Ray Winstone to Feature in TV Series ‘The Gentlemen’

Renowned actor Ray Winstone is gearing up to make an appearance in the upcoming TV series ‘The Gentlemen‘ as revealed on Jonathan Ross‘ talk show.

Winstone, recognized for his compelling portrayals of gangsters with a distinctive Cockney accent, sheds light on his lesser-known side during the interview.

The 67-year-old actor boasts an impressive resume having collaborated with industry legends like Steven Spielberg and clinched a Bafta for his role in ‘The Proposition.’

Known as the go-to guy for tough, Cockney characters in film and television,

Winstone’s upbringing in London is evident in his distinct accent. Originally from Plaistow, he later moved to _____.

Intriguingly, Winstone crossed paths with notorious figures from a young age, sharing a humorous anecdote about Ronnie Kray when he was just a few months old in 1957.

Academically, Winstone was not a standout and left school with minimal qualifications. He found solace in boxing, even becoming the welterweight champion of London in his schoolboy years.

Despite facing setbacks, such as expulsion from drama school for an incident involving the headteacher’s car tires, Winstone persisted and kickstarted his acting career—a testament to his resilience and determination.

Notably, Winstone’s breakthrough role was as Carlin in the 1977 play ‘Scum,’ where he coined the iconic catchphrase ‘Who’s the daddy?’

His acting repertoire is diverse, spanning from television series like ‘Birds of a Feather’ to blockbuster films such as ‘Hugo’ and ‘Snow White and the Huntsman.’

In a personal aspect, Winstone tied the knot with Elaine Winstone in 1979, and together they have three children, including actress Jaime Winstone, known for her roles in ‘Kidulthood’ and ‘Dead Set.’

However, Jaime’s standout portrayal of Barbara Windsor in ‘Babs’ and Peggy Mitchell in a ____ flashback episode in 2022 notably captivated audiences.

The family man fondly reminisces about attending his daughter’s recent wedding, describing it as the best he’s ever experienced.

Looking ahead, Winstone is set to make waves in ‘The Gentlemen,’ a spin-off TV series from Guy Ritchie‘s film of the same name, where he portrays Bobby Glass, a seasoned criminal from the East End.

Despite past differences with the director, Winstone shares how they reconciled for this collaboration during his enthusing conversation with Jonathan Ross.

Fans of Ray Winstone can catch his interview on The Jonathan Ross Show, airing on Saturday, February 24, at 9:35 pm on ITV1 and ITVX.