as he has also participated in advertising campaigns and charity work. Currently, he is playing the role of Dr. Chris Cox in the Sky One series "Brassic." West's educational background includes Eton College, Trinity College Dublin, where he studied English literature, and the Guildhall School of Music and Drama.

West's body of work has earned him recognition in the form of nominations for Golden Globe Awards and a Primetime Emmy Award. His roles in series like "The Wire" and "The Affair" have not only reached critical success but also showcased his ability to deliver compelling performances across a variety of genres.

West's debut in the acting world was in the 1998 BBC medical drama "Out of Hours," and he has since appeared in films such as "Chicago," "Mona Lisa Smile," "300," "John Carter," "Pride," and "Tomb Raider."