Aaron McCusker
Shameless, The Astronaut Wives ClubBorn in Portadown, County Armagh, Ireland, Aaron McCusker began acting as part of a local drama collective known as The Phoenix Players before making his television debut in the British crime drama made-for-TV movie "Murder" (2002). In 2003 McCusker made his film debut in "The Ticking Man" (2003), playing the role of Jack in the short film. After 2003, McCusker mostly worked in television. IN 2005 he appeared in an episode of "The Rotters' Club" (BBC 2005), a 4-part adaptation of the Jonathan Coe novel set in the 1970s. In 2007, McCusker was cast in the British television series "Shameless" (Channel 4, 2004-2013), as Jamie Maguire. In 2013 he appeared in two episodes of the American series "Dexter" (Showtime, 2006-2013). Following his work on "Shameless" McCusker continued to pursue television projects while re-entering the world of film, appearing in the Irish movie "Shooting for Socrates" (2014), and the short film "Loss" (2014). In 2015 McCusker was cast in the series "Fortitude" (Sky Atlantic 2015- ), a British psychological thriller. He also appeared in American TV series "The Astronaut Wives Club" (ABC, 2015-) and guested in an episode of American crime series "Castle" (ABC, 2009-2016). In 2018 McCusker appeared in the Queen biopic "Bohemian Rhapsody" (2018), as Jim Hutton, Freddie Mercury's life partner.- ShamelessAlice Barry (born 1951) is an English actress. Her first regular television role was playing Peggy Hargreaves in Clocking Off. She regularly appeared in Peter Kay's Phoenix Nights and Bob & Rose, and has had minor roles in Linda Green and The Royal. She has more recently appeared in Shameless as Lillian Tyler, and advertisements for Nutrigrain cake bars. On 9 April 2007 she appeared as a neighbour in Coronation Street, On 3 April 2008 she appeared on The Paul O'Grady Show alongside fellow Shameless star Sean Gilder, who portrayed Paddy Maguire. In October 2013, she reappeared in Coronation Street as Mary Ann Galloway, the fortune teller who made Hayley Cropper's (Julie Hesmondhalgh) dream of visiting the Tower Ballroom, Blackpool come true, even though it was closed for maintenance.
- Shameless, WWII in HD, SmithAmy Smart, an American actress and former fashion model, has built a successful career in the entertainment industry with her versatile acting skills and captivating screen presence. Born on March 26, 1976, in Topanga Canyon, California, Smart was drawn to ballet at an early age, which sparked her interest in performing arts. Her journey into the world of acting began with a minor role in the film A & P in 1996. However, it was her breakout role in the 1999 movie Varsity Blues that catapulted her into the limelight. Known for her ability to take on a wide range of roles, Smart has showcased her talent in both television and film. She's been featured in notable movies such as Road Trip, The Butterfly Effect, and Just Friends, demonstrating her versatility as an actress. On the small screen, Amy Smart made a significant impact with her performance in the series Felicity, where she portrayed the character Ruby. Her other notable television appearances include Scrubs and Shameless. Despite her success in the entertainment industry, Smart has continually demonstrated a commitment to environmental causes. She co-founded the Environmental Media Association's Young Hollywood Board, an organization dedicated to raising environmental awareness among young people. Moreover, she has also worked with Heal the Bay, an environmental nonprofit focused on maintaining clean coastal waters and watersheds in Southern California.
- Shameless, The Virgin Queen, Doctor ZhivagoBorn in London to Irish immigrant parents, Anne-Marie Duff didn't consider acting until her mid-teens. She attended London's Drama Centre, which helped her cultivate a career on the stage, appearing in "King Lear" and "War and Peace" while still a student. Duff's first big break came when she was cast as eldest child Fiona McBride on somewhat controversial British sitcom "Shameless" (Channel 4 2004-13). She landed an even bigger role portraying Queen Elizabeth I in the lavish television drama "The Virgin Queen" (BBC 2006). Duff made her way to the big screen in the suburban drama "Notes on a Scandal" (2006), the 1980s period piece "Is Anybody There?" opposite Michael Caine (2008), and the John Lennon biopic "Nowhere Boy" (2009), in which she played the teenage Lennon's estranged mother Julia. In 2013, Duff made her Broadway debut starring in "Macbeth" as Lady MacBeth opposite Ethan Hawke.
- Mr Selfridge, The Syndicate, SirensAmy Beth Hayes is a Welsh actress who appeared in "Mr. Selfridge," "Three Little Birds," and "Eva."
