Actor
Barry Keoghan
Based In
Primarily based between Ireland, the United Kingdom, and the United States for work.
Origin
Dublin, Ireland
Years Active
2011 – Present
Barry Keoghan – Biography
Barry Keoghan – Full Information
- Full Name: Barry Keoghan
- Profession: Actor
- Nationality: Irish
- Date of Birth: 18 October 1992
- Age: 33 years (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: Dublin, Ireland
- Zodiac Sign: Libra
- Height: Approximately 1.70 m (5 ft 7 in)
- Years Active: 2010/2011 – Present
Family Members
- Mother: Debbie Keoghan (passed away when Barry was young due to drug addiction-related issues).
- Brother: Eric Keoghan.
- Father: Name not publicly disclosed.
- Son: Brando Keoghan (born in 2022).
- Former Partner: Alyson Kierans (dental nurse and orthodontic therapist).
Educational Qualification
- Schooling: Completed basic education in Dublin, Ireland.
- College/University: No publicly known university degree.
- Acting Training: Received acting training at The Factory, Dublin.
Career Highlight
| Year | Project Name | Role | Career Highlight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Stand Up | Stand Up Bully | Acting debut in a short film |
| 2011 | Between the Canals | Aido | First feature film appearance |
| 2013 | Love/Hate | Wayne | Breakthrough television role in Ireland |
| 2014 | ’71 | Sean Bannon | First major international film recognition |
| 2017 | The Killing of a Sacred Deer | Martin Lang | Critically acclaimed performance |
| 2017 | Dunkirk | George Mills | Global breakthrough through a blockbuster film |
| 2018 | American Animals | Spencer Reinhard | First leading role in a major international production |
| 2019 | Calm with Horses | Dymphna | Won widespread critical praise |
| 2021 | Eternals | Druig | Marvel Cinematic Universe debut |
| 2022 | The Batman | Joker (Cameo) | Introduced as a version of the Joker character |
| 2022 | The Banshees of Inisherin | Dominic Kearney | BAFTA Award winner and Oscar nomination |
| 2023 | Saltburn | Oliver Quick | Career-defining lead performance and global popularity |
| 2024 | Bird | Bug | Acclaimed lead role at international film festivals |
| 2024 | Masters of the Air | Lt. Curtis Biddick | Major prestige television project |
| 2025 | Hurry Up Tomorrow | Lee | High-profile Hollywood project |
| 2026 | Crime 101 | Ormon | Major crime-thriller role alongside A-list cast |
| 2026 | Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man | Duke Shelby | Return to the popular Peaky Blinders franchise |
| 2028 | The Beatles – A Four-Film Cinematic Event | Ringo Starr | One of the biggest roles of his career (filming) |
Awards List
| Year | Award Association | Category | Award Name | Film/Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Irish Film & Television Awards | Film | Actor in a Lead Role | Mammal | Nominated |
| 2017 | Irish Film & Television Awards | Special | Rising Star Award | N/A | Nominated |
| 2017 | Dublin Film Critics’ Circle | Film | Breakthrough Artist | The Killing of a Sacred Deer | Won |
| 2017 | Dublin Film Critics’ Circle | Film | Best Actor | The Killing of a Sacred Deer | Runner-up |
| 2017 | Florida Film Critics Circle | Film | Best Supporting Actor | The Killing of a Sacred Deer | Nominated |
| 2017 | Pauline Kael Breakout Award | Film | Breakout Award | The Killing of a Sacred Deer | Nominated |
| 2017 | San Diego Film Critics Society | Film | Breakthrough Artist | N/A | Nominated |
| 2017 | Seattle Film Critics Society | Film | Best Supporting Actor | The Killing of a Sacred Deer | Nominated |
| 2017 | Seattle Film Critics Society | Film | Villain of the Year | The Killing of a Sacred Deer | Nominated |
| 2017 | Village Voice Film Poll | Film | Best Supporting Performance | The Killing of a Sacred Deer | Nominated |
| 2018 | British Independent Film Awards | Film | Best Supporting Actor | American Animals | Nominated |
| 2018 | Independent Spirit Awards | Film | Best Supporting Male | The Killing of a Sacred Deer | Nominated |
| 2018 | Irish Film & Television Awards | Film | Best Supporting Actor | The Killing of a Sacred Deer | Won |
| 2018 | Chlotrudis Society for Independent Films | Film | Best Supporting Actor | The Killing of a Sacred Deer | Nominated |
| 2018 | Columbus Film Critics Association | Film | Best Supporting Actor | The Killing of a Sacred Deer | Nominated |
| 2018 | Evening Standard British Film Awards | Film | Best Supporting Actor | The Killing of a Sacred Deer | Nominated |
| 2018 | International Cinephile Society | Film | Best Supporting Actor | The Killing of a Sacred Deer | Nominated |
| 2019 | BAFTA Awards | Film | Rising Star Award | N/A | Nominated |
| 2019 | National Film Awards UK | Film | Best Supporting Actor | American Animals | Nominated |
| 2020 | Irish Film & Television Awards | Television | Best Supporting Actor – Drama | Chernobyl | Nominated |
| 2020 | Irish Film & Television Awards | Film | Best Supporting Actor | Calm With Horses | Nominated |
