Charlie Cox: Bio And Career Highlights

Charlie C*x smiling while speaking into a microphone during an event, highlighting his bio and career highlights.

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Charlie Cox

Born

December 15, 1982

Died

Birthplace

London, UK

Age

43 Years Old

Horoscope

Sagittarius

Who Is Charlie Cox?

Charlie Thomas Cox is a British actor known for commanding screen presence and versatile performances. He has cultivated a strong following through both independent films and major franchise roles.

He first captured widespread attention playing Matt Murdock, the titular hero in the Netflix series Daredevil, which earned critical acclaim for its gritty portrayal and complex storytelling. His nuanced performance resonated deeply with fans.

Full Name	Charlie Thomas Cox
Gender	Male
Height	5 feet 10 inches (178 cm)
Relationship Status	Married
Net Worth	$10 million
Nationality	British
Ethnicity	White
Education	Bristol Old Vic Theatre School
Father	Andrew Frederick Seaforth Cox
Mother	Patricia Harley Cox

Early Life and Education

Born in London, UK, Charlie Cox was raised in East Sussex, the youngest of five children to publisher Andrew Frederick Seaforth Cox and Patricia Harley Cox. He was brought up Catholic.

Cox attended Ashdown House School and Sherborne School before training at the prestigious Bristol Old Vic Theatre School, where his passion for acting truly developed.

Notable Relationships

Currently, Charlie Cox is married to television producer Samantha Thomas; they wed in September 2018. The couple began dating in 2015 and have collaborated on several projects, including the crime drama series Kin.

Cox and Thomas share two children, a daughter born in 2016 and a son born in 2020, whose names they keep private.

Career Highlights

Charlie Cox’s career is defined by his acclaimed portrayal of Matt Murdock / Daredevil in the Marvel Cinematic Universe series Daredevil, which garnered widespread critical praise. He reprised the role in other Marvel projects, including Spider-Man: No Way Home.

Earlier in his career, Cox also earned significant recognition for his lead role as Tristan Thorn in the 2007 fantasy film Stardust, which introduced him to a global audience.

His stage work includes a Theatre World Award for his role in The Crucible on Broadway, further showcasing his range as an actor.

Signature Quote

“I’m not seeking penance for what I’ve done, Father. I’m asking for forgiveness… for what I’m about to do.”