British actor, Jamie Foreman has been in the business for over 40 years, garnering him a reputation as a legend of the industry. From popular soaps like EastEnders to iconic films including Oliver Twist, Jamie has been at the forefront of film and television for the duration of his career and maintains his popularity amongst viewers today. With such an established presence as an actor, Jamie is sought after as an after-dinner speaker, to share anecdotes from his extensive portfolio of performances and tales from his unconventional upbringing as the son of a renowned gangster.
Best recognised for his starring role in the 2005 version of Oliver Twist, Jamie portrayed the criminal antagonist, Bill Sikes, a performance he received much acclaim for thanks to his exceptional characterisation. Replicating such impressive embodiment of character throughout his career, some of Jamie’s most popular roles have included Duke in Layer Cake, Earl of Sussex in Elizabeth and East End loan shark, Dave in The Grind. Often cast as a villain and gangster, Jamie is revered for the authenticity he achieves in such challenging roles.
Equally prominent on the small screen, Jamie has been a regular casting choice for series since the late 70s. Whether he’s playing a reoccurring role, like he did in EastEnders from 2011, and Birds of a Feather, or making one-off debuts in Doctor Who and Law & Order: UK, Jamie remains a viewer favourite and natural talent in front of the camera. Much of Jamie’s recent work has seen him diversify into radio, taking on a range of audio plays such as the title role in Wes Bell and in the much-acclaimed Home Front.
Giving audiences an exclusive insight into his impressive career and life story, Jamie published ‘Jamie Foreman – Gangsters, Guns and Me’ in 2012, which details the influence his upbringing in criminal London had on his legitimate future. An extraordinary character, whose extensive acting performances have seen him become one of the most recognisable names in the industry, Jamie Foreman makes the ideal after-dinner speaker. Equally entertaining as he is insightful, a speaker grunted to leave a lasting impression on audiences.
How to hire Jamie Foreman
Contact the Champions Speakers Agency to provisionally enquire about hiring Jamie Foreman for your next event, today. To get in touch, simply call an official booking agent on 0207 1010 553 or email us at [email protected] for more information.
** We do not accept requests for autographs, signed merchandise, fan mail, birthday messages or any other non-commercial contact with the speakers or acts. Each speaker on the website may not have necessarily worked with Champions in the past but are known to perform such engagements within the industry.
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