Name: Dominic West
Date of Birth: 15 October 1969 Was one of seven children - five girls, two boys - born to George and Moya West - his parents divorced in 1996. His father owned a plastics-manufacturing plant and his mother was a homemaker who loved the theatre. Began appearing in community theatre at age 9. Once spent four months as a cattle herder in Argentina in 1988 trying to be "different." Afterwards he enrolled at Dublin's Trinity College, graduating in 1993 with a B.A. in English literature. Graduated from Guildhall School of Music and Drama in 1995. ... Attended Eton College, Berkshire -- the same school as Prince Harry Windsor and Prince William Windsor. When he was in his first year, he boldly asked the Head of Drama for a part in the school play. The teacher was so amused that he cast him as the prostitute. Is of Irish descent. Read more Dominic West movies (actor)Dominic West tv shows (actor)User Comments |
