Joseph Gilgun is a famous British film actor who gained the most popularity for his role as Rudy in the comedy television series "Dregs". Winner of the prestigious Rising Star SFX Awards.
Biography
The future actor was born on the ninth day of March 1984 in the small English town of Chorley. When the boy went to school, it turned out that he had a number of problems. The psychologist identified Joe with minor mental disorders, including attention deficit disorder. In addition, he had severe dyslexia. The school health worker advised his parents to enroll Joseph in a theater class, which they did.
So, combining his hobby with education, Gilgan Jr. began studying at the Lane Johnson Theater School. Joseph liked acting classes and he devoted more and more time to them, in addition, local teachers saw a certain potential in the young student and contributed in every way to his development.
Film career
Joseph's debut work can be considered a small role in the popular British television series "Coronation Street". Then the talented actor was only twelve years old, and he did not even think that this would be the beginning of his successful film career. After graduating from school, he entered one of the most prestigious art schools, the famous Ranshaw. The educational institution specialized in the design and production of clothing. Gilgan did not like this at all, he was not interested in studying, and he considered the work of a couturier not to be male. After a few months, he dropped out of his studies and got a job as a plasterer on a construction site.
Joseph worked for several years on construction sites before he was invited to play a small role in the popular TV series Shameless. After such a return to the screens, he received a new offer: a role in the British soap opera "Emmerdel". After this role, Joseph Gilgan began to be recognized in his native UK.
Real success and worldwide fame came to Gilgun with the role of Rudy in the comedy television series "Trash". The actor joined the ranks of the cast from the third season. At first, fans were skeptical about the new character. But thanks to his talent and charisma, Gilgam was able to surpass all expectations and win the love of the fans of "Waste".
After there were several works in small series and little-known films, the actor played supporting roles. Since 2016, he has starred in the popular American-made comedy television series The Preacher.
Personal life
Mental problems, which began at school, ultimately resulted in various complexes, the actor is withdrawn and has a hard time making contact with strangers. It is also difficult for him to have romances with girls. The only person he dated for a relatively long time was a partner on the television series This Is England. Nevertheless, it did not work out with her, a few years later the couple broke up.
