Charlie Hunnam is one of the most recognized English actors. As an actor and screenwriter, Hunnam has made a name for himself in many parts of the world. The actor has been active for many years, but he gained recognition in 2008 after he took the role of Jax teller in Sons of Anarchy.
Charlie has acted as the lead in many films, which is why he has been able to make a name for himself. Charlie was born in Newcastle upon Tyne on April 10, 1980. As the son of Jane Bell and William Hunnam, he had an interesting childhood.
Hunnam’s mother was a ballet dancer, while his father was a businessman. Hunnam’s parents divorced when he was young, and his mother remarried a few years later. The actor has applauded his mother for being great as a single mother while taking care of four children.
Net Worth
Charlie Hunnam’s net worth is $20 million. The actor has been able to accumulate such a high net worth because of the numerous acting jobs that he has done. Combined with his great looks and American accent, he has been able to feature in numerous roles, which have contributed greatly to his wealth.
Hunnam’s first role was in Byker Grove, a children’s show that aired in 1998. The show’s production manager spotted Charlie goofing around a shoe shop while drunk, and he invited him to audition for the role. Since then, Hunnam has gone ahead to feature in numerous films, and have several lead roles.
Early Life
Charlie Hunnam was born on April 10, 1980 in England. His mother was a former ballet dancer while his father sold scrap metal. When Charlie was two years old, his father left the family, leaving his mother as a single mother.
He grew up with his older brother William, and two young half brothers from her mother’s second marriage. After his mother remarried, Charlie relocated to Cumbria at the age of 12.
As a teenager, Charlie fought a lot with his classmates, which made him expelled from Queen Elizabeth Grammar School. Charlie learned from home and decided not to join the university. Instead, he went to Cumbria College of Art and Design and graduated with a film degree, hoping to direct his films.
Career
Hunnam was discovered by a production manager for a children’s show when he was seventeen. He was invited to audition for Byker Grove, a role which he landed, appearing in three episodes of the show.
He also tried modeling but after a short time, he told the modeling agency that he did not want to model. Instead, he requested the modeling agencies to book him acting roles. He landed a role in Queer as Folk, where he played the rebellious 15-year-old student.
Later, Hunnam moved to the United States and he booked a 3-episode stint in Young Americans. He also appeared in all the episodes of Undeclared. Since then, the actor has appeared in numerous films which have earned him a huge income. Most of his net worth is attributed to the successful lead roles he has played.
