Stuart Bowman Biography

Stuart Bowman is a Scottish actor. He is famously known for playing head of MI5, Stephen Hunter-Dunn in the BBC’s record breaking ‘Bodyguard’. Also known for his regular appearances as Sergeant Thomson in ‘Gary: Tank Commander’.

Stuart Bowman is also greatly known for his portrayal of Alexandre Bontemps in the Canal+ series ‘Versailles’. Bowman is an established character actor on television. His role as Bontemps, however, raised his public profile.

It necessitated living in Paris for the three years that Versailles took to film. Later on, he said that he did not regret the conclusion of the series.

“With Bontemps I don’t think there was much I would be able to do with him beyond season three…So, for me, it felt right and natural that it was finishing there.”

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Stuart Bowman Date Of Birth | Stuart Bowman Actor Age

Stuart Bowman was born in Dundee and brought up in Fife and Clackmannanshire. His actual date, month and year of birth are not clearly known. We will update you immediately we get the actual and factual information.

Stuart Bowman Net Worth

Stuart has accumulated a huge fortune from his career as an actor. He is famously known for playing head of MI5, Stephen Hunter-Dunn in the BBC’s record breaking ‘Bodyguard’. Also known for his regular appearances as Sergeant Thomson in ‘Gary: Tank Commander’.

He is also greatly known for his portrayal of Alexandre Bontemps in the Canal+ series ‘Versailles’. Bowman is an established character actor on television. His role as Bontemps, however, raised his public profile.

It necessitated living in Paris for the three years that Versailles took to film. Later on, he said that he did not regret the conclusion of the series. Stuart Bowman net worth is however currently under review. We will update you on more details about his net worth.

Stuart Bowman Movies And Tv Shows | Stuart Bowman Game Of Thrones | Stuart Bowman Bodyguard

• 2019 Deadwater Fell (TV Mini-Series) (announced)
• 2018 Lore (TV Series documentary)
• 2018 Bodyguard (TV Series)
• 2015-2018 Versailles (TV Series)
• 2018 Holy F__k (Short)
• 2016 The Increasingly Poor Decisions of Todd Margaret (TV Series)
• 2015 Slow West
• 2015 Suspects (TV Series)
• 2015 The Musketeers (TV Series)
• 2014 Edge of Heaven (TV Series)
• 2008-2014 Doctors (TV Series)
• 2013 Case Histories (TV Series)
• 2009-2012 Gary Tank Commander (TV Series)
• 2010 Rab C. Nesbitt (TV Series)
• 1995-2007 The Bill (TV Series)
• 2003 The Deal (TV Movie)
• 2002 Attachments (TV Series)
• 2000 London’s Burning (TV Series)
• 1997 Thief Takers (TV Series)

Stuart Bowman Interview

Q: You were born in Scotland and lived in London. How have you liked “being French”?

Stuart Bowman: C’est magnifique, bien sur! There’s an “auld alliance” between the French and the Scots that has made my life a little easier, perhaps, than my English comrades.

Q: The show is said to have a mix of sex, lies and political intrigue. Which does it have the most of, or dare we ask?

Stuart Bowman: I think that’s fair. The political machinations are the fascinating elements for me, as my character is at the very heart of power. So many elements of our show resonate with shows like The West Wing and House of Cards. But these modern worlds are run by older people. Louis XIV’s world was peopled by young people who had much more exuberant, and therefore messy, and therefore interesting, sex lives.

Q: You’ve said this was your dream job. How so?

Stuart Bowman: The scripts are superb, the characters are three dimensional and possess conflicting moral codes, the cast is (with some, rare but notable, exceptions) young and beautiful, we shoot in some of the world’s most beautiful palaces, and are shot by some of the world’s best talent, I ride horses and have hair. We live in Paris. My children have become bilingual. BEST. JOB. EVER!

Q: I believe you! Now, why was this the most expensive drama French television ever made? Other than to pay for you, of course…

Stuart Bowman: Ha-ha! I wish! The wigs cost €4000 each and the main cast members have at least two each. I can only imagine what all the handmade costumes cost, and the Palace of Versailles is not a low-cost rental.

Q: Did you all want to do this series in the French language?

Stuart Bowman: No, my French has improved, but convincing French people that I’m a Frenchman would be a much longer project. Seriously, the decision was made to shoot in English way before we were on board, and that decision was entirely based on international sales. To make their money back, the producers simply had to shoot in English.

