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Sir Derek George Jacobi CBE ( / ˈdʒækəbi /; born 22 October 1938) is an English actor. Jacobi is known for his work at the Royal National Theatre and for his film and television roles. He has received numerous accolades including a BAFTA Award, two Olivier Awards, two Primetime Emmy Awards, two Screen Actors Guild Awards, and a Tony Award.
Apr 25, 2024 · Derek Jacobi, English actor whose shy, self-effacing private demeanor belied his forceful, commanding stage presence. He was especially known for his Shakespearean roles, though he also earned praise for his film and television work. Learn more about Jacobi’s life and career.
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Derek Jacobi. Actor: Gosford Park. Preeminent British classical actor of the first post-Olivier generation, Derek Jacobi was knighted in 1994 for his services to the theatre, and, in fact, is only the second to enjoy the honor of holding TWO knighthoods, Danish and English (Olivier was the other).
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Sir Derek George Jacobi CBE ( / ˈdʒækəbi /; born 22 October 1938) is an English actor. Jacobi is known for his work at the Royal National Theatre and for his film and television roles. He has received numerous accolades including a BAFTA Award, two Olivier Awards, two Primetime Emmy Awards, two Screen Actors Guild Awards, and a Tony Award.
I was dreading you asking me what I think of Dominic Cummings,” says Sir Derek Jacobi.The prime minister’s former special adviser is in the news the day we speak, dishing the dirt on his ...
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Biography. Sir Derek George Jacobi CBE (born 22 October 1938) is an English actor. Jacobi is known for his work at the Royal National Theatre and for his film and television roles. He has received numerous accolades including a BAFTA Award, two Olivier Awards, two Primetime Emmy Awards, two Screen Actors Guild Awards, and a Tony Award.
Aug 4, 2021 · BY Nicola Venning. 4th Aug 2021 Celebrities. The lively legend of stage and screen, Sir Derek Jacobi, opens up about the beginnings of his career, the meaningless of awards and meeting his now husband, Richard Clifford. Sir Derek Jacobi is feeling a bit chipper.
