Rowan Atkinson Net Worth: The Versatile Talent

Rowan Atkinson Net Worth: The Versatile Talent -British actor, comedian, and playwright Rowan Atkinson is most renowned for playing the iconic role of Mr. Bean, which solidified his status as one of the most beloved comedy actors of all time. Still, Atkinson’s career goes much beyond simply playing the quiet, fumbling role. This post explores Rowan Atkinson’s net worth, early years, professional highlights, personal life, and noteworthy accomplishments.

Rowan Atkinson Net Worth

Nickname:	Mr. Bean
Real Name:	Rowan Sebastian Atkinson
Net Worth:	$150 million
Birthplace:	Consett, County Durham, England
Weight:	80 kg
Sexual Orientation:	Straight
Marital Status:	Divorced
Spouse:	Sunetra Sastry
Children:	Benjamin Atkinson, Lily Grace Sastry, Isla Atkinson
Girlfriend:	Louise Ford
Date of Birth:	January 6, 1955
Gender:	Male
Height:	1.81 m
Profession:	Actor
Nationality:	British
Source of Wealth:	Film
Education:	The Queen’s College, University of Oxford, Newcastle University, St Bees School, Chorister School
Father:	Eric Atkinson
Mother:	Ella May Bainbridge
Brother:	Rodney Atkinson, Paul Atkinson, Rupert Atkinson
Sister:	None

Early Years

In Consett, County Durham, England, on January 6, 1955, Rowan Sebastian Atkinson was born. Of his four brothers, he was the youngest. His mother, Ella May, was a homemaker, and his father, Eric Atkinson, was a farmer and director of the company.

During his time at Durham Choristers School, Atkinson cultivated his passion for humour and acting. After that, he studied electrical engineering at Newcastle University. Later on, he graduated with an MSc in Electrical Engineering from Oxford’s Queen’s College. His love of performing took him in a different direction from his original plan to get a degree. His love of performing never faltered, and during his time in college, he took part in numerous comedic and dramatic productions.

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Career

Atkinson had a brief career as an electrical engineer following the receipt of his degree in the field. But he soon realised that humour and performance were his true calling. After becoming a member of the Oxford University Dramatic Society in the late 1970s, he got to know Hugh Laurie and writer Richard Curtis.

Atkinson’s solo radio show “The Atkinson People” marked the start of his professional career. After making his TV debut on “Canned Laughter,” he went on to host “Not the Nine O’Clock News,” a parody of news programmes. Atkinson rose to fame by participating in lighthearted occasions like The Secret Policeman’s Ball and TV skits including famous people like Kate Bush, John Cleese, and Elton John.

His big break came when he showcased his wit and comedic abilities in the BBC mock-historical comedy series “Blackadder,” where he played the caustic Edmund Blackadder. In addition to making Atkinson a comedic star, his portrayal of the conceited and incompetent Mr. Bean turned the role into a worldwide hit.

Atkinson still enjoys giving his iconic performances and charms audiences with his timeless comedy, even in the face of retirement suggestions. In order to showcase his versatility as an actor, he has also participated in a number of charity events, television shows, and commercial campaigns.

The devoted fan base of Atkinson’s Mr. Bean character on social media and his extraordinary success on YouTube, where his channel has amassed billions of views and over 10 million followers, serve as testaments to his enduring appeal.

2014-present

ITV revealed in January 2014 that Rowan Atkinson would be reprising his role as Mr. Bean in a brand-new animated series. The project’s initial plan called for a web series to be released online, followed by a television show. Later, in February 2018, it was disclosed that Atkinson will provide the voice of “Mr. Bean: The Animated Series” in its fifth season, which is scheduled to premiere in 2019. There are 26 episodes in this series, the first two of which aired in April 2019 on Turner networks globally and CITV in the UK. CCTV-14, a children’s channel in China, bought all five series, totaling 104 episodes, in February 2019.

With roles in films like “Dead on Time” (1983) and “Never Say Never Again” (1983), Atkinson made his film debut. His roles in films like Disney’s “The Lion King” (1994), in which he voiced Zazu, and “Four Weddings and a Funeral” (1994), in which he played a linguistically challenged priest, helped him become well-known.

The big screen saw the debut of Atkinson’s version of his television character Mr. Bean in the films “Bean” (1997) and “Mr. Bean’s Holiday” (2007). Additionally, he starred in the James Bond parody series “Johnny English” from 2003 to 2018. In “Wonka,” a 2023 prequel to Roald Dahl’s “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” Atkinson played Father Julius and delves into the early life of Willy Wonka.

Personal Life

In 1990, he wed makeup artist Sunetra Sastry, and the two of them have two kids, Ben and Lily. 2015 saw the couple’s divorce following 25 years of marriage.

Louise Ford, with whom Rowan began dating in 2013, gave birth to their daughter Isla in December 2017.

Atkinson is renowned for his love of automobiles and for amassing a substantial collection of vintage autos. It is noteworthy that he is an avid collector of automobiles, owning rare sports vehicles including a McLaren F1, which he famously crashed twice before selling for $12 million.

Awards and Achievements

Rowan Atkinson has won various prizes and recognition for his services to the entertainment business. Some of his most famous achievements are:

– British Academy Television Award for Best Entertainment Performance, 1981, 1990, 1991, 1992, and 1994.
– OBE for contributions to drama and charity (2013)
– Olivier Award for Best Comedy Performance, 2014.
– An honorary degree from Oxford University (2006)
– Honorary Fellowship from the Royal Television Society (2019).

Conclusion

He has delighted audiences all around the world and given numerous young comedians and performers inspiration with his ground-breaking Mr. Bean performances as well as his acclaimed work in film and television. Atkinson is still a well-liked character in popular culture, and his impact on humour is evident.