Quick Info
| Profession | Actor |
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| Nationality | British |
| Date of Birth | 01/02/1964 |
| Age | 62 years |
| Birthplace | Manchester, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
Latest News about Linus Roache
22/10/2026
It was announced that Owain & Henry, a Welsh stage production co-starring Michael Sheen, will be filmed during its run at the Wales Millennium Centre from 5 to 28 November 2026. The recording will then be released worldwide on the National Theatre at Home streaming platform the following spring. The production, written by Gary Owen, tells a chapter of Welsh history.
02/02/2026
The film The Dresden Sun, in which Linus Roache plays Malik alongside Christina Ricci and Mena Suvari, was released in 2026. It marked one of his most recent feature film appearances.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Linus William Roache |
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| Summary | British actor who began as a child performer and later built a career in theatre, film and television, including the American series Law & Order. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5′ 10″ (1.78 m) |
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Educational Qualification(s)
| Institution | Royal Central School of Speech and Drama |
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Personal Life
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Spouse | Rosalind Bennett |
| Marriage Year | 2002 |
Relationships & More
| Spouse | Rosalind Bennett |
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Family
| Father | William Roache |
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| Mother | Anna Cropper |
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Career
| Early Work | Appeared as a young Barlow in Coronation Street from 1973 to 1975 |
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| Stage | Worked for much of the following two decades on stage, including a past membership of the Royal Shakespeare Company |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Spent 18 months in India after his early acting work, where he discovered spiritual meditation. | |
| 2. His father, William Roache, is best known for playing Ken Barlow in Coronation Street. |
