History of Ralph Fiennes in Timeline

Ralph Fiennes is a highly acclaimed English actor, producer, and director. Known for his versatile performances, he has garnered numerous awards, including a British Academy Film Award and a Tony Award. He has also received multiple nominations for prestigious awards such as the Academy Awards, Golden Globe Awards, and Primetime Emmy Award, solidifying his position as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1953: Operation Ajax

In 1953, Operation Ajax, a joint MI6-CIA military coup that overthrew democracy in Iran was carried out.

1993: Death of Norman Darbyshire

In 1993, Norman Darbyshire, the MI6 agent Ralph Fiennes played in 'Coup 53', passed away.

1993: Married Alex Kingston

In 1993, Ralph Fiennes married English actress Alex Kingston, after dating for ten years.

1997: Divorced Alex Kingston

In 1997, Ralph Fiennes and Alex Kingston divorced following his affair with Francesca Annis.

2002: '28 Days Later' Released

In 2002, the film '28 Days Later' was released.

February 2006: Separated from Francesca Annis

On February 7, 2006, Ralph Fiennes and Francesca Annis separated after 11 years together, amidst rumors of his affair with Cornelia Crisan.

2007: Involved in Scandal on Qantas Flight

In 2007, Ralph Fiennes was involved in a scandal after engaging in sexual activity with a Qantas flight attendant on a flight from Darwin to Mumbai, leading to the flight attendant's termination.

2015: Starred in 'A Bigger Splash'

In 2015, Ralph Fiennes starred in Luca Guadagnino's thriller 'A Bigger Splash' alongside Dakota Johnson and Tilda Swinton.

2016: Appeared in 'Hail, Caesar!' and Voiced Raiden in 'Kubo and the Two Strings'

In 2016, Ralph Fiennes appeared in the Coen brothers' comedy film 'Hail, Caesar!', playing Laurence Laurentz, and voiced Raiden the Moon King in the animated film 'Kubo and the Two Strings'.

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2016: Opposed Brexit

In 2016, following the EU membership referendum, Ralph Fiennes voiced his opposition to the UK leaving the European Union (Brexit).

September 2017: Granted Serbian Citizenship

On September 7, 2017, Ralph Fiennes was granted Serbian citizenship by Serbian Prime Minister Ana Brnabić.

2017: Voiced Alfred Pennyworth in 'The Lego Batman Movie'

In 2017, Ralph Fiennes voiced the character Alfred Pennyworth in 'The Lego Batman Movie'.

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2018: Directed and Starred in 'The White Crow', received award at Tokyo International Film Festival

In 2018, Ralph Fiennes directed and starred in 'The White Crow', a biographical drama about Rudolf Nureyev, and received the Special Achievement Award at the Tokyo International Film Festival for his direction of the film 'The White Crow'.

2019: Played Norman Darbyshire in 'Coup 53'

In 2019, Ralph Fiennes played MI6 agent Norman Darbyshire in Taghi Amirani's documentary 'Coup 53', which explored the 1953 Operation Ajax.

2020: Voiced a tiger in 'Dolittle' and Appeared in 'Beat the Devil'

In 2020, Ralph Fiennes voiced a tiger in the film 'Dolittle' and appeared in the monologue play 'Beat the Devil' at the Bridge Theatre in London.

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March 2021: Voiced Support for J. K. Rowling

In March 2021, Ralph Fiennes voiced his support for J. K. Rowling following backlash against her views on transgender people, criticizing the vitriol and irrationality directed at her.

2021: Starred in 'The Dig', 'The King's Man', and 'No Time to Die'

In 2021, Ralph Fiennes starred in 'The Dig' as Basil Brown, and also appeared in 'The King's Man' and 'No Time to Die'.

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2021: Starred in 'Straight Line Crazy' at the Bridge Theatre

In 2021, Ralph Fiennes starred in David Hare's play 'Straight Line Crazy' at the Bridge Theatre in London, playing Robert Moses and receiving rave reviews.

2022: Starred in 'The Menu' and collaborated with Sophie Fiennes on 'Four Quartets'

In 2022, Ralph Fiennes starred in 'The Menu' as chef Julian Slowik, receiving a Golden Globe nomination, and collaborated with Sophie Fiennes on a film version of T. S. Eliot's poem 'Four Quartets'.

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2023: Reunited with Wes Anderson in 'The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar and Three More' and Starred as Macbeth

In 2023, Ralph Fiennes reunited with Wes Anderson in 'The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar and Three More' and starred as Macbeth in Simon Godwin's touring production in the UK.

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