Date of Birth : Sep 21st 1965
Wenham was raised in the Catholic religion and attended Christian Brothers’ High School, Lewisham. He worked as a bingo caller and an insurance clerk before becoming successful as an actor.
He was also seen in Van Helsing playing Hugh Jackman’s sidekick, Friar Carl. His character, Dilios, narrated and appeared in the movie 300. Minor roles of Wenham’s in overseas films include in The Crocodile Hunter as a park ranger, and briefly in Moulin Rouge! as Audrey. Wenham stars in the music video for Alex Lloyd’s single “Brand New Day”.
In both Lord of the Rings: Return of the King and 300, Wenham’s character is the sole survivor returned from an ill-fated battle (the Battle at Osgiliath and the Battle of Thermopylae, respectively).
He has one daughter, Eliza Jane, with his longtime girlfriend, Kate Agnew. His nickname, “Daisy”, originates from his childhood.
In 1999, he presented the Village Roadshow Pictures Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role.