- Shameless, Red Riding, SurvivorsAnthony Flanagan (born 1972) is an English actor most widely known for his portrayal of policeman Tony in Channel 4's comedy-drama series Shameless.
- Doc Martin, Any Time Now, Over The Rainbow (UK)Angeline Ball (born 28 June 1968) is an Irish actor and singer who resides in London, England. She is known for her roles as Imelda Quirke in Alan Parker's The Commitments (1991) and as Tina in John Boorman's The General. She has appeared in various films and television series both in the UK and in America. She is also an accomplished stage actor.
- ShamelessAt the age of nine, actor Cameron Monaghan made his television feature debut as Winthrop Paroo, the cute-as-a-button Iowa boy who bonds with Professor Harold Hill (Matthew Broderick) in the 2003 version of "The Music Man" (ABC). For many young actors, such a sweet role might set the path for their future careers, but Monaghan bucked the trend by tackling some truly offbeat young characters - from the manic Chad on "Malcolm in the Middle" (Fox, 2000-06) to a fifth-grade oddball and bully on "Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide" (Nickelodeon, 2004-07). His star-making turn as Ian Gallagher on "Shameless" (Showtime, 2011- ) was a more mature and complex version of those roles; a gay teen who hid his sexuality behind an aggressive and combative exterior, Monaghan won praise for his thoughtful and often daring performance, which was roundly considered worthy of Emmy consideration by television critics. The positive reviews and solid work seemed to indicate that Monaghan was well on his way to an even richer career in features and on television.
- Shameless, MagnoliaChristopher Paul Bisson (born 21 July 1975) is a British actor of Indian Trinidadian and British descent best known for portraying the roles of Vikram Desai in Coronation Street (1999–2002), Kash Karib in Shameless (2004–07, 2009), and for his current role as Jai Sharma in Emmerdale (since 2009).
- Shameless, Emmerdale, The BillCiaran Griffiths is an English actor who appeared in "Casualty," "Coronation Street," and "EastEnders (UK)."
- Shameless, Sex, Chips & Rock n' RollWhile attending high school in England, David Threlfall was encouraged by two separate teachers to try his hand at stage acting. After graduation he quickly enrolled at the Manchester Metropolitan School of Theatre, and thus a passion was born. Some of the plays Threlfall appeared in during this time include the dramas "The Sons of Light" and "A&R," both produced by the prestigious Royal Shakespeare Company in London. By the late 1970s, however, Threlfall began appearing in television dramas such as "Here I Stand" and "BBC2 Playhouse," as well as the 1982 mini-series "The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby." Throughout the 1980s, Threlfall appeared almost exclusively in British TV shows and made-for-TV movies, including the drama "Objects of Affection," the comedy "Lenny Henry Tonite," and the 1983 television adaptation of Shakespeare's "King Lear," in which he starred alongside the legendary Laurence Olivier. He received rave reviews for his role as Prince Charles in the 1993 made-for-TV movie "Diana: Her True Story," and followed that up by playing another historical role, this time as Charles' father, Prince Phillip, in 2005's "The Queen's Sister." In 2004, he landed his most notable role as Frank Gallagher, the patriarch of a dysfunctional family in a fictional working-class neighborhood of Manchester, England, on the British comedic drama "Shameless."
- The Lakes, Micawber, Soldier SoldierJane Annabelle Apsion (born 17 September 1960 in Hammersmith, London) is an English actress, best known for playing Monica Gallagher in the hit television comedy-drama Shameless, Joy Wilton in Soldier Soldier and Violet Buckle in Call the Midwife.
Dean Lennox Kelly
Shameless, The Worst Week of My Life, CranfordDean Lennox Kelly is an English actor who appeared in "Tom Jones," "MaryLand," and "Jamestown."Elliott Tittensor
ShamelessElliott John Tittensor (born 3 November 1989) is an English actor, best known for his role of Carl Gallagher in the Channel 4 show Shameless.- Shameless, Snoops, A Will of Their OwnBorn in Manhattan, New York City on September 12, 1986, Emmy Rossum was raised by her single mother, Cheryl Rossum, a corporate photographer. She honed her skills at the Metropolitan Opera Children's Chorus at the young age of seven and performed in over twenty operas in six different languages - an early testament to her extraordinary talent. Rossum's acting career took a meteoric rise when she starred as Fiona Gallagher in the critically acclaimed television series Shameless. Her performance, characterized by its raw authenticity and emotional depth, earned her widespread praise and recognition. In the realm of cinema, her portrayal of Christine Daaé in the film adaptation of Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera was equally noteworthy. Her performance not only showcased her acting prowess, but also brought her musical talent into the limelight, earning her a Golden Globe nomination. Aside from her acting career, Rossum has also made significant strides in music. She released her debut album, Inside Out, which showcased her songwriting skills and unique vocal style. Her second album, Sentimental Journey, was a collection of covers of classic songs, further proving her versatility as a performer. A staunch advocate for animal rights and youth mentorship, Emmy Rossum's career is a testament to her diverse talents and commitment to making a difference both on and off the screen.
