Mark Strong is a British actor known for his powerful and versatile performances in film, television, and theater. He has appeared in a wide range of roles, often portraying intense and authoritative characters. Some of his notable film roles include playing villains such as Lord Blackwood in “Sherlock Holmes” (2009), Frank D’Amico in “Kick-Ass” (2010), and Sinestro in “Green Lantern” (2011). He’s also portrayed more complex characters in films like “Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy” (2011) and “The Imitation Game” (2014). Strong’s commanding presence and ability to bring depth to his characters have made him a respected figure in the acting world. He’s equally at home in both blockbuster action films and smaller, more character-driven dramas.

Mark Strong
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Real NameMarco Giuseppe Salussolia
Age60 years
Born5 August 1963
ProfessionActor

Networth

Mark Strong’s net worth was estimated to be in the range of $9 million USD. However, net worth figures can vary depending on various sources and factors such as investments, real estate holdings, and career earnings.

Mark Strong
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Real Estate

Mark Stone is the owner of a house located at 161 Chevening Road, London NW6 6DZ, which is worth £2,850,000. The house covers an area of 236 square meters (2,543 square feet) and has a reception room, dining room, kitchen, master bedroom suite, four additional bedrooms, one extra bathroom, a guest cloakroom, and front and rear gardens.

Mark Strong
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Mark Strong
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Mark Strong
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Mark Strong
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Early Life and Education

Mark Strong (Marco Giuseppe Salussolia) was born on August 5, 1963, in London, England. His father Giuseppe A. Salussolia was Italian and his mother Waltraud D. Salussolia was Austrian. He grew up in a working-class household in London. He attended Wymondham College in Norfolk, a boarding school, where he developed an interest in acting. He then went on to study at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School, one of the most prestigious drama schools in the UK.

Wymondham College in Norfolk
Wymondham College in Norfolk
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The Bristol Old Vic Theatre School
The Bristol Old Vic Theatre School
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After completing his training, he started his acting career in the late 1980s initially working in British television and theater. He gradually gained recognition for his talent and versatility leading to opportunities in both film and television on an international scale. His early career was marked by a series of diverse roles that showcased his ability to inhabit complex characters with depth and authenticity.

Relationship of Mark Strong

Strong is married to television producer Liza Marshall. He says he was born in London, his wife was born there and his sons Gabriel Strong and Roman Strong were born there so they will stay in London. He tends to keep his life private when it comes to details about his relationships.

Liza Marshall and Mark Strong
Liza Marshall and Mark Strong
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Career

He is well known for his role as Harry Starks in the 2004 miniseries “The Long Firm,” and for playing Lord Henry Blackwood in “Sherlock Holmes” (2009), Frank D’Amico in “Kick-Ass” (2010), Thaal Sinestro in “Green Lantern” (2011), Jim Prideaux in “Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy” (2011), Stewart Menzies in “The Imitation Game” (2014), and Merlin in the “Kingsman” film series (2014–2017). He has also acted in over 100 movies and TV shows “Stardust” (2007), “RocknRolla” (2008), “Zero Dark Thirty” (2012), “Grimsby” (2016), “Shazam!” (2019), “Cruella” (2021), “Our Friends in the North” (1996), “Low Winter Sun” (both the 2006 UK miniseries and the 2013 US TV series), and “Deep State” (2018).

Mark Strong
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Strong starred in and produced the 2019 series “Temple,” and narrated the BBC’s “Who Do You Think You Are?” from 2006 to 2012. Mark Strong has also voiced in several video games, including “Kick-Ass: The Game” (2010), “Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine” (2011), “Total War: Rome II” (2013), “Eisenhorn: Xenos” (2016), “Battlefield V” (2018), and “The Artful Escape” (2021).

He has also acted in stage productions of various plays like “Death of a Salesman” (1996), “Closer” (1997), “The Iceman Cometh” (1998), “Speed-the-Plow” (2000), “Uncle Vanya” (2002), “A View from the Bridge” (2014–2016), and “The Red Barn” (2016–2017). For his performance as Eddie in a 2016 Broadway production of “A View from the Bridge,” he has earned a Theatre World Award and nominations from the Tonys, Drama Desk Awards, and Outer Critics Circle. He also won an Olivier Award for a London production of the play.

Most Asked Questions

What movies has Mark Strong been in?
He has appeared in numerous movies, including “Sherlock Holmes” (2009), “Kingsman: The Secret Service” (2014), “Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy” (2011), “Zero Dark Thirty” (2012), and “1917” (2019), among others.

What is Mark Strong’s real name?
His real name is Marco Giuseppe Salussolia.

How old is Mark Strong?
He was born on August 5, 1963, so his age varies depending on the current date.

Is Mark Strong related to any other actors?
He is not known to be related to any other actors in the industry.

What nationality is Mark Strong?
His nationality is British.

What is Mark Strong’s net worth?
His net worth is estimated to be in the range of $9 million to $12 million USD.

Has Mark Strong won any awards?
Yes, He has won several awards throughout his career, including a British Independent Film Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in “The Guard” (2011).

Is Mark Strong married?
He is married to producer Liza Marshall

What is Mark Strong’s best-known role?
He is best known for his roles in “Sherlock Holmes” as Lord Blackwood, “Kingsman: The Secret Service” as Merlin, and “Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy” as Jim Prideaux, among others.

More Information

Height1.88 m (6 foot 1 inch)
Weight170 lbs
Awards2018 Nominee National Film Award. Breakthrough Performance. 6 Days.
2017 Nominee National Film Award. Best Supporting Actor. The Brothers Grimsby.

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