Paul Blackthorne
- Born:
- 5 March 1969, Wellington, Shropshire, England
- Nationality:
- British
- Profession(s):
- Actor, Photographer, Activist
Early Life and Education
- Born and raised in Wellington, Shropshire, England.
- No readily available information regarding formal higher education, but Blackthorne pursued acting from a relatively early age.
Career and Major Achievements
- Began his acting career primarily in British television and film.
- Gained international recognition for his role as Captain Andrew Russell in the ITV drama series Peak Practice.
- Significant breakthrough role as Stephen Saunders in the Fox action drama 24.
- Starred as Detective Quentin Lance in The CW superhero series Arrow.
- Notable work also includes appearances in ER, The Dresden Files, Lip Service, and Holby City.
- Actively involved in philanthropic and activist endeavors, particularly related to environmental conservation and social justice.
Notable Works
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Judas Kiss | Miles Deegan |
| 2001 | Fourteen Songs and a Funeral | Tom Reynolds |
| 2005 | Long Distance | Raymond |
| 2006 | Special | Werner von Kant |
| 2015 | Dumbbells | Jack Guy |
Television
| Year(s) | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1996 | The Bill | Liam Agostini |
| 1999-2000 | Peak Practice | Dr. Andrew 'Andy' Russell |
| 2004 | 24 | Stephen Saunders |
| 2007 | The Dresden Files | Harry Dresden |
| 2012-2020 | Arrow | Detective Quentin Lance/Earth-2 Quentin Lance |
Legacy and Impact
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