Gerard Kearns
Shameless, Red RidingGerard Kearns is an actor who appeared in "Looking For Eric," "The Last Kingdom," and "The Mark of Cain."Ben Batt
Ben Batt is an actor.- Shameless, Brookside, The Forsyte SagaGillian Louise Kearney (born 9 May 1972 in Liverpool) is an English actress best known for her early role as Debbie McGrath in Channel 4's Liverpool-based soap opera Brookside and the spin-off mini-series Damon and Debbie, and for playing Jessica Harrison in the long-running BBC television medical drama series Casualty, as well as Emma Barton in the ITV Yorkshire-based soap opera Emmerdale. The role of Emma Barton gained her a lot of recognition due to her being involved in Emmerdale’s most high profile storylines during her three year stint.
- Shameless, Queer as Folk, DCI BanksJack Deam is an English actor who appeared in "The Long Shadow," "The Young Poisoner's Handbook," and "DCI Banks."
- Band of Brothers, Shameless, Frank Herbert's Children of DuneJames McAvoy, a Scottish-born actor, has become an influential figure in the international film industry through his distinctive performances across various genres. Born on April 21, 1979, in Glasgow, Scotland, McAvoy made his acting debut at the age of 15. Despite facing challenging circumstances in his early life, he found solace and purpose in the world of drama and performing arts, which eventually shaped his professional career. McAvoy's breakthrough role came with the British TV series Shameless, where his portrayal of Steve McBride garnered critical acclaim. However, the role that catapulted him into global stardom was that of Professor Charles Xavier in the X-Men series. His ability to seamlessly blend into diverse roles - from romantic leads like Robbie Turner in Atonement, to action heroes in Wanted, and complex characters in psychological thrillers such as Split - demonstrates his wide-ranging acting prowess. In addition to his on-screen success, McAvoy is also recognized for his stage work. He received rave reviews for his performance in Macbeth at London's Trafalgar Studios, showcasing his versatility as an actor. His significant contributions to the field of entertainment have been honored with several awards, including a BAFTA for Best Actor for his role in Atonement. Off-screen, McAvoy is known for his philanthropic efforts, particularly his support for British charities that focus on children's health and education. With a career spanning over two decades, James McAvoy continues to captivate audiences worldwide with his performances.
- Shameless, Max & Ruby, WaysideJoan Cusack, an American actress, was born on October 11, 1962, in New York City. Her parents were Dick Cusack, an advertising executive, actor, and writer, and Ann Paula "Nancy" (née Carolan), a math teacher. The Cusack family is Irish-American and Catholic. Joan is the second of five children, and her siblings Ann, Bill, John, and Susie have also pursued careers in the entertainment industry. Joan's early life was spent in Evanston, Illinois, where she attended the Piven Theatre Workshop as a teenager, laying the foundation for her acting career. Cusack made her mark in Hollywood with her unique comedic style and ability to deliver memorable performances in both supporting and leading roles. Her breakthrough came in 1988 when she played the character of Cyn in Working Girl, earning her first Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress. Over the years, she has appeared in a wide range of films, including In & Out, Addams Family Values, and School of Rock, demonstrating her versatility as an actress. Notably, Cusack received a second Academy Award nomination for her role in In & Out in 1997. Outside of her film career, Cusack has made significant contributions to television and voice acting. She starred in the Showtime hit series Shameless and lent her voice to the character of Jessie in the popular Toy Story franchise. Despite her success, Cusack remains grounded and committed to her craft. She returned to her hometown of Chicago and co-owns a theater called The Gift Theatre. Her dedication to the arts and her impressive body of work have solidified Joan Cusack's place as one of Hollywood's most respected actresses.
