Colm Wilkinson is an Irish actor best known for playing Jean Valjean in Les Misérables.
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Best Known For:Les Misérables
Breakthrough:Originated the role of Jean Valjean in Les Misérables in 1985
10 Quick Facts About Colm Wilkinson
- Full Name: Colm Wilkinson
- Nationality: Irish
- Profession: Entertainer
- Known For: Les Misérables
- Date of Birth: June 5, 1944
- Age: 82 years old
- Place of Birth: Drimnagh, Ireland
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Deirdre Wilkinson
- Popular As: C. T. Wilkinson
Colm Wilkinson Age
Colm Wilkinson is about 82 years old as of 2026. Colm Wilkinson was born in 1944.
Colm Wilkinson Height
Colm Wilkinson stands at a height of 5 feet 8 inches. This is approximately 173 cm.
Rise to Fame
Colm Wilkinson rose to prominence for his role on Les Misérables.
Notable Works
Notable screen roles include Les Misérables and The Phantom of the Opera.
- Work: Les Misérables (Jean Valjean, 1985) — Originated the role on West End and Broadway
- Work: The Phantom of the Opera (The Phantom, 1989) — Originated the role in the Canadian production
Colm Wilkinson Family & Relationships
Colm Wilkinson is married to Deirdre Wilkinson. He has 4 children, including Aaron Wilkinson and Judith Wilkinson.
- Children:
- Aaron Wilkinson
- Judith Wilkinson
- Sarah Wilkinson
- Simon Wilkinson
Personal Information
- Full Name: Colm Wilkinson
- Popular As: C. T. Wilkinson
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Entertainer
- Nationality: Irish
- Living Status: Alive
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: June 5, 1944
- Age: 82
- Birthday: June 5
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini
- Place of Birth: Drimnagh, Ireland
Measurements
- Height: 5 ft 8 in
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Deirdre Wilkinson
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $50,000–$450,000 (Estimated range)
- Net Worth: $400,000–$10,000,000 (Estimated range)
- Source of Income: Performances, recordings and potentially royalties
Related Biographies
- Deirdre Wilkinson (Spouse • Wife; married 1970)
