Dominic Cooper is a modest and homely heartthrob

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Edward Dominic Cooper was born and raised in Greenwich, UK, where he had a wonderful childhood and an excellent education.

The beginning of Cooper's career

His training took place at the school of Thomas Tullis in the city of Kidbroke, after which the guy entered the London Academy of Art. There, Dominic began to get involved in art and a year after graduating from the academy, he made his debut on the stage of the National Royal Theater in the play Mother Clap's Male Brothel. After a successful debut, the famous creator-playwright Bennet offered Cooper the role of Dakin in his play The History Lovers. The play became so popular that television and radio versions soon appeared with the participation of Dominic. Also, the actor flashed on the screens in Tom Vaughn's comedy-drama Hit the Top Ten.

Dominic Cooper: filmography of the famous actor

In 2002, Cooper played in Patrick Harkins' drama The Last Curtain, in 2003 - in Craig Ferguson's melodrama I'll Be There, as well as in Bill Anderson's action movie Warrior Princess. Of course, fame did not fall on the actor immediately, notshone with interesting facts and his biography. Dominic Cooper played minor roles for some time in passing series and even starred in commercials for condoms. The actor's notable role was the role of Spencer in the 2006 teen comedy Hit the Top Ten. In the same year, Cooper was awarded the British Independent Film Award. He became the most promising young actor on stage.

Iconic role for Cooper

The next significant role was the reincarnation of the future Prime Minister of England and the author of tea with bergamot Count Charles Gray in the historical drama about the life and fate of the Duchess of Cavendish "The Duchess" in 2008. Dominic's partners in the film were such stars as Keira Knightley (Duchess of Devonshire), Rife Fiennes (Duke of Devonshire), Charlotte Rampling (Lady Spencer). The actor also played a significant role in Rupert Wyatt's thriller Prison Break.

In the same year, Cooper played a role in the film "Mamma Mia!", Which made him mega-popular. The film is simply replete with stars: Colin Firth, Stellan Skarsgard, Pierce Brosnan, Meryl Streep. Dominic plays the handsome Sky, whom the charming Sophie (Amanda Seyfried) wants to marry according to all the ceremonial rules. But who will lead the girl to the altar? Because she doesn't know her father. Then the bride begins to look for her father herself. All the fun begins when potential dads arrive for the wedding.

In 2009, Dominic Savage's film "Free Fall" appeared, where Dominic Cooper played the roleDave. In the same year, the drama A Short Interview with the Bastards directed by John Krasinski was released, where Cooper played the role of one of the interviewees. This film is an adaptation of a collection of short stories by American writer David Wallace who committed suicide due to wild bouts of depression. This is a very strong drama in terms of emotions and plot, difficult to perceive, but leaving a mark on the soul.

2010-2014 - a fateful year in the life of Dominic

In 2010, the actor starred in the film adaptation of the novel by Charles Dickens "The Life of David Copperfield, told by himself." This story has nothing to do with the best illusionist of our time. The film is about a boy, David, who was raised by a tyrant stepfather. The boy's life was unbearable, and after the death of his mother, he was left alone in the world. Moreover, having taken possession of David's house, his stepfather wants to marry his beloved girl.

Dominic Cooper's last prominent role was the role of Henry Sturges in the 2012 film "Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter", directed by Timur Bekmambetov, a Russian of Kazakh origin. 2013 was marked by One Less, with Cooper as Darcy, and Summer in February, about early 20th-century bohemian life in Cornwall.

2014 has become rich in premieres. Dominic played the role of Ian Fleming in the TV series Fleming, starred in the racing action movie Need for Speed, as well as in the science fiction action movie Captain America: The Winter Soldier and the crime thriller Reasonable Doubt. In the summer, the premiere of the fantasy "Dracula: Year One" is expected, wherefilmed by Dominic Cooper. The filmography of the actor is extensive. He has appeared in more than 60 films and TV series. But most of all, Dominic Cooper paid attention to the theater. Theatrical performances based on the books of F. Pullman's "His Dark Materials" became the brightest.

Actor's personal life

Dominic Cooper, whose personal life is not as successful as his film career, on the set of the musical "Mamma Mia!" began an affair with his on-screen fiancée Amanda Seyfried. In life, the actors also got engaged, but the wedding did not take place. The break happened in May 2010. The reason was the residence of busy career lovers in different countries. Although, according to Amanda, she will always have tender feelings for Dominic and will not marry someone who will interfere with their communication.

The actor does not flaunt his personal life. He devotes all his free time to theater and cinema. However, according to the actor himself, he himself has never seen films with his participation. He also has little interest in the opinion of strangers about him as an actor. The best critics for him are relatives and friends who will point out shortcomings and praise where necessary. Here he is at home, this Dominic Cooper.