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Matthew Macfadyen

Matthew Macfadyen is an English stage and screen actor born on 17 October 1974.

Updated July 30, 20261 min readCited sources

Matthew Macfadyen is an English actor best known for playing Mr Darcy in *Pride & Prejudice* (2005) and Tom Wambsgans in *Succession* (2018–2023).

What it is

Matthew Macfadyen (born 17 October 1974 in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk) is a stage and screen actor. He began his career in theatre and television, notably in *Spooks* / *MI-5*, before gaining international fame.

Key details

Macfadyen's breakthrough came as Mr Darcy in Joe Wright's *Pride & Prejudice* (2005). His role as Tom Wambsgans in *Succession* earned him two Primetime Emmy Awards, two BAFTA TV Awards, and a Golden Globe Award. He married actress Keeley Hawes in 2004; they have two children.

Why it matters

Macfadyen's work in *Succession* and *Pride & Prejudice* has reached Canadian audiences through widely distributed international releases. His awards highlight a career spanning theatre, television, and film.

In short

  • Born in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, in 1974.
  • Known for Mr Darcy in *Pride & Prejudice* and Tom Wambsgans in *Succession*.
  • Won two Emmys, two BAFTAs, and a Golden Globe for *Succession*.
  • Married to actress Keeley Hawes since 2004.
Canadian angle

Matthew Macfadyen is best known to Canadian audiences through widely distributed international television and film releases, especially *Succession* and *Pride & Prejudice*.

Quick questions

Who is Matthew Macfadyen?
An English actor known for *Pride & Prejudice* (2005) and *Succession* (2018–2023).
What is Matthew Macfadyen known for?
Playing Mr Darcy in *Pride & Prejudice* and Tom Wambsgans in *Succession*.
Who is Matthew Macfadyen's wife?
Actress Keeley Hawes, married in 2004.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matthew_Macfadyen
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, nationality, major roles, awards, and marriage information.
  2. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/biography/Matthew-Macfadyen
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, career overview, *Pride & Prejudice* and *Succession* roles.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0532193/
    Supports: Marriage to Keeley Hawes, meeting on *Spooks*, and career summary.