Barry Keoghan

"After everything I've been through, foster care, losing my parents and things like that, I've never been one to say, 'I'm not going to try.' I used it all as ammunition." Magnetic Irish actor Barry Keoghan rose to fame for his roles in acclaimed films such as "Dunkirk," "The Killing of a Sacred Deer" and "The Banshees of Inisherin." Despite a tumultuous childhood marked by his mother's drug addiction and numerous family foster homes, Keoghan persevered to become an award-winning actor. His most notable performances include that of a young civilian sailor in Christopher Nolan's Dunkirk and his role in The Banshees of Inisherin, which earned him Golden Globe and Oscar nominations. Keoghan continues to make waves in Hollywood, most notably captivating and shocking audiences as Oliver Quick in Emerald Fennell's Saltburn, demonstrating his ability to evoke a character both obsessive and endearing. Keoghan's dedication to his craft is evident in his disciplined approach, drawing parallels to his passion for boxing, which instills a sense of structure, routine, and simplicity. With an unwavering commitment, Keoghan demonstrates that he is himself the architect of his own fate.