Personal details
- Birth Date: 1962-01-23
- Height: 5′ 11″ (1.80 m)
- Birth Location: Albury, New South Wales, Australia
- Children: (3 children) Raphael Roxburgh
- Parents: John Roxburgh
- Professions: Actor, Writer, Producer
Richard Roxburgh, man, what a chameleon. The guy slips into roles like he’s switching hats, and honestly, you barely notice it’s him until you check the credits. Born and raised in Australia, he’s got that easy-going vibe but can flip the switch for a villain in a heartbeat. You probably remember his wild turn as Dracula in Van Helsing—yeah, that’s the one where Hugh Jackman’s running around fighting monsters and Roxburgh’s just chewing the scenery as this over-the-top, almost operatic vampire lord. It’s honestly one of those performances where you can’t tell if he’s in on the joke or just loving every second. Before that, he was the slippery Hugh Stamp in Mission: Impossible 2, going toe-to-toe with Tom Cruise. Not a lot of actors can make an impression in those big, bombastic action flicks, but Roxburgh holds his own with this icy, calculating energy. And then there’s his artsy side—he’s worked with Baz Luhrmann, that mad genius director behind Moulin Rouge, and totally fits into that wild, colorful, chaotic world. The dude’s not just about movies either. He writes, he produces, he probably makes a mean cup of coffee, too. And, fun fact, he’s been married to Silvia Colloca since 2004—they actually met on the set of Van Helsing, so I guess battling supernatural creatures really brings people together. They’ve got three kids, which, if you think about it, is probably more exhausting than any monster movie. Roxburgh doesn’t chase the Hollywood spotlight, but he’s one of those actors who always leaves a mark.
movies triviannThis guy’s vocal game is straight-up wild. He pretty much shape-shifts his voice for every role—one minute he’s got this high-pitched, almost cartoonish squeal as the Duke in “Moulin Rouge!”, and the next he’s dropping into this thick, velvety Romanian growl as Dracula in “Van Helsing.” Not even kidding, it’s like he’s got a different vocal cord for every character. He’ll flip from sniveling coward to seductive villain without missing a beat, and you’d never guess it’s the same actor unless you were really paying attention. That range? Nuts. Directors eat it up because, honestly, who else can sound like a weasel and a centuries-old vampire in the same decade? It’s not just accents, either—he changes pitch, rhythm, all of it. If you’re a fan of actors who really disappear into their roles, this dude’s vocal chops are something to watch for.
When it comes to picking roles, I’m not super picky—unless we’re talking about characters with a little meat to them, you know? Give me someone with layers, some baggage, maybe a backstory that’s a bit messy. Flat, one-note parts? Nah, they’re not my thing. I want to dive into the kind of roles where you’re not totally sure if you love or hate the character. The ones that make you think a little or even leave you feeling weird after the credits roll. I guess I just get bored if there’s nothing to chew on. Complexity, emotional messiness, maybe a twist you didn’t see coming—those are the stories I’m signing up for. If a script gives me room to play, to surprise myself and everyone else, that’s when I’m all in. Otherwise, what’s the point?
January 23, 1962
5′ 11″ (1.80 m)
Konidela Ram Charan
Albury, New South Wales, Australia
Yes, Raphael Roxburgh
John Roxburgh and Surekha
63 years old