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Rory Kinnear
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Rory Kinnear is an English actor whose career spans classical theatre, television and film. Born in London, he studied English at Oxford before training at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art. His National Theatre work includes The Man of Mode and Iago opposite Adrian Lester’s Othello in the 2013 production, a performance that won an Olivier Award.
On screen, Kinnear played Bill Tanner in the James Bond films, including Quantum of Solace, Skyfall and Spectre. These recurring appearances sit alongside a substantial stage career in Shakespeare and modern drama.
Reviewed 2026-09-07Selected sources
- London Theatre — Rory KinnearTraining, The Man of Mode and Bond films.
- National Theatre archive — Othello, 2013Iago role and awards; distinguishes him from Adrian Lester’s Othello.