Hugh Bonneville
Hugh Bonneville (Hugh Richard Bonniwell Williams) was born on November 10th, 1963 and is currently 61 years old. Hugh Bonneville was born in Paddington, London, England. Bonneville attended Corpus Christi College, Cambridge where he received a Bachelor of Arts degree. Bonneville also studied at the Webber Douglas Academy of Dramatic Art.
Hugh Bonneville is an English actor popularly known for playing Robert Crawley in the historical drama series
Downton Abbey. His performance on the show earned him nominations for two Primetime Emmy Awards, a Golden Globe Award, and three Screen Actors Guild Awards. Bonneville has also appeared in popular films like
Iris,
Notting Hill,
Paddington, and
The Monuments Men.
Reading Bonneville’s book
Playing Under the Piano is an absolute delight. It feels like you’re sitting down with Bonneville himself as he narrates his life story. His journey hasn’t always been cozy, but the book exudes a feel-good vibe.
Bonneville shares behind-the-scenes glimpses of life at the National Theatre and the Royal Shakespeare Company, the challenges of American TV auditions, and the struggles of being an actor. Right from the start, Bonneville is clear about how tough the early stages of an acting career can be, affirming the idea that hard work doesn’t always pay off and that setbacks are a routine part of the job.
What makes this book unique is Bonneville’s warm and chatty storytelling style. He shares funny and interesting encounters with famous people like Raquel Welch, Bill Murray, and several British actors, including Iain Glen and Alan Rickman.
Other highlights of the book include Bonneville’s reflections on the
Paddington and
Downton Abbey movies. These sections are filled with behind-the-scenes glimpses, and from the storytelling itself, it’s clear that Bonneville truly enjoyed these experiences.
The book balances humor with deeply personal moments. Bonneville shares sad stories from his life, such as the deaths of his mother and older brother, as well as his father’s battle with dementia. Yet overall, he maintains a tone full of life and laughter. Many other stories are funny, often told in his dry and self-deprecating style.
The book’s title,
Playing Under the Piano, comes from a story early in the book that sets the stage for this honest and often laugh-out-loud memoir. By the end, Bonneville reflects on his father’s final days in a style that will leave readers shedding tears.
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Hugh Bonneville: F.A.Q
When was Hugh Bonneville Born? How old is Hugh Bonneville?
Hugh Bonneville was born on November 10th, 1963. Hugh Bonneville is currently 61 years old.
Where was Hugh Bonneville Born?
Hugh Bonneville was born in Paddington, London, England and is English.
What was the first book Hugh Bonneville wrote?
The first book written by Hugh Bonneville was Playing Under the Piano, published in 2022.
What was the most recent book Hugh Bonneville wrote?
His most recently released work was Playing Under the Piano on October 13th, 2022.
What is the most popular book by Hugh Bonneville?
Based on the number of readers on Book Notification, the most popular Hugh Bonneville book is
Playing Under the Piano. Here are his most popular books:
- Playing Under the Piano (8)
Are there upcoming new books by Hugh Bonneville?
Hugh Bonneville does not have any upcoming books with a set publication date within the next few months at this time.
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How many books has Hugh Bonneville written?
Hugh Bonneville has written 1 book. All of his books are Non-Fiction Books.