| 2021 | BAFTA Awards | Film | Best Supporting Actor | Calm With Horses | Nominated |
| 2021 | British Independent Film Awards | Film | Best Supporting Actor | Calm With Horses | Nominated |
| 2021 | North Texas Film Critics Association | Film | Best Supporting Actor | The Green Knight | Nominated |
| 2022 | Chicago Film Critics Association | Film | Best Supporting Actor | The Banshees of Inisherin | Nominated |
| 2022 | Greater Western New York Film Critics Association | Film | Best Supporting Actor | The Banshees of Inisherin | Nominated |
| 2022 | North Texas Film Critics Association | Film | Best Supporting Actor | The Banshees of Inisherin | Nominated |
| 2022 | Online Association of Female Film Critics | Film | Best Supporting Male | The Banshees of Inisherin | Nominated |
| 2022 | Washington D.C. Area Film Critics Association | Film | Best Supporting Actor | The Banshees of Inisherin | Nominated |
| 2023 | Academy Awards | Film | Best Supporting Actor | The Banshees of Inisherin | Nominated |
| 2023 | Screen Actors Guild Awards | Film | Outstanding Male Actor in a Supporting Role | The Banshees of Inisherin | Nominated |
| 2023 | Screen Actors Guild Awards | Film | Outstanding Cast in a Motion Picture | The Banshees of Inisherin | Nominated |
| 2023 | BAFTA Awards | Film | Best Supporting Actor | The Banshees of Inisherin | Won |
| 2023 | Critics’ Choice Awards | Film | Best Supporting Actor | The Banshees of Inisherin | Nominated |
| 2023 | Critics’ Choice Awards | Film | Best Acting Ensemble | The Banshees of Inisherin | Nominated |
| 2023 | Golden Globe Awards | Film | Best Supporting Actor – Motion Picture | The Banshees of Inisherin | Nominated |
| 2023 | Irish Film & Television Awards | Film | Best Supporting Actor | The Banshees of Inisherin | Nominated |
| 2023 | Alliance of Women Film Journalists | Film | Best Supporting Actor | The Banshees of Inisherin | Nominated |
| 2023 | Austin Film Critics Association | Film | Best Supporting Actor | The Banshees of Inisherin | Nominated |
| 2023 | Columbus Film Critics Association | Film | Best Supporting Actor | The Banshees of Inisherin | Nominated |
| 2023 | Denver Film Critics Society | Film | Best Supporting Actor | The Banshees of Inisherin | Nominated |
| 2023 | Georgia Film Critics Association | Film | Best Supporting Actor | The Banshees of Inisherin | Nominated |
| 2023 | Hawaii Film Critics Society | Film | Best Supporting Actor | The Banshees of Inisherin | Nominated |
| 2023 | Hollywood Critics Association | Film | Best Supporting Actor | The Banshees of Inisherin | Nominated |
| 2023 | Houston Film Critics Society | Film | Best Supporting Actor | The Banshees of Inisherin | Nominated |
| 2023 | International Cinephile Society | Film | Best Supporting Actor | The Banshees of Inisherin | Nominated |
| 2023 | London Film Critics’ Circle | Film | Supporting Actor of the Year | The Banshees of Inisherin | Won |
| 2023 | National Society of Film Critics | Film | Best Supporting Actor | The Banshees of Inisherin | Nominated |
| 2023 | North Carolina Film Critics Association | Film | Best Supporting Actor | The Banshees of Inisherin | Nominated |
| 2023 | North Dakota Film Society | Film | Best Supporting Actor | The Banshees of Inisherin | Nominated |
| 2023 | Online Film Critics Society | Film | Best Supporting Actor | The Banshees of Inisherin | Nominated |
| 2023 | Phoenix Critics Circle | Film | Best Actor | Saltburn | Nominated |
| 2023 | San Diego Film Critics Society | Film | Best Supporting Actor | The Banshees of Inisherin | Nominated |
| 2023 | Seattle Film Critics Society | Film | Best Supporting Actor | The Banshees of Inisherin | Nominated |
| 2023 | Toronto Film Critics Association | Film | Best Supporting Actor | The Banshees of Inisherin | Nominated |
| 2023 | UK Film Critics Association | Film | Best Actor | Saltburn | Nominated |
| 2023 | Vancouver Film Critics Circle | Film | Best Supporting Actor | The Banshees of Inisherin | Nominated |
| 2024 | BAFTA Awards | Film | Best Actor in a Leading Role | Saltburn | Nominated |
| 2024 | Golden Globe Awards | Film | Best Actor – Motion Picture Drama | Saltburn | Nominated |
| 2024 | British Independent Film Awards | Film | Best Supporting Performance | Bird | Nominated |
| 2024 | Hasty Pudding Theatricals | Special | Man of the Year | N/A | Won |
| 2024 | Hollywood Critics Association | Film | Best Actor | Saltburn | Nominated |
| 2024 | Satellite Awards | Film | Best Actor – Motion Picture Comedy or Musical | Saltburn | Nominated |
| 2025 | Irish Film & Television Awards | Film | Best Supporting Actor | Bird | Nominated |
About Barry Keoghan
Barry Keoghan is an Irish actor famous for Saltburn, The Banshees of Inisherin, Dunkirk, and Eternals.
He was born on 18 October 1992 and is 33 years old (as of 2026).
No, but he received an Academy Award nomination for The Banshees of Inisherin.
Saltburn is widely regarded as his most popular leading-role performance.
He is Irish.