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Born 4th January 1996 in Le Mans (France) to a British mother and a French father. She moved to the UK at the age of 17 to study English Language and Literature at the University of Leeds (2013-2016). After directing and appearing in various stage productions there, she started to pursue a career in acting and moved to London after graduating.- Actress
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Samantha Barks was born in Laxey, Isle of Man (British Isles) in 1990. She is a British actress best known for the role of Éponine in Les Misérables. In 2008, Samantha competed in I'd Do Anything in which she was one of the finalists in a search for a new, unknown lead to play Nancy in a West End revival of the British musical Oliver!. After the program, Samantha became a theater actress in West End, where she received many accolades for her performances. But her big shot was in 2011, when she won the legendary role of Éponine in the film adaptation of Les Misérables, which was also her first movie.- Actor
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Matt Passmore was born on 24 December 1973 in Wynnum-Manly, Queensland, Australia. He is an actor and producer, known for The Glades (2010), Satisfaction (2014) and Jigsaw (2017). He has been married to Natalia Cigliuti since 3 January 2016. He was previously married to Jacqui Passmore.- Actor
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Jamie Alexander Blackley is a British actor. He is known for his role as Adam Wilde in the film If I Stay. Blackley was born in Douglas, Isle of Man, and was raised in London, England, with his father Martin, mother Marina, and older sister Holly-Anna. His first major appearance was as Hanschen in the London stage production of Spring Awakening. Blackley had a small role as Iain in the fairy tale/action-adventure movie Snow White and the Huntsman (2012), but some of his most prominent film roles include Mark in the thriller Uwantme2killhim? (2013), Sigurdur Thordarson in the thriller The Fifth Estate (2013), and Adam Wilde in the romantic drama If I Stay (2014). He played Freddie Hamilton in The Halcyon.- Joseph William Locke, known as Joe Locke, is a Manx actor. He is known for his lead role as Charlie Spring in the Netflix teen series Heartstopper (2022), for which he received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Lead Performance at the Children's and Family Emmy Awards.
Joseph William Locke grew up in Douglas, Isle of Man.
In April 2021, it was announced Locke would star as lead character Charlie Spring in his debut television role in the 2022 Netflix coming-of-age series Heartstopper (2022), an adaptation of the webcomic and graphic novel of the same name by Alice Oseman. He was chosen out of 10,000 other potential actors who were up for the role through an open casting call. While Locke was 17 at the time of the filming, his role has him playing a 14-15 year old student in an English boys' grammar school.
In November 2022, it was announced that Locke had been cast in Marvel Studios' WandaVision (2021) spin-off television series Agatha All Along (2024) for Disney+. - Actress
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Amy Jackson is a British actress who began her acting career in India.
Amy became a household name after movies such as 'I', 'Singh is Bling' and '2.0'.
Jackson landed her first Hollywood role as Saturn Girl in season 3 of The CW's superhero series Supergirl (2017) and can be next seen in Guy Ritchie's upcoming spy thriller opposite Jason Statham (2021)- Actor
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If you were to try and summarize Barry Gibb's forty-five year career in the music industry in a single phrase you would probably come up with something such as "versatile". Barry Gibb continues to remain an important, relevant figure in the music industry due to his willingness to adapt his music, his style and his image into whatever musical styling is at the fore. What makes the story of Barry Gibb so unique is that he has had a successful musical career of over forty years, continually restyling both the image and the music of the Bee Gees in order to remain relevant to the contemporary era. Barry has gone from being the front man of the soft rock/pop styling of the Bee Gees in the 1960s, to bringing the disco scene to the fore in the 70s, becoming a crooner in the 80s and reinventing his career yet again in the 1990s, as the Bee Gees enjoyed yet another reinvigoration, as their new albums and hit "One Night Only" tour proved that the music of the Bee Gees was timeless. Lasting over forty years, the Bee Gees are one of the longest running musical acts of all-time, and Barry's longevity can be attributed in part to the timelessness of his songs about unrequited love, soul-mates, people finding courage in times of dismay and above all, celebrating the short time we have on this earth.