- EastEnders, Shameless, The FixerJody Lee Latham is an English actor, best known for his roles as Phillip "Lip" Gallagher in the British Channel 4 comedy drama series Shameless, Calum McKenzie in the ITV series The Fixer and Rob Grayson in the BBC soap opera EastEnders. He has also had notable short-term guest roles in the school drama series Waterloo Road and the medical drama Holby City.
Dystin Johnson
The Story MakersDystin Johnson is a British film and television actress.Johnson is best known for playing Norma Starkey in the popular Channel 4 comedy drama series, Shameless. She has also had parts in Prime Suspect: The Final Act, EastEnders, The Bill and Holby City. She was also in the Paul Merton's Silent Clowns documentary on BBC Four as herself, in 2006. She also plays Rossetti Wordsworth in children's TV show The Story Makers. In August 2011, Johnson made a brief appearance in Coronation Street. From 2012, she has played Mrs Carter in 4 O'Clock Club on CBBC.She also wrote two episodes of Tracy Beaker Returns: "Chain Reaction" and "Eggs".Joseph Furnace
Shameless- Shameless, TrafficJustin Chatwin, born and raised on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, did not originally plan to go into acting. When he was 18, on a dare, he went with a friend on an audition. The acting bug bit him, and Chatwin never looked back. His first part was a small one in the television miniseries, "Christy, Choices of the Heart" (ION, 2001), followed by a small role as a rock fan in "Josie & The Pussycats" in 2001. He followed that with a small part in the Sci-Fi Channel miniseries "Taken" in 2002, his first official work with Steven Spielberg. But his first recognizable role was in the miniseries, "Traffic," in 2004, followed by another quirky and memorable role as a youthful and disturbed hitchhiker in "Taking Lives." Justin Chatwin managed to hold his own with the Hollywood big leagues as Robbie, the son of Tom Cruise's Ray in 2005's "War of the Worlds." Also in 2005, he played the part of Billy in the quirky and memorable "Chumscrubber." Chatwin lit up fan message boards online with the announcement of his next role, as an adult film star in "The Pornographer's Poem," set for release in 2006, and in "The Invisible," directed by David Goyer, also set for 2006. Other film roles include "Middle of Nowhere" (2008) and "Dragonball Evolution" (2009). In 2014, Chatwin joined the cast of "Shameless" (Showtime, 2011- 2021) as Steve. In 2018, Chatwin took on the role of Michael Connolly in "The Assassin's Code," then Andy in "Summer Night" (2019) and Terrence in "Die in a Gunfight" (2021). During this time, he was also in the Netflix series "Another Life" as Erik Wallace, along with Katee Sackhoff.
Kelli Hollis
ShamelessKelli Hollis is a British actress, best known for playing Tina Crabtree in the three Channel 4 related films, shop owner Yvonne Karib in Channel 4's popular comedy drama Shameless and Ali Spencer in ITV soap opera, Emmerdale.Luke Tittensor
Shameless, EmmerdaleLuke James Tittensor (born 3 November 1989) is an English actor best known for his roles as Carl Gallagher, a shared role with his brother Elliott Tittensor, and as Daz Eden in Emmerdale.- EastEnders, Shameless, Peak PracticeMargaret O'Neill (born 15 November 1962) is an English actress. She is known for her television roles in Peak Practice (2000–2002), Shameless (2004–2007) and EastEnders (2008). In 1986 she appeared in the music video for Simply Red's single Holding Back The Years. In 1988 she appeared in the film Gorillas in the Mist.
- Shameless, Life as We Know It, Firestarter: RekindledNative Californian Marguerite Moreau was a pretty 13-year-old when she made her professional acting debut in a 1991 episode of the popular ABC sitcom "The Wonder Years" playing a junior high student. Later that year, the blondish teen was cast as the friend of the Catholic girl dated by a Jewish boy (Danny Gerard) in the nostalgic sitcom "Brooklyn Bridge" (CBS). Moreau made her feature film debut in the kid-friendly sports comedy "The Mighty Ducks" (1992) and reprised the role in the film's two sequels in 1994 and 1996. In between, she made her debut as a TV series regular playing the daughter of a female minister (Patty Duke) in the short-lived NBC sitcom "Amazing Grace." By 1998, Moreau was enrolled at Vassar and began to undertake slightly more adult roles, playing the daughter of a cop's widow who suspects there was more to her death than first believed in the USA Network film "My Husband's Secret Life." When she returned to the screen in 2001's feature comedy "Wet Hot American Summer," Moreau was cast as a camp counselor romancing a studly lifeguard (Paul Rudd). That same year, European moviegoers could catch her as a young woman with a taste for techno music and drugs in "Rave Macbeth," adapted from Shakespeare's play. 2002, however, offered the rising starlet two high profile parts in fantasy projects. In "Queen of the Damned," adapted from Anne Rice's books, Moreau played a member of a society of vampire hunters who develops an unhealthy interest in one of their prey. For the small screen, she assumed the role of Charlie McPhee (originated by young Drew Barrymore) in the Sci-Fi Channel production "Firestarter: Rekindled," a sequel loosely inspired by Stephen King's novel.
