Hugh Laurie is not only an accomplished actor but also a talented musician and writer.
He has won a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Television Series Drama for his role in 'House'.
Laurie has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, recognizing his contributions to the entertainment industry.
Biography
Early Life
James Hugh Calum Laurie was born on June 11, 1959, in the Blackbird Leys area of Oxford, England. He was the youngest of four children in a family with a strong academic and athletic background; his father, William George Ranald Mundell Laurie, was a physician and an Olympic gold medalist in rowing. Growing up, Laurie had a complex relationship with his mother, Patricia, which he described as strained. Despite a home environment where belief in God was not emphasized, Laurie developed a unique perspective on pleasure and life, often feeling it was something to be earned rather than enjoyed freely.
Career
Laurie's career began in comedy, where he gained recognition as part of the English double act Fry and Laurie alongside Stephen Fry. Their collaboration included the acclaimed BBC sketch show "A Bit of Fry & Laurie" and the adaptation of P.G. Wodehouse's works in "Jeeves and Wooster." He also starred in the period comedy series "Blackadder" from 1986 to 1989. Transitioning into music, Laurie showcased his talents as a musician, releasing several albums, including "Let Them Talk" and "Didn’t It Rain," which highlight his passion for blues and pop music. His musical endeavors have been well-received, further establishing him as a multifaceted artist.
Personal Life
Laurie married theatre administrator Jo Green on June 16, 1989, and they have three children together. His close friendship with Stephen Fry has been a significant aspect of his life, with Fry serving as the best man at his wedding. Laurie has openly discussed his struggles with clinical depression, revealing how it has shaped his outlook on life. An avid motorcycle enthusiast, he enjoys riding in both London and Los Angeles, reflecting his adventurous spirit beyond the stage and screen.
Legacy
Hugh Laurie has received numerous accolades for his work, including a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and multiple Golden Globe Awards. His contributions to both comedy and music have left a lasting impact, making him a beloved figure in the entertainment industry.
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Discography
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban2026
- 1.Opening Credits1:04
- 2.Chapter One – Owl Post24:28
- 3.Chapter Two – Aunt Marge’s Big Mistake25:14
- 4.Chapter Three – The Knight Bus27:14
- 5.Chapter Four – The Leaky Cauldron30:19
- 6.Chapter Five – The Dementor41:17
- 7.Chapter Six – Talons and Tea Leaves41:57
- 8.Chapter Seven – The Boggart in the Wardrobe26:56
- 9.Chapter Eight – Flight of the Fat Lady32:01
- 10.Chapter Nine – Grim Defeat33:16
- 11.Chapter Ten – The Marauder’s Map44:52
- 12.Chapter Eleven – The Firebolt35:13
- 13.Chapter Twelve – The Patronus29:57
- 14.Chapter Thirteen – Gryffindor versus Ravenclaw26:14
- 15.Chapter Fourteen – Snape’s Grudge34:51
- 16.Chapter Fifteen – The Quidditch Final35:27
- 17.Chapter Sixteen – Professor Trelawney’s Prediction27:31
- 18.Chapter Seventeen – Cat, Rat and Dog25:34
- 19.Chapter Eighteen – Moony, Wormtail, Padfoot and Prongs15:30
- 20.Chapter Nineteen – The Servant of Lord Voldemort31:38
- 21.Chapter Twenty – The Dementor’s Kiss14:14
- 22.Chapter Twenty‐One – Hermione’s Secret44:15
- 23.Chapter Twenty‐Two – Owl Post Again28:23
- 24.End Credits14:38
- 25.Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban692:03
Live on the Queen Mary2013
- 1.Hamp's Hump4:09
- 2.Junco Partner3:28
- 3.Evenin'3:29
- 4.Kiss of Fire4:01
- 5.Staggerlee4:37
- 6.Day and Night3:44
- 7.The Weed Smoker's Dream5:10
- 8.Didn't It Rain3:47
- 9.Winin'Boy Blues4:27
- 10.Louisiana Blues2:56
