Early Life and Education of Daniel Craig: A Complete Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: October 10, 2025

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Daniel Craig. From birth to education, explore key events.

Daniel Craig is a highly acclaimed English actor best known for his portrayal of James Bond in five films: Casino Royale, Quantum of Solace, Skyfall, Spectre, and No Time to Die. His tenure as Bond revitalized the franchise and solidified his international fame. Beyond Bond, Craig has starred in other notable films, showcasing his versatility and talent.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

1992: Marriage to Fiona Loudon

In 1992, Daniel Craig married actress Fiona Loudon; they had a daughter, Ella.

1992: Setting of Kings

The drama "Kings" starring Daniel Craig and Halle Berry is set during the 1992 Los Angeles riots.

1994: Divorce from Fiona Loudon

In 1994, Daniel Craig divorced actress Fiona Loudon.

1997: German Dubbing in Obsession

In 1997, Mark Strong provided the German dubbing for Daniel Craig's voice in Obsession when "German with an English accent" was required.

2004: End of Relationship with Heike Makatsch

In 2004, Daniel Craig's seven-year relationship with German actress Heike Makatsch ended.

2006: Graphic novel Cowboys & Aliens

In 2006, Scott Mitchell Rosenberg published the graphic novel Cowboys & Aliens on which the 2011 film starring Daniel Craig was based.

2007: Comic Relief Charity Fundraiser

In 2007, Daniel Craig participated in the United Kingdom's Comic Relief charity fundraiser with British Prime Minister Tony Blair, raising more than USD $90 million. Craig also made a cameo appearance as himself in a sketch with Catherine Tate for the BBC Red Nose Day 2007 fundraising programme.

2008: Supported Barack Obama

In 2008, Daniel Craig supported Barack Obama in the US presidential elections.

December 2009: Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS Fundraiser

On 8 December 2009, Daniel Craig participated in the Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS fundraising, raising $1,549,953 from curtain appeals at their hit Broadway drama, A Steady Rain.

December 2010: Relationship with Rachel Weisz

In December 2010, Daniel Craig began dating actress Rachel Weisz.

June 2011: Marriage to Rachel Weisz

On 22 June 2011, Daniel Craig married actress Rachel Weisz in a private ceremony in New York City.

2011: Collaboration for International Women's Day

In 2011, Daniel Craig collaborated with Dame Judi Dench to highlight gender inequality for International Women's Day.

2011: International Women's Day Short Film

In 2011, Daniel Craig starred in a short film narrated by Judi Dench, produced for International Women's Day.

2012: Comments on Politics and Politicians

In 2012, Daniel Craig expressed a dislike and distrust for politics and politicians in general, stating "Politicians are shitheads".

2012: Supported Barack Obama

In 2012, Daniel Craig supported Barack Obama in the US presidential elections.

2013: British and Irish Lions tour

In 2013, Daniel Craig travelled to Australia to watch the British and Irish Lions tour.

August 2014: Letter for Better Representation of Ethnic Minorities

In August 2014, Daniel Craig added his name to a letter to British broadcasters calling for better representation of ethnic minorities.

April 2015: United Nations Global Advocate

In April 2015, Daniel Craig was appointed the first global advocate for the elimination of mines and explosive hazards by the United Nations.

2015: Comic Relief: Behind the Bond

In 2015, Daniel Craig appeared in the film Comic Relief: Behind the Bond for the BBC Red Nose Day 2015 fundraising programme.

2016: Opposition to Brexit

In 2016, Daniel Craig was outspoken about his opposition to Brexit before the EU membership referendum and was pictured wearing a "Vote Remain" t-shirt.

January 2018: Purchase of House in Brooklyn

In January 2018, Daniel Craig purchased a house in Brooklyn, New York, for an amount in excess of $6 million.

September 2018: Birth of Daughter

It was reported on 1 September 2018 that Daniel Craig and Rachel Weisz's first child together, a daughter, had been born.

2019: American Citizenship

In 2019, Daniel Craig announced he had obtained American citizenship.

2019: UNMAS Safe Ground Campaign

In 2019, Daniel Craig appeared in a video with the Secretary-General of the United Nations, António Guterres, and launched the UNMAS Safe Ground campaign to turn minefields into playing fields.

September 2021: Honorary Commander in the Royal Navy

In September 2021, Daniel Craig was made an honorary Commander in the Royal Navy.

2022: Companion of the Order of St Michael and St George

In 2022, Daniel Craig was appointed Companion of the Order of St Michael and St George (CMG) in the New Year Honours for services to film and theatre.