Born in Burnage, Manchester in 1953, David Threlfall is a celebrated actor of stage, film and television. In the latter, he is perhaps best known as the feckless Frank Gallagher in Channel 4's Shameless. In 1994 whilst working on a production of The Count of Monte Cristo at the Royal Exchange, Manchester, Threlfall met Bosnian actress Brana Bajic and the pair subsequently married a year later.
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David Threlfall is an English stage, film, and television actor widely recognized for his extensive career in British drama and comedy, including his role as Frank Gallagher in Shameless.
He is known for notable film and television appearances such as Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World, Hot Fuzz, and Patriot Games. Full schedule on Mood.
He originated the role of Smike in Nicholas Nickleby in London and performed on Broadway, alongside extensive work at the Royal Exchange, Manchester.
