Early Life and Education of Gary Oldman: A Complete Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Gary Oldman. A timeline of key moments.

Gary Oldman is a highly acclaimed English actor and filmmaker celebrated for his versatility and intense acting style. He has received numerous prestigious awards, including an Academy Award and multiple British Academy Film Awards. Oldman's films have collectively grossed over $11 billion worldwide, establishing him as one of the highest-grossing actors in cinematic history.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Legacy & Impact

1987: Marriage to Lesley Manville.

In 1987, Gary Oldman married English actress Lesley Manville, marking the beginning of their brief marriage.

1989: Separation from Lesley Manville.

In 1989, Gary Oldman and Lesley Manville separated just three months after the birth of their son, Alfie.

1990: Marriage to Uma Thurman.

In 1990, Gary Oldman married American actress Uma Thurman, marking the beginning of their marriage.

1992: Divorce from Uma Thurman.

In 1992, Gary Oldman and Uma Thurman divorced, ending their marriage.

1994: Engagement to Isabella Rossellini.

In 1994, Gary Oldman became engaged to Italian actress and model Isabella Rossellini, who was his co-star in Immortal Beloved.

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1994: Checks himself into rehab.

In 1994, Gary Oldman checked himself into rehab to address his issues with alcoholism.

1995: Remarks on musical inclination.

In 1995, during an interview with Charlie Rose, Gary Oldman expressed his preference for being a musician over an actor and showcased his musical talent by singing on the Sid and Nancy soundtrack.

1996: End of engagement with Isabella Rossellini.

In 1996, Gary Oldman's engagement to Isabella Rossellini ended, and they never married.

1997: Sober since 1997.

Gary Oldman has been sober since 1997, attributing his success to attending Alcoholics Anonymous meetings, highlighting his triumph over alcoholism.

1997: Marriage to Donya Fiorentino and birth of Gulliver Oldman.

In 1997, Gary Oldman married American model Donya Fiorentino and they had a son named Gulliver.

1999: Birth of Charlie Oldman.

In 1999, Gary Oldman and Donya Fiorentino had their second son, Charlie.

2001: Acknowledges alcoholism in an interview.

In 2001, Gary Oldman acknowledged his problems with alcohol and identified himself as a recovering alcoholic during an interview with Charlie Rose.

2007: Gary Oldman's private life.

In 2007, Gary Oldman stated that he prioritizes having dinner at home every night with his children, reflecting his preference for a private life away from Hollywood parties.

December 2008: Marriage to Alexandra Edenborough

In December 2008, Gary Oldman married English singer and actress Alexandra Edenborough in Santa Barbara, California.

2012: Selected for Sgt. Pepper's Album Cover Recreation.

In 2012, Gary Oldman was selected by artist Sir Peter Blake as one of the British cultural icons to appear in a new version of The Beatles' Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band album cover, celebrating British cultural figures.

2014: Describes himself as libertarian.

In 2014, Gary Oldman described himself as a libertarian, indicating his political stance.

January 2015: Alexandra Edenborough files for divorce

In January 2015, Alexandra Edenborough filed for divorce from Gary Oldman.

September 2015: Divorce Finalized

In September 2015, Gary Oldman's divorce from Alexandra Edenborough was finalized.

2015: Book Deal for Blood Riders series.

In 2015, Gary Oldman and his manager, Douglas Urbanski, signed a deal with Simon & Schuster/Atria Publishing Group label Emily Bestler Books for a vampire book series called Blood Riders.

2016: Tribute to David Bowie at the Brit Awards.

In 2016, Gary Oldman paid tribute to David Bowie at the Brit Awards in London and accepted the Brits "Icon Award" on behalf of the singer and his family.

August 2017: Marriage to Gisele Schmidt

In August 2017, Gary Oldman married writer and art curator Gisele Schmidt in a private ceremony at the home of his manager, Douglas Urbanski.

2017: Defense from David Fincher

In 2017, following controversial statements made by Oldman, director David Fincher told Playboy, "I know him very well... Gary's not cruel. He's an incredibly thoughtful guy."

2018: Gulliver defends Oldman.

In 2018, Gulliver Oldman defended his father, Gary Oldman, against his mother Donya Fiorentino's past allegations of abuse, condemning her lies and the media's perpetuation of the story.

2018: Lesley Manville on good terms with Oldman.

In 2018, Lesley Manville commented that she and Gary Oldman are on good terms, highlighting their amicable relationship post-divorce.

2021: Living in Palm Springs, California

As of 2021, Gary Oldman and Gisele Schmidt live in Palm Springs, California.

November 2022: Hinted at Retirement

In November 2022, Gary Oldman hinted that he intended to retire from acting once the Apple TV+ series Slow Horses ended, marking his first lead role in a television series.

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