- Shameless, Little Dorrit, DinnerladiesMaxine Peake was an actress who starred in many drama films. She had an early role on the television special "The Way We Live Now" (PBS, 2001-02). She also appeared in various films, such as the comedic drama "Girls' Night" (1998) with Brenda Blethyn and "All or Nothing" (2002). She then appeared in the crime drama "Clubbed" (2009) with Colin Salmon, "Secret Diaries of Miss Anne Lister" (2010) and the Andrew Garfield crime drama "1980: The Red Riding Trilogy Part 2" (2010). She also appeared in "Best Laid Plans" (2012). She spent the 2010s tackling film roles in "Svengali" (2014), "Keeping Rosy" (2014) and the Jack O'Connell dramatic adaptation "Private Peaceful" (2014). She also appeared in "The Theory of Everything" (2014) and "Maxine Peake As Hamlet" (2015). Most recently, Peake acted in "The Falling" (2015).
- Shameless, Bob & Rose, Bob and RoseNicky Evans, (born 20 April 1979) is an English actor who is best known for playing the roles of Shane Maguire on Channel 4's hit comedy drama Shameless and Roy Glover on the ITV soap opera, Emmerdale. He has also played roles in various dramas such as the Bill, Burn It and Clocking Off. In 2015, Nicky completed the role of Dragon in British Crime Thriller The Contract. The Film was released in January 2016.
- Shameless, X-Men: Evolution, The RichesA pale, oftentimes brooding young actor with heavy-lidded eyes, Noel Fisher transitioned from innocuous adolescent roles to intense portrayals of misanthropic teen outcasts and eventually, dangerously passionate or intensely pensive professionals. First garnering fans as Toad, the voice of the rascally neophyte mutant on the animated superhero smash "X-Men: Evolution," he began appearing on the big screen as sneering bullies and insolent, pimple-faced trash-talkers in such otherwise lighthearted comedies as the zippy after-school revenge satire "Max Keeble's Big Move" (2001). After a darkly comic role in the hair-raising horror sequel "Final Destination 2," playing a boy whose grisly, barbecue-related death serves as the film's closing moment of gallows humor, he took a turn toward increasingly edgier and more complex material. Few are likely to forget his depiction of the disconnected dog-torturer Danny in the eerie backwoods thriller "Red," but Fisher's work has most frequently been in the realm of television. In addition to co-starring as the son of a family of decadent crooks on the short-lived cable seriocomedy "The Riches," he memorably shook up the patent police-procedural formula with his performance as a grating forensics technician turned full-blown sociopath on the 11th season of the prime-time staple "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" ('09). He sometimes appears as brave soldier-types in projects such as the meditative wartime mini-series "The Pacific" and the explosive alien-invasion blockbuster "Battle: Los Angeles."
- ShamelessRebecca Atkinson (born 22 September 1983) is an English actress, known for portraying Karen Maguire in Shameless from 2004 until 2013.
- Shameless, Waterloo RoadRebecca Ryan (born 27 April 1991) is an English actress, known for her roles as Debbie Gallagher in the Channel 4 series Shameless, Vicki MacDonald in the BBC drama Waterloo Road and Gemma Dean in the BBC medical drama Casualty.
Samantha Siddall
ShamelessSamantha Siddall (born 23 January 1982) is an English actress, best known for playing Mandy Maguire in Channel 4 comedy drama series Shameless.- Shameless, HornblowerSean Gilder is an English actor who appeared in "Gangs of New York," "King Arthur," and "The Fall."
