Scottish actor and musician, best known for portraying Sandor "The Hound" Clegane on the HBO TV series Game of Thrones (2011-2014, 2016-2019). Before becoming an actor, McCann worked as a bridge painter (on the Forth Road Bridge), landscape gardener and carpenter. McCann is the former frontman of a defunct band called Thundersoup. He plays the piano, guitar, banjo and mandolin. He is known for living a solitary, transient lifestyle. He often lives on his boat or in places without modern conveniences. Link to Wikipedia biography Read less
Born: April 24, 1969 in Paisley, United Kingdom
Rory McCann is a Scottish actor, best known for his portrayal of Sandor "The Hound" Clegane in the HBO fantasy series Game of Thrones. Prior to acting, McCann worked as a bridge painter, landscape gardener, and carpenter. His career began with an appearance in a commercial for Scott's Porage Oats, dressed as a strongman wearing a kilt.
McCann's acting career has spanned film and television. He appeared in films such as Alexander (2004), Hot Fuzz (2007), Clash of the Titans (2010), and Slow West (2015). His television work includes roles in The Book Group, State of Play, and most notably, Game of Thrones (2011-2019). His role as The Hound earned him widespread critical acclaim and significantly boosted his public profile.
Information on Rory McCann's most recent projects after Game of Thrones is limited. He maintains a relatively low public profile. While there have been rumors and discussions regarding potential projects, confirmed news is scarce in publicly available information.
Rory McCann maintains a notably private life and does not appear to have an official presence on major social media platforms. Fan accounts and unofficial pages exist, but none appear to be managed by McCann himself.
Rory McCann is known for his preference for privacy and is known for enjoying outdoor activities and a less public lifestyle. Interviews are infrequent, adding to his enigmatic public image. Details about his personal life are generally kept private.
Before his acting career, Rory McCann worked various jobs, including as a painter on the Forth Road Bridge. He suffered a near-fatal climbing accident in 1990. He is a skilled musician, playing the banjo, guitar, mandolin, and piano.
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