Chris ODowd Bio, Age, Height, Wife, Bridesmaids, IT Crowd, Net Worth, Movies and TV Shows

Posted by Martina Birk on Wednesday, August 14, 2024

Chris O’Dowd Biography

Chris O’Dowd is an Irish award-winning and nominated Actor and Comedian who was born and brought-up in Boyle, County Roscommon. He is widely known for his role in the comedy film ‘Bridesmaids’ as Officer Rhodes, which earned him an IFTA Award for Best Supporting Actor, and three nominations of Screen Actors Guild Award, Broadcast Film Critics Association Award, and Phoenix Award for Best Ensemble Acting.

Chris is also known for his appearances and roles in the Channel 4 sitcom ‘The IT Crowd’ as Roy Trenneman, the comedy-drama series ‘Get Shorty’ as Miles Daly, and in the adult animated sitcom ‘Family Guy’ as the voice of Butler, Contestant, Guard. His role as Sean Murphy in the Irish sitcom ‘Moone Boy’, earned him two awards of International Emmy Award, and IFTA Award, and four nominations of Broadcasting Press Guild Award, and three IFTA Awards.

Chris O’Dowd Age

O’Dowd is 41 years old as of 2020, he was born on 9 October 1979, in Boyle, County Roscommon, Ireland. He celebrates his birthday on the 9th October every year and his birth sign is Libra.

Chris O’Dowd Height

Chris stands at a height of 6 feet 3 inches (1.91 meters).

Chris O’Dowd Weight

O’Dowd Weighs 188 lbs (85 kg).

Chris O’Dowd Education

Chris attended and graduated from a High School in Boyle. He then enrolled at the University College Dublin (UCD), where he pursued studied sociology and politics. Later, he joined the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts.

Chris O’Dowd Family, Parents and Siblings

Chris was born to his mother Denise O’Dowd, and his father Sean O’Dowd in Boyle, County Roscommon. His mother Denise is a Psychotherapist, Counsellor, while his father Seán works as a Sign and Graphic Designer. He spent his childhood with his four older siblings including John O’Dowd, an Irish Sinn Féin politician.

Chris O’Dowd Wife and Children

O’Dowd is happily married to his wife Dawn O’Porter, a British Writer, Director and Television Presenter. The couple tied the knot on 26 August 2012, and they are blessed with two children, all sons named Arthur “Art” O’Porter, who was born on 1 February 2015 and Valentine O’Porter, who was born on 1 July 2017. The family currently resides in Ireland.

Chris O’Dowd Net Worth

Chris has an estimated net worth of $6 million dollars as of 2021. This includes his assets, money and income. His primary source of income is his career as an Actor and Comedian. Through his various sources of income, he has been able to accumulate a good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.

Chris O’Dowd Measurements and Facts

Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about him;

Chris O’Dowd Wiki

  • Full Names: Christopher O’Dowd
  • Popular As: Chris O’Dowd Irish Actor
  • Gender: Male
  • Occupation / Profession: Actor and Comedian
  • Nationality: Irish
  • Race / Ethnicity: White
  • Religion: Atheist
  • Sexual Orientation: Straight

Chris O’Dowd Birthday

  • Age / How Old?: 41 years (2020)
  • Zodiac Sign: Libra
  • Date of Birth: 9 October 1979
  • Place of Birth: Boyle, County Roscommon, United States of America
  • Birthday: 9th October

Chris O’Dowd Body Measurements

  • Body Measurements: Not Available
  • Height / How Tall?: 6 feet 3 inches (1.91 meters)
  • Weight: 188 lbs (85 kg)
  • Eye Color: Blue
  • Hair Color: Dark Brown
  • Chest Size: 42 inches
  • Waist Size: 33 inches
  • Bicep Size: 14 inches
  • Shoe Size: Not Available

Chris O’Dowd Family and Relationship

  • Father (Dad): Sean O’Dowd
  • Mother: Denise O’Dowd
  • Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Four (4) including John O’Dowd
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Wife/Spouse: Married to Dawn O’Porter
  • Dating / Girlfriend: Not Applicable 
  • Children: Sons (Arthur “Art” O’Porter and Valentine O’Porter,)

Chris O’Dowd Net Worth and Salary

  • Net Worth: $6 Million
  • Salary: $1 Million
  • Source of Income: Actor and Comedian

Chris O’Dowd Career

Chris O’Dowd Bridesmaids

Chris portrayed Officer Rhodes in the 2011 American comedy film “Bridesmaids”.  The film was directed by Paul Feig, written by Annie Mumolo and Kristen Wiig, and produced by Judd Apatow and Barry Mendel.  It was released on May 13, 2011 in the United States, and later dates to other countries.

His role earned him an IFTA Award for Best Supporting Actor, and three nominations of Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture, Broadcast Film Critics Association Award for Best Acting Ensemble, and Phoenix Award for Best Ensemble Acting.

