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Pierce Brosnan Biography: Age, Career, Family and More

F4U Editorial Desk • Updated October 6, 2026 • 3 min read

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Quick Info

Date of birth16 May 1953

BirthplaceDrogheda, County Louth, Ireland

ProfessionActor, Producer, Activist

NationalityIrish, American

Marital statusMarried

SpouseKeely Shaye Smith (2001-Present); Cassandra Harris (1980-1991)

FamilyChildren include son Sean; stepchildren include Chris and others

Net worth$80 million (As in 2018)

Pierce Brosnan Biography

Pierce Brosnan is an Irish-American actor and producer best known for portraying James Bond. Born in 1953 in Drogheda, Ireland, he trained in drama in لندن

Early life and background

Pierce Brendan Brosnan was born on 16 May 1953 in Drogheda, County Louth, Ireland. He spent his early years in Navan and was raised largely by relatives after his mother went to work abroad. He moved to England during childhood and later attended St. Anne's Primary School in Navan and the Elliott School in London. Brosnan trained at Saint Martin’s School of Art and at the Drama Centre London, where he earned a degree in drama.

Career

Brosnan began working in theatre and later moved into television and film. His stage debut came in Wait Until Dark (1975), and he joined the York Theatre Royal as an acting assistant stage manager early in his career. He made his film debut in Murphy's Stroke (1979) and appeared on television in Hammer House of Horror (1980). His breakthrough on stage came with the play The Red Devil Battery Sign, a performance that brought him wide attention in London.

On screen, Brosnan became internationally identified with the role of James Bond. He was linked to the franchise at different times in his career; an earlier opportunity did not materialize when the TV series in which he starred was recommissioned, but he later took on the famous role and made it a signature part of his public profile. In 1996 he co-founded the production company Irish Dreamtime with producer Beau St. Clair, expanding his work behind the camera. His film work has at times involved physical stunts; during the making of Tomorrow Never Dies he sustained an injury that required stitches after an on-set accident.

Public profile

Brosnan holds dual Irish and American nationality and was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire in 2003. He has long been involved in public causes: since 2001 he has served as an ambassador for UNICEF Ireland and has spoken publicly in support of issues such as environmental protection, gun control and marriage equality. He and his wife Keely Shaye Smith have participated in philanthropy together, including a donation in 2007 to replace playground equipment at a school near their Kauai home.

Brosnan has maintained ties with other actors and filmmakers across generations and has been publicly recognized for his appeal, being named People magazine’s Sexiest Man Alive in 2001. His tastes and personal interests include following football and film and he has expressed favorites among films and musicians that reflect his lifelong engagement with cinema and popular culture.

Personal life

Brosnan has been married twice. He married Australian actress Cassandra Harris in 1980; she died in 1991 after a battle with ovarian cancer. He later married journalist Keely Shaye Smith in 2001. He is a father and stepfather to children from his marriages, including a son, Sean, who is an actor, and other children who have worked in or around the film industry. His family history includes time spent living with maternal grandparents and later with extended family during his youth.

Other notes and interests

Brosnan has a long-standing interest in automobiles and has owned a variety of cars. He is known to enjoy music, citing bands such as The Who and Pink Floyd among his preferences, and has named From Russia with Love and For Your Eyes Only among favorite films. He has also been active in environmental causes and public advocacy over many years.

Latest updates

In 2015 Brosnan's Malibu home suffered a fire that caused significant but repairable damage. He continues to be active in film production and public causes through his Irish Dreamtime company and charitable work.

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Recent Work

Tomorrow Never Dies

Feature film during which Brosnan sustained an on-set injury requiring stitches.

Irish Dreamtime (production company)

Co-founded production company with Beau St. Clair in 1996 to develop film projects.

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Career Highlights

  1. Stage debut in Wait Until Dark (1975)
  2. Film debut in Murphy's Stroke (1979)
  3. Television appearance in Hammer House of Horror (1980)
  4. Co-founder of Irish Dreamtime (1996)
  5. Officer of the Order of the British Empire (2003)
  6. Named People magazine’s Sexiest Man Alive (2001)
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Net Worth

$80 million (As in 2018)

Figures are editorial estimates based on publicly available reporting and may change as new information emerges.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pierce Brosnan born?

Pierce Brosnan was born on 16 May 1953.

What is Pierce Brosnan known for?

Pierce Brosnan is known for actor, Producer, Activist.

What is Pierce Brosnan’s marital status?

Pierce Brosnan's marital status is listed as Married.

Who is Pierce Brosnan married to?

Pierce Brosnan is publicly listed as married to Keely Shaye Smith (2001-Present); Cassandra Harris (1980-1991).

What is Pierce Brosnan’s net worth?

Pierce Brosnan's net worth is commonly listed as $80 million (As in 2018), based on available public profile information.