Barry's story begins on the 1st of September 1946, where he was born the second of five children to parents Barbara and Hugh Gibb. In the early 1960s Barry, and his twin brothers, Maurice and Robin, formed pop group The Bee Gees, named in tribute to two people who helped launch their career, racetrack promoter Bill Goode and a DJ named Bill Gates. It was later changed to an acronym for the Brothers Gibb.
Barry and his family emigrated to Australia shortly after the birth of youngest sibling Andy, and the Gibbs performed anywhere and everywhere they could, in order to raise some pocket money. After securing a spot performing on local television shows, they were eventually signed for a record label in 1963. From the outset Barry was the primary creative force behind the music of the Bee Gees, penning the majority of their hit songs in the 1960s as well as countless other songs for other artists. In the 1970s the was a drastic change to the dynamics of the music industry, which saw singers from previous eras struggle to remain relevant. Barry helped pave the way for the Bee Gees most memorable decade, as he came up with the idea of performing in their now trademark falsetto's, as well as helping to launch the career of his youngest sibling, Andy Gibb. Barry became a mentor to the young Andy, guiding him in his initial foray into the music industry, by penning the majority of his hit singles.
The 1980s saw Barry struggle to remain relevant to the music industry, as the onset of the electro-funk styling of bands such as INXS saw the Bee Gees labeled as "uncool". Barry refused to be swayed by the Bee Gees dwindling record sales, and continued to record as both part of the Bee Gees, while also making his mark as a songwriter for other artists, penning memorable hit songs for artists as diverse as Kenny Rogers, Diana Ross and Olivia Newton-John. In 1988 Barry was heartbroken when brother Andy Gibb succumbed to years of substance abuse, and died at the age of 30. Just months before in was decided that Andy would be joining the Bee Gees as the fourth member, and Andy's death took a toll on Barry for the remainder of that decade, and his musical creativity diminished.
While Barry continues to record in the early 90s, it wasn't until 1997 that the Bee Gees returned to the fore, with the critically hailed "Still Waters" album. In late 1997 Barry, Robin and Maurice performed the legendary "One Night Only" concert at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States, and the DVD recording of the concert has gone on to become the highest selling music DVD in Australian history, remaining on the ARIA DVD chart for over ten years.
In 2003 Maurice Gibb died of a cardiac arrest because of a congenital birth defect, bringing to a close the forty year career of The Bee Gees. However, Barry continues to remain in the public eye, as he has become more politically active, as he has generated controversy for his staunch criticism of the Schappelle Corby trial and lack of copyright protection for sound recordings in the UK. Few singers can boast having a number one record in five consecutive decades as Barry can, and with artists such as Faith No More, Wyclef Jean and Ronan Keating covering Barry's songs, Barry's timeless lyrics continue to reach out to a new generation of listeners.- Actor
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Tony came from a theatrical background. His father was a leading musical actor and mother a concert soprano. He started singing/ dance classes, auditioning and he started his theatrical career. His film and TV career started in the early 60s. In the 70s, he returned to Australia where he still plays the lead in both mediums. Tony recently received and Order of Australia Medal (AM) for services to the arts, and gained a lifetime achievement award at the Warner Brothers Studio on the Gold Coast in 2016.- Actor
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Maurice Gibb was born on 22 December 1949 in Douglas, Isle of Man, UK. He was an actor and composer, known for Saturday Night Fever (1977), Ready Player One (2018) and Virtuosity (1995). He was married to Yvonne Gibb and Lulu. He died on 12 January 2003 in Miami Beach, Florida, USA.- Actress
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Ellie Gall was born on 5 May 1996 in Manly, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. She is an actress, known for Stargate Origins: Catherine (2018), Puberty Blues (2012) and A Place to Call Home (2013).- Actor
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Robin Gibb was born in 1949 on the Isle of Man, about half an hour before his twin brother Maurice. His parents, Barbara and Hugh, were both musical. Barbara sang and Hugh was a drummer and bandleader. Robin had four siblings - an older sister and brother, Lesley and Barry, twin Maurice and younger brother Andy. The family moved for some time to Manchester, England before emigrating to Australia in 1958.
During their childhood, Robin, Maurice and Barry began performing together. They played under various band names, but finally settled on The Bee Gees. It was in Australia that the band first tasted success, topping the charts there in 1965 with 'Spicks and Specks'. In 1966 they relocated back to the UK and landed a recording contract with Polydor. Chart success followed in the UK and USA.
In the late 60s, tensions arose in the band, and Robin briefly left to pursue a solo career, but the group reunited and continued having success, including switching to a more disco sound. In 1977, The Bee Gees wrote and produced five songs for the soundtrack of Saturday Night Fever (1977). The film was a smash and the soundtrack album went on to become one of the biggest selling of all time, elevating The Bee Gees to superstar group status.
Robin and the group also became known for penning hit records for other artists including Barbra Streisand, Diana Ross, Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers. The band continued writing and performing into the 1990s, but disbanded officially in 2003 when Maurice Gibb died suddenly at 53. Robin continued to write and perform solo material, and became involved in charity work in support of British troops. In 2011 it was announced that he was suffering with cancer. After a brave battle with the disease and other health problems, Robin Gibb passed away on May 20th 2012.- Dursley McLinden was educated at Douglas High School and joined London's Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts. A talented actor, singer and dancer, over the following years he would appear in numerous productions in Britain and abroad, including Annie, Robert and Elizabeth, Damn Yankees, Gigi, The Threepenny Opera, Macbeth, The Crucifer of Blood, To Kill a Mocking Bird and Follies. He was also involved in West End Cares, the theatre arm of the AIDS charity Crusaid.
He was still performing until ten weeks before his death from AIDS in 1995. His final production was The Phantom of the Opera. - Composer
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- Actor
Aside from Barrington's Film and Television work, his work in theatre is renowned. He wrote scores for several West End plays including Made in Bangkok by Anthony Minghella, After the Fall by Arthur Miller and recently The Graduate by Terry Johnson.
He wrote over 52 commissioned scores for ballet and dance companies in Britain and Europe, conducting and recording several of them including the popular works Run Like Thunder and Rite Elektrik both choreographed by Tom Jobe. He completed the score for the live show Wheel of Life which is performed by the kung-fu Shaolin Monks from China, and directed by Micha Bergese.
He also collaborated with Revolution Software to write the music for the interactive computer games Broken Sword I, Broken Sword II and In Cold Blood.
Barrington kept up his passion for live performance and conducted the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra at London's Royal Festival Hall. This event was to celebrate The Best Of British Film Composers for which he was asked to contribute.
Orchestras Conducted include:
The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
City of London Chamber Orchestra in Bath
The National Symphony Orchestra at the Royal Festival Hall
Royal Opera House Orchestra at Covent Garden
The London Metropolitan Orchestra at the Royal Festival Hall
San Francisco Ancient Music Academy in Los Angeles
Orchestra of St. John's Smith Square
Gottenburg Opera Orchestra
Saddlers Wells Royal Ballet Orchestra
Royal Scottish Ballet Orchestra
Koln Opera House Orchestra
Juilliard School of Music in New York
The Orchestra of the London Contemporary Dance Theatre.- Actor
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Dakota was born in a small town in Northern Alberta, he now resides in Edmonton, Alberta. He has been acting from age eighteen and has worked with such people as Graham Greene, Tom Jackson, David Duchovny from X-Files and many others who Dakota credits for his learning and knowledge in the film industry. This young man has also traveled Canada extensively, doing workshops in acting and facilitating motivation, empowerment and self-esteem workshops as well as public appearances. Dakota has written one children's book called Dancers in the sky and is currently writing his second. He has just finished filming the 5th 'North of 60' movie that will be airing in the early months of 2004.- Actress
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Hilary Pritchard was born on 16 April 1942 in Isle of Man, UK. She was an actress and costume designer, known for The Thief and the Cobbler (1993), Department S (1969) and The Avengers (1961). She died on 29 July 1996 in Isle of Man, UK.- Stephen Bent was born in 1952 in the Isle of Man. He is an actor, known for Les Misérables (2012), Mean Machine (2001) and Emmerdale Farm (1972). He has been married to Drina Pavlovic since 1984.