- Jeopardy, River City, The RoyalKari Corbett (born 16 February 1984) is a Scottish actress, artist and filmmaker. Corbett is perhaps best known for portraying Ruby Hepburn in Channel 4 comedy drama Shameless, Nurse Marian McKaig in ITV's The Royal, Sarah in the BAFTA award-winning Jeopardy, Kirsty in David Mackenzie's film, You Instead, and Jean McGrory in CBC's comedy Mr. D. Kari was nominated for The Johnny Walker Great Scot Award for Outstanding Contribution to Entertainment in 2011, and selected as one of the 12 Rising Stars of 2012 by the Radio Times. Kari has produced two award nominated short-films, screened at The Chicago Underground Film Festival, and The Glasgow Film Festival.
- EastEnders, Shameless, Common As MuckAfter graduating from Salford College of Music and Drama, English actor Stephen Lord began guest starring in a number of British television programs. Among the more notable shows he appeared in include the crime drama "The Bill," the comedic drama "Heartbeat," and the comedy "Screen One." In 1995 Lord landed a small role in the Sylvester Stallone action movie "Judge Dredd." Lord returned to television in the late 1990s, appearing as a cast member on the British comedic drama, "Common As Muck," from 1994 to 1997, then as a detective on the crime drama, "City Central" in 1998 and '99. By the early 2000s Lord began appearing almost exclusively in movies, albeit in mostly smaller roles. In 2002 he appeared in the crime drama "Capone's Boys," and followed that up with roles in the 2007 action movie "Until Death," and the 2008 thriller "Kill Kill Faster Faster." Lord returned to television in 2007, playing the role of Jase in the British Soap Opera, "EastEnders," for one season, a role which earned Lord a Best Newcomer nomination at the 2008 British Soap Opera Awards. In 2010 Lord returned to more serious fare with a recurring role as a violent husband on the medical drama "Casualty."
- Shameless, Reba, Love BitesStarting out as a child actor, Steve Howey's career took off when he was 17 years old. Howey kickstarted his acting career appearing on various television sitcoms, including "The Drew Carey Show" (ABC, 1995-2004), "Get Real" (Fox, 1999-2000) and "Reba" (2001-07). During the early stages of his acting career, Howey worked in films like "Supercross: The Movie" (2005). He next focused his entertainment career on film, appearing in the Natassia Malthe action film "DOA: Dead or Alive" (2007), "Bride Wars" (2009) and "Still Waiting" (2009). He also appeared in "Stan Helsing" (2009). Recently, he tackled roles in "Something Borrowed" (2011), the romantic comedy "Losing Control" (2012) with Miranda Kent and the Mark Burnham black comedy "Wrong Cops" (2013). He also appeared in the romance "In Your Eyes" (2014) with Zoe Kazan. He also worked in television during these years, including a part on "New Girl" (Fox, 2011-). Howey most recently acted in "See You In Valhalla" (2015).
Tina Malone
Shameless, Celebrity Big BrotherChristina Malone (born 30 January 1963) is an English actress, writer, director, and producer, best known for playing Mimi Maguire in the Channel 4 series Shameless. She also played Mo McGee in Brookside. She made a reality appearance in Celebrity Big Brother 6 in January 2009.- Shameless, Curious George, Nightmares & Dreamscapes: From the Stories of Stephen KingWilliam H. Macy, a distinguished figure in American cinema and television, boasts an illustrious career that spans over four decades. Hailing from Miami, Florida, Macy was born on March 13, 1950, later moving to Georgia where he developed a passion for theater while studying veterinary medicine at Bethany College in West Virginia. Realizing his true calling, he transferred to Goddard College in Vermont to study under playwright David Mamet, marking the beginning of a profound professional relationship that would follow him through his career. Macy's early career was deeply rooted in theatre, with Mamet's influence manifesting itself in many of his performances. He co-founded the acclaimed Atlantic Theater Company in New York and featured in several Broadway productions, earning his reputation as an exceptionally skillful actor. However, Macy's breakout role came in the form of Jerry Lundegaard in the Coen Brothers' film Fargo (1996), for which he received an Academy Award nomination. This performance firmly established Macy in Hollywood and led to a string of successful roles in critically acclaimed films such as Boogie Nights, Magnolia, and Seabiscuit. In addition to his success in film, Macy made a significant impact on the small screen as well. He is perhaps best known for his role as Frank Gallagher in the long-running television series Shameless, a performance that fetched him multiple award nominations. Macy's work extends beyond acting into directing and writing, showcasing his diverse talents within the entertainment industry. His contributions have not gone unnoticed. Macy has been honored with numerous awards throughout his career, including multiple Emmy Awards and Screen Actors Guild Awards.
