Brendan Coyle Quotes

A collection of quotes by Brendan Coyle.

Brendan Coyle is a British actor, best known for his portrayal of Mr. John Bates in the popular television series, "Downton Abbey." Coyle was born on December 2, 1962, in Corby, Northamptonshire, England. His passion for acting started at a young age, and he pursued his dreams by attending drama school.

Coyle's career took off in the early 1990s, with notable appearances in various stage productions including "The Arbour" and "The Weir." He made his debut on the big screen in 1997 with the film "Tomorrow Never Dies," and continued his success with roles in "The Jacket" and "The Raven."

However, it was Coyle's role as the loyal and honorable valet, Mr. Bates, in the hit series "Downton Abbey" that brought him widespread recognition and critical acclaim. His performance as the brooding and complex character earned him numerous awards and nominations.

Since the conclusion of "Downton Abbey" in 2015, Coyle has appeared in several television shows such as "Requiem" and "Spotless," as well as films like "Me Before You" and "Mary Queen of Scots." Known for his ability to portray characters with depth and emotion, Brendan Coyle has established himself as a highly respected actor in both film and television.

The qualities I am looking for in Miss Right are intelligenc

The qualities I am looking for in Miss Right are intelligence and humour.

Brendan Coyle

Intelligence

My dad was a master butcher and I trained to be a butcher wh

My dad was a master butcher and I trained to be a butcher when I left school. I didn't enjoy it at the time but I love cooking now, so perhaps I would have been a chef.

Brendan Coyle

Dad

I left school at 16 but I wish I'd gone to university - I th

I left school at 16 but I wish I'd gone to university - I think I would have studied English literature. I had a knack for that. But I don't think you have the kind of wisdom at 16 to make that decision.

Brendan Coyle

Wisdom

When I was in my 30s, I was at the end of a long-term relati

When I was in my 30s, I was at the end of a long-term relationship and going through a very hard time. I'd had about 15 different addresses and a series of relationships. I thought, 'It's time to have a look at yourself.'

Brendan Coyle

Relationship

I think great humor lies in playing the truth of a situation

I think great humor lies in playing the truth of a situation. I see myself as a performer and that applies to a Greek drama or a modern comedy.

Brendan Coyle

Humor

You can't be a casual observer of something humorous - you h

You can't be a casual observer of something humorous - you have to engage, you have to find it funny for the relationship between actor and audience to work.

Brendan Coyle

Relationship

I think great humor lies in playing the truth of a situation

I think great humor lies in playing the truth of a situation.

Brendan Coyle

Humor