- 11.Send Me to the 'lectric Chair5:53
- 12.Wild Honey5:10
- 13.Careless Love6:56
- 14.Swanee River3:01
- 15.I Hate a Man Like You6:40
- 16.Tipitina6:25
- 17.Go to the Mardi Gras3:57
- 18.Encore: Changes4:46
Didn’t It Rain2013
- 1.The St. Louis Blues4:21
- 2.Junker’s Blues2:56
- 3.Kiss of Fire3:27
- 4.Vicksburg Blues4:29
- 5.The Weed Smoker’s Dream4:18
- 6.Wild Honey4:21
- 7.Send Me to the ’Lectric Chair5:27
- 8.Evenin’3:03
- 9.Didn’t It Rain2:52
- 10.Careless Love5:21
- 11.One for My Baby4:00
- 12.I Hate a Man Like You4:18
- 13.Changes3:58
- 14.Unchain My Heart3:41
- 15.Yeh Yeh (live)4:00
Let Them Talk2011
- 1.St. James Infirmary6:23
- 2.You Don’t Know My Mind3:39
- 3.Six Cold Feet4:55
- 4.Buddy Bolden’s Blues3:13
- 5.Battle of Jericho3:48
- 6.After You’ve Gone4:09
- 7.Swanee River2:43
- 8.The Whale Has Swallowed Me3:37
- 9.John Henry3:34
- 10.Police Dog Blues3:33
- 11.Tipitina5:07
- 12.Winin’ Boy Blues3:00
- 13.They’re Red Hot1:12
- 14.Baby, Please Make a Change4:58
- 15.Let Them Talk4:10
Jerome K. Jerome's Three Men in a Boat1994
- 1.Expedition Plans18:34
- 2.Departure16:19
- 3.Embarkation15:02
- 4.Evening on the Water19:49
- 5.The Open Thames16:22
- 6.Marlow and Beyond19:18
- 7.Oxford19:27
- 8.Three Men Out of a Boat15:53
The World of Jeeves and Wooster1992
- 1.Jeeves and Wooster1:15
- 2.Jeeves and Wooster Say What Ho!1:03
- 3.The Blue Room3:08
- 4.Meanwhile in Berkeley Square2:07
- 5.Barmy's Choice1:39
- 6.Nagasaki2:56
- 7.The Amateur Dictator4:32
- 8.Because My Baby Don't Mean Maybe Now3:29
- 9.Midnight in Mayfair2:49
- 10.Minnie the Moocher Is Alive and Well and Living in Berkeley Square2:30
- 11.Minnie the Moocher3:24
- 12.A Weekend in the Country3:52
- 13.Changes2:54
- 14.Fire1:44
- 15.If I Had a Talking Picture of You2:45
- 16.Jeeves and Wooster Say Tinkerty Tonk!0:30
- 17.The Daily Grind2:07
Hallelujah, I Love Her So2011
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You Don’t Know My Mind2011
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Whose Line Is It Anyway?2012
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Saturday Night Fry2009
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Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire2026
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Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix2026
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Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets2025
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The Giraffe and the Pelly and Me & Esio Trot2013
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The Giraffe and the Pelly and Me2007
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Label
- Record label
- Warner Records
Achievements
Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor – Series, Miniseries or Television Film
Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Drama Series
- Award
- Commander of the Order of the British Empire
- Award
- Satellite Award for Best Actor – Television Series Drama
- Award
- star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
- Award
- Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Television Series Drama
- Award
- TCA Award for Individual Achievement in Drama
- Award
- Teen Choice Award for Choice TV Actor Drama
Groups
- Band From TVcurrent
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Identifiers & aliases
James Hugh Calum Laurie is an English actor, comedian, and musician. Laurie first gained professional recognition as a member of the English comedy double act Fry and Laurie with Stephen Fry. Fry and Laurie acted together in several projects during the 1980s and 1990s, including the BBC sketch comedy series A Bit of Fry & Laurie and the P. G. Wodehouse adaptation Jeeves and Wooster. From 1986 to 1989, Laurie appeared in three series of the period comedy Blackadder.
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