Marjorie Yates
Shameless, Great ExpectationsMarjorie Yates is an English actress who appeared in "Wetherby," "Line of Duty," and "Vera."Johnny Bennett
ShamelessJonathan "Johnny" Kevin Bennett (born 10 June 1998) is an English-born Irish actor who played Liam Gallagher in Shameless.He took over from Joseph Furnace from series 3 onwards and continued to play the role until series 8. He lives in Manchester but comes from an Irish family. He had to quit the show due to his crippling gambling addiction where it was later revealed that he was £8750 down on SkyBet. Bennett, who can play the balalaika, is also an avid collector of paintings from Mancunian artist Ian Jarman, according to the December 2006 article of The Art Observer, found online.Bennett regularly donates a portion of his wealth to charities that help blind children play video games, and according to friends and family, is scared to leave is girlfriend due to the fear of being murdered by his ex lover.Sally Carman
ShamelessSally Carman (born 9 May 1981) is an English actress, best known for her roles as Kelly Maguire in Shameless and as Abi Franklin in Coronation Street. Carman was born in Mexborough, South Yorkshire. At 18 she attended the LAMDA drama school in London.- Father Ted, EastEnders, Loose WomenPauline McLynn studied art history and English literature at Trinity College in Dublin, and her involvement with the school's drama society set her on the path toward becoming an actor. After graduating, she performed extensively on stage in Galway and Dublin and eventually worked in Irish television sitcoms like "Nothing to It?" Radio work followed: she performed all the female roles on the political satire show "Scrap Saturday," hosted by Dermot Morgan. But her role as prudish housekeeper Mrs. Doyle on the popular sitcom "Father Ted," also starring Morgan, became her breakout role. Post-"Father Ted," she returned to political/social satire on the long-running show "Bremner, Bird and Fortune," appearing in the "dinner party" sketches. She has also appeared in feature films, usually in small roles, including the sweeping epic "Far and Away," the comedy "When Brendan Met Trudy," and the film adaptation of Frank McCourt's memoir "Angela's Ashes." Her most notable feature work, though, is in the Dogme-approved British film "Gypo," playing a working class mother who befriends a Czech Romany refugee. McLynn is also a successful novelist, having written several humorous mystery novels and stand-alone books. In 2010, McLynn starred as Libby Croker in the comedy series "Shameless."
Shanola Hampton
ShamelessLauded for her role as Veronica, the neighbor of the dysfunctional Gallagher clan on the U.S. series "Shameless," Shanola Hampton began acting onstage at Winthrop University in her home state of South Carolina. After earning a Masters in Fine Arts, Hampton broke into film and TV with small roles in the series "Popular," "Reba," and "Scrubs" before being cast as Flash in the 2005 comedy-drama "Related." Following a stint on the short-lived series "Miami Medical" in 2010, the actress appeared in the 2011 feature ensemble comedy "You Again" with legend Betty White before rising to fame on "Shameless."- ShamelessTalented young actor Jeremy Allen White first made an impression as the star of the acclaimed short "Aquarium" (2007). He went on to earn praise for his roles in the indie dramas "The Speed of Life" (2007) and "Afterschool" (2008) while also collecting guest-starring credits on shows like "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" (NBC, 1999- ). He played the ill-fated, addict cousin of White Mike (Chace Crawford) in Joel Schumacher's wealthy-teens-on-drugs drama "Twelve" (2010), but earned the most praise for his powerful portrayal of the intelligent, eldest brother "Lip" Gallagher on the dysfunctional family drama "Shameless" (Showtime, 2011- ). Demonstrating enormous potential from a young age, Jeremy Allen White inspired many fans and critics to mark him as a talent to watch. Born Feb. 18, 1991, Jeremy Allen White broke into acting with a handful of small appearances in a variety of projects including the well-received short "Aquarium" (2007), the 1970s-set "Beautiful Ohio" (2006) and guest spots on "Conviction" (NBC, 2006) and "Law & Order" (NBC, 1990-2010). He garnered critical acclaim on the indie circuit for his roles in the dramas "The Speed of Life" (2007) and "Afterschool" (2008). White also wrote, produced and appeared in the short "The Fourth" (2008) and guested on "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" (NBC, 1999- ), but landed a higher profile role as Charlie, the doomed cousin of White Mike (Chace Crawford) in the drug-fueled teen drama "Twelve" (2010). The young actor truly registered with critics and audiences alike when he was cast as academically gifted Phillip "Lip" Gallagher on the dysfunctional family drama "Shameless" (Showtime, 2011- ). The series, which followed an alcoholic single father (William H. Macy) and his six kids who were forced to raise themselves, was warmly received, especially the performances of Macy, White and Emmy Rossum, who played the oldest child and surrogate mother to her siblings.
