Idris Elba: Fun Facts

Idris Elba: Fun Facts

As we prepare for the Pacific Rim, one of my favorite actors is back in the spotlight and on my mind. Idris Elba will play in the summer thriller about alien invaders, and I can’t wait to see this eye-candy back on the screen again. So, while I’m waiting to feed my Idris Elba need, I decided to list a few fun facts about the sexy British actor.

Fact #1: Parents

The sexy actor was born in Hackney, London, England on September 6, 1972. He is an only child. His father’s name is Winston Elba and his mother’s name is Eve Elba.

Fact #2: Name and nicknames

Idris Elba’s born name is Idrissa Akuna Elba. Guess what? The British born actor is also a disc jockey. He is also known by DJ Big Driss. So, let the music play.

Fact #3: Personal life

Ladies, there is still hope. The British born actor is currently single. He has a daughter named Isan by his ex-wife, actress Dormowa Sherman. And, although he has stated that he will probably never marry again, things can always change.

Fact #3: Career Spotlights

1992-Elba officially began his acting career.

2006- Monty, in Tyler Perry’s Daddy’s Little Girls.

2007-He appeared on BET’s special Black Men.

2007-General Stone in 28 Days Later.

2007-Tango in American Gangster

2008-Derek Charles in Obessed

2010-Gordon Cozier in Takers (who can forget those sexy black boxers?!)

2011-Heimdall in Thor

2012- Moreau in Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance

2013- Stacker Pentecosta in Pacific Rim

Idris Elba is set to return to his role of Heimdall in the sequel to Thor, The Dark World. He will also play Nelson Mandela in Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom later this year. He continues to play Detective Chief Inspector John Luther in crime drama Luther.

Idris Elba is definitely a busy and multi-talented man. He is an actor, rapper, producer, and singer. (Not to mention, he is one of the sexiest black men in Hollywood.) The British born actor currently lives in the United States, but continues to travel to London to Luther.

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