John Simm, 1970
Actors · July 10, 1970
John Simm
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John Simm is 56 years old, born July 10, 1970 in United Kingdom · Cancer.
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About
John Simm played Sam Tyler in Life on Mars and the Master in Doctor Who, cementing himself as a fixture in British TV drama. Born in England in 1970, he's also a director and musician. He won the 2014 Royal Television Society award for his performance in the crime series Prey. Cancer energy: introspective roles that dig into character psychology.
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Biography
John Simm is an English actor, director, and musician born in 1970. He achieved widespread recognition for playing Sam Tyler in Life on Mars, a role that defined his early career. His portrayal of the Master in Doctor Who expanded his reach across sci-fi fandom, while his work as Det Supt Roy Grace in Grace cemented him in contemporary crime drama. Television credits span State of Play, The Lakes, Crime and Punishment, Exile, Prey, and Cracker. Film work includes Wonderland, Everyday, Boston Kickout, Human Traffic, and 24 Hour Party People. He has received two BAFTA nominations for Best Actor and won the 2014 Royal Television Society award for Best Performance in a Single Drama or Drama Series (Male) for Prey. As an actor, Simm balances intense character work with directorial projects, building a multifaceted career in British entertainment. Born under Cancer, his sensitivity to emotional nuance surfaces in complex, psychologically layered roles. Life Path 7 reinforces his introspective approach to character analysis.
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Trivia
- Nominated for the BAFTA Award for Best Actor twice.
- Won the 2014 Royal Television Society award for Best Performance in a Single Drama or Drama Series (Male) for Prey.
- Has worked as a director in addition to acting.
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Numerology
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The Seeker
Analytical and private. John Simm release rarely but deeply, and tend to reward fans with unusual artistic depth rather than constant output.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
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- Dylan WangTiger · 1998
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- Emily FairnTiger · 1998
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CHALLENGING
- Griffin GluckDragon · 2000
- Jade Pettyjohn
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Frequently asked
- How old is John Simm?
- John Simm is 56 years old (born July 10, 1970).
- When is John Simm's birthday?
- John Simm was born on July 10, 1970.
- What is John Simm's zodiac sign?
- John Simm is a Cancer, born July 10, 1970.
- What is John Simm's Chinese zodiac sign?
- John Simm was born in 1970, the year of the Metal Dog.
- Where is John Simm from?
- John Simm is from United Kingdom.
- What does John Simm do?
- John Simm is a actor.
- Is John Simm still alive?
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