Chris O’Dowd It Crowd

O’Dowd portrayed Roy Trenneman in the British sitcom series “The IT Crowd”. The series was created by Graham Linehan, edited by Paul Machliss, and executive produced by Ash Atalla. His role is that of the an IT technician from Ireland. He despises his job and often goes to great lengths to distract his workmates so he can do nothing. It was originally released on Channel 4 from 3 February 2006 to 27 September 2013.

Chris O’Dowd Get Shorty

Chris portrayed Miles Daly in the American comedy-drama television series “Get Shorty”. The series was created by Davey Holmes, produced by Sara E. White and Laura Jacqmin, and executive produced by Davey Holmes and Adam Arkin. It was aired on Epix from 13 August 2017 and 17 November 2019. His role is that of an enforcer for Amara De Escalones, a casino owner and gang boss in Pahrump, Nevada, who looks to escape his criminal lifestyle and enter into the film industry.

Chris O’Dowd Movies and TV Shows

Movies

  • 2003; Conspiracy of Silence as James Matthews
  • 2004; Vera Drake as Sid’s Customer
  • 2005; The Year London Blew Up as Dowd
  • 2005; Festival as Tommy O’Dwyer
  • 2007; Hotel Very Welcome as Liam
  • 2008; How to Lose Friends & Alienate People as Post Modern Review staff
  • 2009; The Boat That Rocked as “Simple” Simon Swafford AKA Pirate Radio
  • 2010; Hippie Hippie Shake as Felix Dennis
  • 2011; Bridesmaids as Officer Rhodes
  • 2012; 3,2,1… Frankie Go Boom as Bruce
  • 2013; Epic as Grub (voice)
  • 2014; Calvary as Jack Brennan
  • 2015; The Program as David Walsh
  • 2016; Mascots as Tommy (The Fist)
  • 2017; The Incredible Jessica James as  Boone
  • 2018; Juliet, Naked as Duncan Thomson
  • 2019; How to Build a Girl as Alan Wilko Wilkinson
  • TBA; The Starling as Jack Maynard

TV Series

  • 2003; Red Cap as Bernie Maddox
  • 2003–2005; The Clinic as Brendan Davenport
  • 2005; The Year London Blew Up: 1974 as Dowd
  • 2006; Showbands II as Mervin Mooney
  • 2013; The IT Crowd as Roy Trenneman
  • 2007; Roman’s Empire as Jase
  • 2009; FM as Lindsay
  • 2010; Little Crackers as Himself / Santa Claus
  • 2011; The Crimson Petal and the White as William Rackham
  • 2011–2012; Family Guy as Butler, Contestant, Guard (voices)
  • 2012–2013; Girls as Thomas John
  • 2012–2015; Moone Boy as Sean Murphy
  • 2013–2014; Monsters vs. Aliens as Dr. Cockroach (voice)
  • 2013; Family Tree as Tom Chadwick
  • 2015–2016; Puffin Rock as Narrator (voice)
  • 2017–present; Get Shorty as Miles Daly
  • 2019; State of the Union as Tom

Chris O’Dowd Tattoo

According to newsweek.com, he has confirmed him having a tattoo. He said, “I haven’t gone as far as getting a tattoo or anything, but I’m sure it’s around the corner. If all my other adult relationships collapse, maybe I will return to that adolescent obsession”.

Frequently Asked Questions About Chris O’Dowd

Who is Chris O’Dowd?

Chris O’Dowd is an Irish award-winning and nominated Actor and Comedian. He is widely known for his role in the comedy film ‘Bridesmaids’ as Officer Rhodes, which earned him an IFTA Award for Best Supporting Actor, and three nominations of Screen Actors Guild Award, Broadcast Film Critics Association Award, and Phoenix Award for Best Ensemble Acting.

How old is Chris O’Dowd?

O’Dowd is 41 years old as of 2020, he was born on 9 October 1979, in Boyle, County Roscommon, Ireland. His birth sign is Libra.

How tall is Chris O’Dowd?

Chris stands at a height of 6 feet 3 inches (1.91 meters).

Is Chris O’Dowd married?

Yes, he is married to his wife Dawn O’Porter, a British Writer, Director and Television Presenter. The couple tied the knot on 26 August 2012, and they are blessed with two children, all sons named Arthur “Art” O’Porter, who was born on 1 February 2015 and Valentine O’Porter, who was born on 1 July 2017. The family currently resides in Ireland.

How much is O’Dowd worth?

Chris has an estimated net worth of $6 million dollars as of 2021. This includes his assets, money and income. His primary source of income is his career as an Actor and Comedian.

Where does Chris?

He is a resident of West Los Angeles, California, USA, and Bermondsey, London, UK, we shall upload pictures of his house as soon as we have them.

Is O’Dowd dead or alive?

He is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.

Chris O’Dowd Contacts

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  • Facebook
  • Youtube
  • Tiktok
  • Website

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