Brian Cox
Scottish actor
1946 — present
Quick Facts
Profession
Scottish actor
Born
June 1, 1946
Age
~80 years
Name Origin
English
Timeline
actor, stage actor, film director
United KingdomBorn in Dundee
1946
Born in Dundee (1946-06-01)
1998
AwardLucille Lortel Award for Outstanding Lead Actor
2001
AwardPrimetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Miniseries or a Movie
2001
AwardPrimetime Emmy Award
2007
AwardDen Spillende Faun
2008
AwardSitges Film Festival Best Actor award
About
Brian Denis Cox is a Scottish actor. A classically trained Shakespearean actor, he is known for his work on stage and screen. His numerous accolades include two Laurence Olivier Awards, a Primetime Emmy Award, and a Golden Globe Award as well as two nominations for a British Academy Television Award. In the 2003 New Year Honours, he was appointed to the Order of the British Empire at the rank of Commander.
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Who is Brian Cox?+
Brian Denis Cox is a Scottish actor. A classically trained Shakespearean actor, he is known for his work on stage and screen. His numerous accolades include two Laurence Olivier Awards, a Primetime Emmy Award, and a Golden Globe Award as well as two nominations for a British Academy Television Award
What does the name Brian mean?+
The name Brian means "A male given name from Irish.. Etymology: Brian. Brendan.". It is of English origin.
When was Brian Cox born?+
Brian Cox was born on June 1, 1946.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Irish.. Etymology: Brian. Brendan.
The name Brian is of English origin, meaning "A male given name from Irish.. Etymology: Brian. Brendan.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Brian — June 1, 1946
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Gemini
Curious, adaptable, communicative
Air · Mercury · May 21 – Jun 20
Chinese Zodiac
Dog
Loyal, honest, kind
Fire · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
4 Oc
Dog — loyalty, guidance, faith
Celtic Tree
Hawthorn
Curious, adaptable, natural performer
Ogham: Huath · May 13 – Jun 9
Birthstone: Pearl — Purity, innocence
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