Tom Wilkinson: English actor (1948–2023)
Thomas Geoffrey Tom Wilkinson Jr.
He was nominated for an Academy Award, for his roles in In the Bedroom and Michael Clayton. In 2009, he won Golden Globe and a Primetime Emmy Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Miniseries or Film for his role in John Adams. Wilkinson was also known for his works in 2005 blockbuster Batman Begins and as Joseph P. Kennedy, Sr. (the father of President John F. Kennedy). in 2011 miniseries The Kennedys.
Tom Wilkinson | |
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 Wilkinson at 2016 Toronto International Film Festival | |
| Born | Thomas Geoffrey Wilkinson Jr. 5 February 1948 Leeds, West Yorkshire, England |
| Died | 30 December 2023 (aged 75) North London, England |
| Cause of death | Cardiac arrest |
| Resting place | St James Cemetery, Wetherby, West Yorkshire, England |
| Alma mater | University of Kent Royal Academy of Dramatic Art |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1976–2023 |
| Spouse(s) | Diana Hardcastle (m. 1988) |
| Children | 2 |
Wilkinson was born on 5 February 1948 in Wharfedale, West Riding of Yorkshire, England to Thomas Wilkinson Sr. a farmer. Wilkinson was trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts and University of Kent.
Wilkinson was married to Diana Hardcastle from 1988 until his death. They had two daughters, Alice and Mollie.
Wilkinson died suddenly from cardiac arrest at his home in North London, England on 30 December 2023, at the age of 75.
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