- Rachel Leskovac is an actress who appeared in "Waterloo Road," "At Home with the Braithwaites," and "WPC 56."
- ShamelessEthan Cutkosky (August 19, 1999) is an American actor, best known for his roles as as Carl Gallagher on the Showtime series Shameless and Barto in The Unborn (2009).
- ShamelessPrecocious child actress Emma Kenney hit many career milestones early. By the age of 4, she was already taking improv classes and soon landed work in commercials for companies including Stouffer's frozen foods and oil corporation ExxonMobil, as well as receiving roles in student films. At 8, she achieved another goal ahead of schedule by creating her own film. While watching an episode of the sitcom "Sabrina, The Teenage Witch" in which the characters make a movie about vampires, Kenney was inspired to make one of her own, directing, shooting, and editing the four-minute short film "The New Girl In Town." Kenney wanted the story of a young vampire invited to a sleepover to be frightening, but the charming, inadvertently funny results, along with her youth, won over the judges at the New Jersey International Film Festival, which selected it to be part of their competition, making the young actress the subject of attention for local newspapers and television stations. Her national reputation was raised much higher in 2011 when she was cast on the Showtime drama "Shameless" as Debbie Gallagher, the fourth-youngest child out of six in a family fathered by a shiftless drunk (William H. Macy). In 2011, she also acted in an episode of the HBO prohibition drama "Boardwalk Empire." In addition to her interest in acting, Kenney loves animals and hopes to someday open an animal shelter.
- Game of Thrones, The Book Group, Heroes and VillainsAt a towering six feet, six inches, it wasn't surprising that many of his friends called Rory McCann by the nickname "Big." The man was big in personality, big in talent and definitely big when it came to his presence. Born in Glasgow in 1969, the actor got his start in commercials. He became quite well-known for one in particular, where he wore little but a kilt wandering the snowy streets of London warmed by his breakfast of porridge oats. Although he did several film roles from 1999 to 2002, it wasn't until he landed the role of Kenny McLeod in the television series "The Book Group" (BBC 2002-03) that he was widely noticed. His portrayal of the wheelchair-bound lifeguard won him a Scottish BAFTA. The following year, he landed another regular role in a television series, this time as Adam in the procedural drama "Rockface" (BBC 2002-03). After that series ended, McCann made his way to Hollywood to work on Oliver Stone's "Alexander" (2004). While on location in Iceland for the epic fantasy "Beowulf & Grendel" (2005), he fell in love with the country's wilderness and ended up moving there. While he was settling in Iceland, he auditioned for a new fantasy television series, "Game of Thrones" (HBO 2011- ). His take on the role of mercenary Sandor "The Hound" Clegane went on to define him for years to come. As an extra bonus, his sister Sally Gay-McCann, a costume designer for film and television, worked on "Game of Thrones" as well. McCann continued to work on various film roles between seasons of "Game of Thrones" including the New Zealand-based western thriller "Slow West" (2014), in which he co-starred with Michael Fassbender.
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Valerie Lilley
Shameless, Emma, Albion MarketValerie Lilley (born 14 April 1939) is a Northern Irish actress who has played many television roles on dramas such as Doctors and Grange Hill. Lilley most recently appeared in BBC1's Casualty as Daisy Fennings. Prior to that Channel 4's comedy drama Shameless portraying Patty Croker. She also appeared briefly in a stretch on the Catherine Tate Show Lilley trained with Joan Littlewood's Arts Workshop in London during the early sixties and received an early boost, which included appearing alongside Stephen Rea. She spent many years as a stage actress throughout the UK. In 1982 she took a minor role in another local television play, Stewart Parker’s Iris in the Traffic, Ruby in the Rain, starring Frances Tomelty. Also in 1982, Lilley appeared in two other televised plays, '‘Potato Head Blues’' and the troubles rooted Billy Boy with James Ellis. Lilley was also a regular in ITV's ill-fated Albion Market.Warren Donnelly
Warren Donnelly is an actor.
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