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Hélène Rollès was born on 20 December 1966 in Le Mans, France. She is an actress, known for Love in Paris (2011), Exit (2000) and Hélène et les garçons (1992).- Bruno Lochet was born on 18 October 1959 in Le Mans, France. He is an actor, known for Three Dancing Slaves (2004), Dante 01 (2008) and Summer of 85 (2020).
- Nikki Diamond was born on 15 March 1965 in Isle of Man, UK. She is an actress, known for A Deeper Love (2007), Drop the Dead Donkey (1990) and Gladiators (1992).
- John Bott was born on 28 March 1923 in Douglas, Isle of Man, UK. He was an actor, known for Orlando (1992), A Question of Guilt (1980) and United! (1965). He died on 3 May 1994 in Washington, USA.
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Marian McKnight was born on 19 December 1936 in Manning, South Carolina, USA. She is an actress and producer, known for Jack and the Beanstalk (1967), 77 Sunset Strip (1958) and Woman's Story (2000). She has been married to Gary Conway since 21 December 1958. They have two children.- Actor
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60 year old actor born in the Isle of Man. Son of actor John Bott, began professional career in 1976 at Frinton Summer Theatre and from there graduated to touring, rep and fringe productions all over the UK, culminating in membership of the National Theatre and Royal Shakespeare Company.
Most recently, seen in leading role of 'Superintendent Desmond Noakes' for 15 episodes of BBC's 'Doctors' in a story leading up to their historic 3,000th episode.- Actor
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Bassist for the iconic rock band band INXS.
Garry "Gary" Beers was born to Bill and Lola Beers in Sydney. He has 1 sister, Kerry.
Garry married the love of his life, Jourdan, in September 2007. Together they have girl/boy twins, Isla Katherine Beers and August James Beers born in 2011. The couple also have 2 dogs, Evie and Millie.
INXS were one of the world's biggest and most successful bands with sales beyond 40 million. They won many international awards and were nominated for Grammy awards on numerous occasions. INXS were voted best Live band in many polls over the years and Garry is always mentioned as an outstanding bassplayer and, with drummer Jon Farriss, part of one of the best rhythm sections ever. INXS toured right up to the end of 2012 where it announced a hiatus from live performance.
Garry has worked on many Australian artists' albums over the years, most notably Jimmy Barnes, Richard Clapton, Wendy Matthews, Jenny Morris, Bonic, and Michael Peter. He also formed the Australian Supergroup Absent Friends with Wendy Matthews, Sean Kelly, and other notable musicians and recorded an album produced by Beers and Kelly that was number one in Australia and won Aria Awards.
He also designed and built one of the world's premier recording studios, Mangrove Recording Studios, on the Central Coast of Australia as used by bands such as Silverchair, Eskimo Joe, Kasey Chambers, and Something for Kate.
INXS were involved with the very successful hit TV show Rockstar INXS produced by Mark Burnett.
Since moving to Los Angeles, Garry has concentrated on songwriting collaborations with various artists including artists such as Scott Weiland, Mike Krompass, Jimmy Khoury, Michael Jarvis, Jennifer Paige and Steve Sidelnyk among others.
Garry enjoys cooking, traveling, rugby- both League and Union- and golf. He loves living in Los Angeles and he and his wife are active in their community, volunteering for several animal rescue organizations.
In 2015 Garry formed a new "supergroup" called Stadium, an international lineup with band members associated with many world famous groups. The band includes Ciaran Gribbin on vocals who joined Garry in INXS as the band's lead singer back in 2011. Stadium plans to record a debut record and tour extensively through 2016 and beyond.- Editorial Department
Lee Wimer was born in Manly, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. She is known for I Am Legend (2007), Watchmen (2009) and Hypnotic (2023).- Michael Kingma was born on 9 August 1979 in Manly, Australia. He is an actor, known for Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith (2005).