Nigel Harman Bio, Net Worth, Wife, Movies, Facts, Family, Career

Nigel Derek Harman, professionally known as Nigel Harman is a versatile English actor. He is well recognized for his role as Dennis Rickman in the BBC soap opera "EastEnders". His earliest roles included appearances in "Alas Smith and Jones" and "The Honey Siege". However, his first major appearance came in 1984 in "Tenko". Most of Nigel's work came on the stage with notable performances coming in a revival of Guys and Dolls and in a London production of Shrek the Musical. He also had minor parts in episodes of "Red Cap", "Doctors" and "Coupling", but had to support himself by taking jobs at Pizza Hut and as a driver for supermarket chain Sainsbury's a fate not uncommon for many actors.

Harman also has won several awards in his acting career including, National Television Awards 2003, Inside Soap Awards 2004, and the British Soap Awards 2005. Additionally, the BBC announced on 7th February 2023  that Nigel had joined the cast of Casualty as Dr. Max Cristie who is the new Clinical Lead of the Emergency Department. He is also due to make his debut that same month. As well, he is active on social media as he has earned more than 17.3K followers on his Instagram account.

Nigel Harman Background

Nigel Harman opened his eyes for the very first time on 11th August 1973 in London, England. His real name is Nigel Derek Harman and his nationality is British. Likewise, his ethnic background is British-white. Nigel's religious belief is in the Christian religion and his race is white. He has celebrated his 49th birthday in 2022 and as per his birthdate, his zodiac sign is Leo. His father, Derek Harman was a bank manager but also involved in amateur dramatics including work with Croydon Operatic and Dramatic Association (CODA), an interest which was passed on to Harman. His mother, Maureen Harman was also involved in the productions, but she died when Harman was 18. He also has one sibling a brother named, Kevin Harman.

Talking about Nigel's education, he was educated at Dulwich College. However, he found school difficult: "I was never comfortable sitting down. I always wanted to get involved in something, not just learn and write. I was in so much trouble I had my own desk in detention."

Nigel Harman Movie Career

• Nigel Harman started his acting career appearing in the BBC1 drama series "Tenko" in 1984 after which he starred in productions such as "Privates on Parade", "Much Ado About Nothing" and "Summer Holiday".
• He gained much fame after appearing as Dennis Rickman in the BBC soap opera "EastEnders" however, he left "EastEnders" on 5th November 2005, and his final episode was aired on 30th December 2005. 
• He then starred as "Sky Masterson" in Guys and Dolls at the Piccadilly Theatre in the West End and left the show in March 2006.
• He appeared in the Harold Pinter play The Caretaker at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield in October 2006 and resumed the role of Sky Masterson again, joining the "Guys and Dolls" tour at the Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham in December 2006.
• Similarly, he has appeared in several TV shows such as "Three Days of Rain", "True West", "A Chorus of Disapproval ", "The School for Scandal", "What's in a Name?" and many others.
• Subsequently, he was revealed as the director for the UK tour of "Shrek The Musical" in 2014 as well as he directed a double-bill "Lunch" and "The Bow of Ulysses" in October 2016.
• As well, he played the lead as Robert Langdon in the stage adaptation tour of Dan Brown's "The Da Vinci Code". The tour opened on 10th January 2022 in Bromley.
• Apart from TV shows, Nigel can be seen in numerous films and TV series as he played the leading role in the one-off drama thriller "The Outsiders" in 2006.
• Also, he played his first major film role as singer Jess Conrad in "Telstar" as well as starred in the series "Plus One" in 2009 and took over from Max Beesley as the new male lead in the BBC drama "Hotel Babylon" playing new owner Sam Franklin. 
• He was seen as a visiting valet named Mr. Green in the fourth series of "Downton Abbey" in 2013. 
• Recently, the BBC announced on 7th February 2023 that Nigel had joined the cast of "Casualty" as Dr. Max Cristie, the new Clinical Lead of the Emergency Department. He is due to make his debut that same month.
• Nigel Harman says: "I'm honored and grateful to be joining the cast of Casualty. Many pals have donned the famous scrubs over the years and had a ball, so for me, it was an easy decision. With Max, the viewers can expect a character who leads with his heart and not always his head. Never afraid to get in a scrape or two, yet loyal to the end even if it means putting himself in danger."

Awards and Achievements

• National Television Awards 2003 Most Popular Newcomer
• British Soap Awards 2004 Sexiest Male and Best Newcomer
• Inside Soap Awards 2004 Sexiest Male and Best Actor

Nigel Harman's Wife & Children

Nigel Harman is a married man. He tied the knot with his wife beautiful wife Natalie Portman. The actor has remained loyal to his wife and we are unaware of his previous divorce as well as his ex relationships. They both seem extremely happy in their domestic life. He has not however spoken very daringly and openly about his relationship, but he definitely shows his affection whenever the two are together. Nigel is also a blessed father of one child whose details have not been revealed yet. 

Nigel and Natalie are having a good time together, which signifies they do not have affairs with other people. Starting now, the couple is carrying on with an upbeat life and their bond is going more grounded with the progression of time. 

Nigel Harman's Net Worth

Nigel Harman has established himself an identity already. He has a net worth of $5 million as of 2023 and he also earns a fine amount of salary which is around $4,00,000  per year. He's also superbly ambitious and continues to work even harder to reach his set objectives. With the potential that's in store for him, he can go miles. Bit of dedication and luck, he would definitely be unstoppable. 

Nigel has accomplished a lot in such a short span, which has provided him with the limelight. Due to that, he is getting endorsement deals from different brands, and some brands are already sponsoring him. In addition, his major source of income is his acting career.

Nigel Harman Measurements

Nigel Harman is 5 feet and 10 inches tall and he has a balanced body weight matching his height. He has good-looking dark brown hair and eyes color. Besides, his body build type is average.

Nigel's physique combined with his perfect height and masculine look takes him to the top of the desired list in young gen women. He undeniably has the quality that appeals to the opposite sex.