Paul Ready

Biography

Paul John Ready, born on June 23, 1977, is a prominent British actor celebrated for his versatile performances across television, film, and stage. He gained widespread recognition for his role as Kevin Brady in the acclaimed series *Motherland* (2016-2022), and he has also showcased his talents as Lee in *Utopia* (2013-2014), Rob MacDonald in *Bodyguard* (2018), and Henry Goodsir in *The Terror* (2018). In film, his notable credits include *The Death of Stalin* (2017), *The Dig* (2021), *Heart of Stone* (2023), and the upcoming *Bring Them Down* (2025), demonstrating his ability to embody a wide range of characters in various genres.

Originally hailing from Birmingham and raised in Harborne, Ready honed his craft at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art. At just 17, he made his mark as Romeo in the National Youth Theatre's production of *Romeo and Juliet*, sharing the stage with future star Rosamund Pike.

Ready is a familiar face at the National Theatre and the Royal Court, where he has taken on key roles in classics like *Major Barbara*, *Saint Joan*, and *Time and the Conways*. His West End highlights include a notable performance in *One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest* alongside Christian Slater. His personal life intertwines with his professional journey; he is married to actress and writer Michelle Terry, whom he met during a 2009 production of *Love's Labour's Lost*. Together, they have one daughter and have collaborated in various productions, including *Macbeth* and *The Taming of the Shrew*. In 2025, he is set to appear in Chekhov's *Three Sisters* as Aleksandr Vershinin. Ready’s impressive career has earned him acclaim, including a commendation at the Ian Charles