Q: So Bontemps slept at the foot of the king’s bed on a cot, ever so humble. And I hope Louis didn’t snore. How does that arrangement strike you as Stuart, not Bontemps?

Stuart Bowman: It’s almost impossible to separate Stuart from Bontemps as far as these sorts of fabulous historical facts are concerned. When you understand that what’s in the script is accurate, you get excited about the mind-blowing implications it has for viewers. Versailles is littered with extraordinary events that had the actors, and, consequently, the viewers, scrambling for the history books for verification—which generally was found.

Q: You really do wear elaborate costumes. Does that suit you?

Stuart Bowman: There’s a large degree of costume envy on set, and I am probably the most guilty. George (Blagden who plays Louis XIV) seems to have a new outfit whenever Louis changes his mind, which is often. Poor Bontemps has burgundy party trousers or blue. Shame for Bontemps! Still, the party trousers are magnificent, and I will NEVER tire of having flowing hair. To be dressed and “haired” by Madeleine Fontaine and Miguel Santos is an absolute privilege.

Q: What can viewers expect in the finale—and let’s also talk to those who maybe haven’t had the pleasure of seeing the show yet…?

Stuart Bowman: When I saw our show for the first time I binge watched the last six episodes. I am deeply jealous of the people who have yet to see the finale—it really doesn’t disappoint. The immersion into the world of Louis XIV, and the relentless pace, continues all the way to the final frame. I truly believe it’s the most compelling TV drama I’ve ever seen. If you haven’t seen any of it yet, buckle up, for you’re in for a smart, beautiful, sexy, utterly absorbing, thrillingly bumpy ride. Enjoy!

Q: What do we need to know about Bontemps that maybe isn’t immediately apparent?

Stuart Bowman: Alexandre Bontemps was one of the most influential men in Louis’ life. That much, I think, is clear from the show. What we don’t see is his enormous wealth and power outside the court. He was one of the richest men in France and that wealth came from the numerous extra duties (and pay packets) that Louis bestowed on him, we presume, for his unflappable loyalty.

Stuart Bowman: He controlled the town and Palaces of Versailles and Marly, and was a prominent member of the Royal Council. A really interesting break from the story we represent in Versailles is that “Historical Bontemps” was in charge of the Swiss Guard, the team responsible for Louis’ security. So Bontemps was, in fact, Fabien. [In the series, Fabien is the leader of King Louis’ Stasi-like police force.] Go figure!

Q: How do you stay in shape to portray the character, and to stay on top of your health?

Stuart Bowman: I was born and brought up in Scotland. It’s not a country known for its dietary discipline. Deep-fried pizza was a common treat after a skinful (a large amount of alcohol) on a Friday night. But, thankfully, my parents’ genes have given me a super-fast metabolism which burns off any unnecessary, but brilliant indulgence. I’m VERY lucky in that respect.

Q: All that rich French food: What’s your (real) healthy eating plan?

Stuart Bowman: You really don’t see many overweight people in Paris. I think that’s maybe because there isn’t a fast-food culture. Yes, there may be rich cream sauces with everything, but people eat meals when they’re hungry, and don’t snack on junk. That’s pretty much what I do. And, wow, the caterers on Versailles make it very easy to stick to these meals. The food we get is truly awesome!

Q: Mental/emotional balance is so important. You’re an actor—which is not always easy—you have a family and life throws us stuff. So how do you stay level, if you do, of course?

Stuart Bowman: I have two small boys and an extraordinarily supportive partner. The most magical thing that Versailles has brought me is the fact that they’ve been able to share this Parisian adventure with me. They came over at the beginning of Season One, and we are still living in Paris full time, as a unit, two years on.

Q: And how is that going? The children will be bilingual and so cosmopolitan.

Stuart Bowman: My 5-year-old is now in his third year at French public school and is a fluent French speaker, and my wee 2-year-old started his linguistic journey in both English and French. I couldn’t be prouder of what Cand (his partner, Candida Benson) and I have achieved as parents with this opportunity because we’ve made hard decisions together. That growing sense of being an indestructible team is, I’m sure, what keeps my feet mostly planted on the ground. I do, however, have my moments. Sorry, Candida. No, really, sorry!

SOURCE: parade.com