Alun Armstrong is a British actor best known for playing Brian Lane in New Tricks.
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10 Quick Facts About Alun Armstrong
- Full Name: Alun Armstrong
- Nationality: British
- Profession: Entertainer
- Known For: the tv show New Tricks
- Age: 79 years old
- Date of Birth: July 17, 1946
- Place of Birth: Annfield Plain, County Durham
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Sue Bairstow
- Specialization: Actor
Alun Armstrong Age
Alun Armstrong is about 80 years old as of 2026. Alun Armstrong was born in 1946.
Alun Armstrong Height
Alun Armstrong stands at a height of 5 feet 10 inches. This is approximately 178 cm.
Education
He attended Newcastle University, where he studied Fine Art.
- Newcastle University
- Field of Study: Fine Art
Rise to Fame
Alun Armstrong rose to prominence for his role on the television show New Tricks.
Notable Works
Notable screen roles include New Tricks, Braveheart, and Les Misérables.
Film
- Film: Braveheart (Mornay, 1995)
Other
- Work: New Tricks (Brian Lane, 2003–2013)
- Work: Les Misérables (Thénardier, 1985) — Original London Cast
Awards & Achievements
- Olivier Award for Best Actor in a Musical — Society of London Theatre — Sweeney Todd
Alun Armstrong Family & Relationships
Alun Armstrong is married to Sue Bairstow. He has 3 children, including Joe Armstrong and Tom Armstrong.
- Children:
- Joe Armstrong (1978)
- Tom Armstrong
- Dan Armstrong
Personal Information
- Full Name: Alun Armstrong
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Entertainer
- Nationality: British
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: July 17, 1946
- Age: 79
- Birthday: July 17
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer
- Place of Birth: Annfield Plain, County Durham
Measurements
- Height: 5 ft 10 in
- Eye Color: Blue
- Hair Color: Gray
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Sue Bairstow
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K – $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K – $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Employment
Related Biographies
- Joe Armstrong (Child • Son (Actor))
