Murray Bartlett

Murray Bartlett: biography

Murray Bartlett is an Australian actor who is best known for his work in television.

Childhood and youth

Murray Bartlett was born on March 20, 1971, in Sydney, Australia. Not much is known about his childhood and youth, as he tends to keep his personal life private.

However, in interviews, Bartlett has revealed that he grew up in a working-class family and was the youngest of four siblings. He has also mentioned that he was drawn to the performing arts from a young age and participated in school plays and other local productions.

After completing high school, Bartlett went on to study acting at the National Institute of Dramatic Art in Sydney. He later moved to New York City to pursue his career as an actor and has lived and worked there for many years.

While Bartlett has not spoken extensively about his childhood and youth, his experiences growing up in a working-class family and his early interest in the performing arts may have shaped his approach to acting and his perspective on life.

Movie career

Murray Bartlett has had a successful career in film, with roles in a number of critically acclaimed movies. He first gained notice in the Australian film industry, appearing in films such as "Head On" (1998), "Lantana" (2001), and "Bitter and Twisted" (2008). He also appeared in the 2013 adaptation of "The Great Gatsby," directed by Baz Luhrmann, where he played the role of Jabez Wilson.

One of Bartlett's most notable movie roles was in the 2015 movie "Looking: The Movie," which served as a conclusion to the HBO series "Looking," in which he played the character of Dom. The movie received positive reviews and provided closure to the characters' storylines, and Bartlett's performance was praised for its emotional depth and nuance.

In addition to his film work in Australia and the United States, Bartlett has also appeared in international productions. He had a supporting role in the 2016 French film "Glory," which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival, and he appeared in the 2018 Italian movie "A Casa Tutti Bene."

Bartlett's versatility as an actor has allowed him to take on a range of different roles in his film work, from dramatic to comedic. He has also demonstrated a willingness to take on smaller or more unconventional projects, such as the 2017 experimental film "Diamonds in the Sky," which was shot entirely on iPhones and explores themes of intimacy and connection.

While Bartlett may be better known for his work in television, his film work has also been a significant part of his career. His performances are marked by a sense of authenticity and emotional depth, and he has a talent for bringing complex and nuanced characters to life on the screen.

Personal life

Murray Bartlett tends to keep his personal life private, and there is not much information available about his personal relationships. He is openly gay, and his portrayal of gay characters in both "Looking" and "The Great Gatsby" has been praised for its sensitivity and authenticity. He lives together with his partner Matt.

In interviews, Bartlett has spoken about his love for travel, meditation, and the outdoors, and he is known to be an advocate for environmental causes. He has also mentioned that he enjoys cooking and is a fan of vegetarian and vegan cuisine.

Despite his private nature, Bartlett is well-respected in the industry and has a reputation as a hardworking and dedicated actor. He has received praise from both critics and fellow actors for his talent and his commitment to his craft, and he is known to be well-liked by his colleagues on set.

Filmography

• Dad and Dave: On Our Selection (1995)
• The Three Stooges (2000)
• Needle (2010)
• August (2011)
• Girl Most Likely (2013)
• The Great Gatsby (2013)
• Stubborn (2015)
• Looking: The Movie (2016)
• Glory (2016)
• A Casa Tutti Bene (2018)
• Final Stop (2018)
• Ad Astra (2019)
• The Stand In (2020)

Bartlett has also appeared in a number of short movies, as well as in television series and theater productions. His performances in "Looking" and "Looking: The Movie" are particularly noteworthy, as they received critical acclaim and helped to establish Bartlett as a respected actor in the industry.

Awards

Murray Bartlett has been nominated for and won several awards throughout his career. Here is a list of some of his notable nominations and wins:

• In 2015, Bartlett was nominated for a Gold Derby Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Movie/Mini-Series for his role in "Looking."
• In 2016, Bartlett was nominated for an Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited Series or Movie for his role in "The Normal Heart."
• In 2017, Bartlett won the Queerty Award for Best Actor in a TV Series for his role in "Looking."
• In 2017, Bartlett was nominated for a Gotham Independent Film Award for Best Actor for his role in the movie "August."
• In 2019, Bartlett was nominated for a Critics' Choice Television Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Limited Series or Movie Made for Television for his role in "Tales of the City."
• In 2022, Bartlett won Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie.