Ian David McShane is an English actor, producer, and director who is known for acting in English films and television series. He was born on 29th September 1942.
Ian made his film debut in 1962 with the film, The Wild and the Willing.
In 1964, Ian made his television debut with the television series, Redcap. In that year, he appeared in two other television series, Spanner in the Grass Works and The Sullavan Brothers.
From 1965 to 2003 he appeared in several films, such as The Pleasure Girls (1965), Sky West and Crooked (1966), If It’s Tuesday, This Must Be Belgium (1969), Pussycat, Pussycat, I Love You (1970), Freelance (1971), Sitting Target (1972), The Last of Sheila (1973), Ransom (1974), Journey into Fear (1975), The Fifth Musketeer (1979), Cheaper to Keep Her (1981), Exposed (1983), Torchlight (1985), Sexy Beast (2000), Bollywood Queen (2002), Nemesis Game (2003) etc. During this period he was seen in numerous television series, such as You Can’t Win (1966), Wuthering Heights (1967), Whose Life Is It Anyway? (1972), The Lives of Jenny Dolan (1975), The Fantastic Journey (1976), Code Name: Diamond Head (1977), The Pirate (1978), Armchair Thriller – High Tide (1980), Magnum, P.I. (1981), The Letter (1982), Bare Essence (1983), Braker (1985), American Playhouse (1986), Grand Larceny (19879, Chain Letter (1988), Miami Vice (1989), Columbo (1990), White Goods (1994), Soul Survivors (1995), Madson (1996), The Naked Truth (1997), Babylon 5: The River of Souls (1998), D.R.E.A.M. Team (1999), Thieves (2001), Man and Boy (2002), The Twilight Zone (2003) etc.
Later, in 2004, Ian starred in the television series, Deadwood. His performance was praised and he won Television Critics Association Awards for Individual Achievement in Drama and Golden Globe Awards for Best Actor – Television Series Drama and five nominations. Nine Lives was his only released film in 2005. For his performance, he was nominated for Gotham Awards for Best Ensemble Cast. He had two released films in 2006, We Are Marshall and Scoop. In 2007, he gave his voice to two films, Shrek the Third and The Golden Compass. He also acted in two films. In 2008, he appeared in the television show SpongeBob SquarePants. In that year, he gave his voice to Kung Fu Panda and acted in the film, Death Race. In 2009, he starred in three films, 44 Inch Chest, Coraline and Case 39. He also worked as an executive producer in 44 Inch Chest. For the film, he won San Diego Film Critics Society Awards in the Best Ensemble Performance segment. Kings was his only released television show of the year.
In the following years, he acted in several films, such as The Sorcerer’s Apprentice (2010), Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides (2011), Snow White and the Huntsman (2012), Jack the Giant Slayer (2013), John Wick (2014), Bilal (2015), The Hollow Point (2016), John Wick: Chapter 2 (2017), Here Comes the Grump (2018), John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum (2019) etc. Some of his notable television series are Kung Fu Panda Holiday Special (2010), American Horror Story: Asylum (2012), Ray Donovan (2015), Game of Thrones (2016), American Gods (2017), Deadwood: The Movie (2019), The Simpsons (2021) etc.
He also appeared in a video game, John Wick Hex.
Name | Ian McShane |
Nickname | Lovejoy |
Date of birth | 29th September 1942 |
Birthplace | Blackburn, Lancashire, England |
Age (as in 2022) | 80 years old |
Zodiac sign | Libra |
Profession | Actor |
Nationality | American |
Religion | Not Known |
Hometown | Blackburn, Lancashire, England |
Address | Blackburn, Lancashire, England |
Hobbies | Update Soon |
Years active | 1962- present |
Ian McShane Career –
- Ian made his film debut in 1962 with the film, The Wild and the Willing.
- In 1964, Ian made his television debut with the television series, Redcap. In that year, he appeared in two other television series, Spanner in the Grass Works and The Sullavan Brothers.
- From 1965 to 2003 he appeared in several films, such as The Pleasure Girls (1965), Sky West and Crooked (1966), If It’s Tuesday, This Must Be Belgium (1969), Pussycat, Pussycat, I Love You (1970), Freelance (1971), Sitting Target (1972), The Last of Sheila (1973), Ransom (1974), Journey into Fear (1975), The Fifth Musketeer (1979), Cheaper to Keep Her (1981), Exposed (1983), Torchlight (1985), Sexy Beast (2000), Bollywood Queen (2002), Nemesis Game (2003) etc. During this period he was seen in numerous television series, such as You Can’t Win (1966), Wuthering Heights (1967), Whose Life Is It Anyway? (1972), The Lives of Jenny Dolan (1975), The Fantastic Journey (1976), Code Name: Diamond Head (1977), The Pirate (1978), Armchair Thriller – High Tide (1980), Magnum, P.I. (1981), The Letter (1982), Bare Essence (1983), Braker (1985), American Playhouse (1986), Grand Larceny (19879, Chain Letter (1988), Miami Vice (1989), Columbo (1990), White Goods (1994), Soul Survivors (1995), Madson (1996), The Naked Truth (1997), Babylon 5: The River of Souls (1998), D.R.E.A.M. Team (1999), Thieves (2001), Man and Boy (2002), The Twilight Zone (2003) etc.
- In 2004, Ian starred in the television series, Deadwood.
- Nine Lives was his only released film in 2005.
- He had two released films in 2006, We Are Marshall and Scoop.
- In 2007, he gave his voice to two films, Shrek the Third and The Golden Compass. He also acted in two films.
- In 2008, he appeared in the television show SpongeBob SquarePants. In that year, he gave his voice to Kung Fu Panda and acted in the film, Death Race.
- In 2009, he starred in three films, 44 Inch Chest, Coraline and Case 39. He also worked as an executive producer in 44 Inch Chest. Kings was his only released television show of the year.
- In the following years, he acted in several films, such as The Sorcerer’s Apprentice (2010), Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides (2011), Snow White and the Huntsman (2012), Jack the Giant Slayer (2013), John Wick (2014), Bilal (2015), The Hollow Point (2016), John Wick: Chapter 2 (2017), Here Comes the Grump (2018), John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum (2019) etc. Some of his notable television series are Kung Fu Panda Holiday Special (2010), American Horror Story: Asylum (2012), Ray Donovan (2015), Game of Thrones (2016), American Gods (2017), Deadwood: The Movie (2019), The Simpsons (2021) etc.
- He also appeared in a video game, John Wick Hex.
Ian McShane Family Background –
Ian was born in Blackburn, Lancashire, England to Harry McShane and Irene. His father was a professional footballer.
Father | Harry McShane |
Mother | Irene |
Brother | N/A |
Sister | N/A |
Ian McShane Marital status/ Relationship and More –
Marital status of Ian McShane is Married. On the personal front, Ian married actress Suzan Farmer in 1965. They separated in 1968.
Later he married model Ruth Post in 1970. Together, they had two children, Kate and Morgan. They separated in 1976.
On 30 August 1980, he again married Gwen Humble.
Marital status | Married |
Affairs/ Girlfriend | Update Soon |
Wife/ Spouse | Holiday Reinhorn (1965 – 1983) Ruth Post (1970 -1976) Gwen Humble (1980 – ) |
Marriage Date | Holiday Reinhorn – 1965Ruth Post – 1970Gwen Humble – 30 August 1980 |
Children | Daughter – KateSon – Morgan |

Ian McShane Height/ Weight & Physical State –
The height of Ian McShane is approximately 5 feet 7½ inch and the body weight is around 70 kg. His body type is Pear. He has stylish black hair and attractive blue eyes.
Height | In feet– 5 feet 7½ inches In Centimeter– 170.18 cm IN Meter– 1.70m |
Weight | In Kilogram-70 kg In Pounds– 154.3 lbs |
Eye color | Blue |
Hair Color | Black |
Ian McShane Favourite
Favourite Actor | N/A |
Favourite Actress | N/A |
Favourite Song | N/A |
Favourite Movie | N/A |
Favourite Cuisine | Italian, |
Favourite Color | Black, Blue |
Favourite Sport | Basketball |
Favourite Destination | New York |
Ian McShane Educational Qualification –
He attended Stretford Grammar School. Later, he became a member of the National Youth Theatre. He studied at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA).
School | Stretford Grammar School |
College | Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) |
Qualification | Graduation |
Ian McShane’s Net worth –
The net worth of Ian McShane is estimated to be approximately 10 million dollars. Rainn’s income source mostly comes from his profession.
Net worth (2022) | $ 10 million |
Salary | $ 10 Lakh Film |
Source of Income | Acting |
Car Collection | Not Known |
Some lesser-known facts about Ian McShane –
- Does Ian McShane Smoke? Not Known
- Does Ian McShane Drink Alcohol? Not Known
- Ian was born in Blackburn, Lancashire, England.
- In 1964, Ian made his television debut with the television series, Redcap.
- Ian made his film debut in 1962 with the film, The Wild and the Willing.
- He supports Manchester United Football Club.