Cosmo Jarvis is a 33-year-old British-American actor, musician, and film director well-known for playing Fathometer Operator in the 2018 film “Hunter Killer.”
You might also recognize him in the British TV series “Peaky Blinder” where he played Barney although his role in this series was a short one as he only appeared in 3 episodes in 2019.
As an artist, Jarvis’s most popular songs as seen on Spotify are “Gay Pirates,” “Love This,” and “She Doesn’t Mind.” As of the time of writing he currently has 30k plus monthly listeners on Spotify and has so far released 3 albums.
Fans are gearing up to see his portrayal of Jack Blackthorne alongside stars like Hiroyuki Sanada and Anna Sawai in the upcoming TV drama series “Shogun” which will premiere on February 27, 2024.
Profile Summary
Full Name | Harrison Cosmo Krikoryan Jarvis |
Age | 34 years old |
Birth Date | September 01, 1989 |
Birth Place | Ridgewood, New Jersey |
Nationality | British & American |
Profession | Actor, Singer & Film Director |
Ethnicity | Mixed (English & Armenian American) |
Parents | Father: N/A Mother: N/A |
Relationship Status | Married |
Wife | Unknown |
Height | 5’10” 179 cm 1.79 m |
Weight | 70 kg 157 lbs |
Net Worth | $2 Million |
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Early Life & Background
Cosmo Jarvis was born on September 01, 1989, in Ridgewood, New Jersey, USA. He was born to an English father and an Armenian-American mother. Although born in New Jersey, Jarvis was brought up in Totnes, Devon with his younger brother whose identity is yet to be revealed.
Also, information about his educational background has not been shared with the public.
Professional Career
Cosmo Jarvis started making music and gained recognition for his second album, “Is the World Strange or Am I Strange?” The album included the popular song “Gay Pirates,” which Jarvis directed. The song was well-received and ranked 85 on the Triple J Hottest 100 of 2011.
Around the same time, Jarvis received compliments for his third studio album, “Think Bigger,” and began his journey in filmmaking with his first feature, “The Naughty Room,” released in 2012.
In 2015, Jarvis started acting, landing a role in William Oldroyd’s first film, “Lady Macbeth.” His performance in the indie film “Calm with Horses” got him a nomination for Best Actor at the British Independent Film Awards 2020 and the London Film Critics’ Circle.
Jarvis continued to explore acting, featuring in the fifth season of “Peaky Blinders” in 2019 and appearing in films like “Nocturnal,” “Funny Face,” “The Evening Hour,” and the TV series “Raised by Wolves.”
In 2021, he was announced as the lead in Netflix’s version of Jane Austen’s “Persuasion” and secured a role in FX’s TV mini-series “Shōgun,” set to release in 2024.
The following year (2022), he earned nominations for Best Lead Performance at the British Independent Film Awards and Best International Actor at the Irish Film and Television Awards for his part in “It Is In Us All.”
In 2023, Cosmo Jarvis joined the cast of “Alto Knights,” a gangster drama with Robert De Niro, set to release in November 2024.
Beyond the screen, Jarvis also displayed his acting in two stage plays directed by Richard Jones. In 2017, he starred in Eugene O’Neill’s “The Hairy Ape” at Park Avenue Armory in New York and “The Twilight Zone” at the Almeida Theatre in London.
Personal Life
Cosmo Jarvis maintains a private personal life, with limited information available about his personal affairs. While some aspects of his life remain undisclosed, there are indications on Wikipedia that he is a married man.
Unfortunately, specific details such as the date of his marriage and the identity of his wife or partner are not publicly known. It appears that Jarvis intentionally keeps his marital life away from the public eye, reflecting a desire for privacy in this aspect of his personal affairs.
Awards & Nominations
Cosmo Jarvis has received recognition for his outstanding performances through numerous nominations and awards:
British Independent Film Awards:
- 2022: Nominee for the British Independent Film Award for Best Lead Performance in “It Is in Us All.”
- 2021: Nominee for the British Independent Film Award for Best Actor in “Calm with Horses.”
- 2017: Nominee for the British Independent Film Award for Most Promising Newcomer in “Lady Macbeth.”
Irish Film and Television Awards:
- 2023: Nominee for the IFTA Award for Best International Actor in “It Is in Us All.”
London Critics Circle Film Awards:
- 2021: Nominee for the ALFS Award for British/Irish Actor of the Year in “Calm with Horses” and “Nocturnal.”
SXSW Film Festival:
- 2010: Nominee for the SXSW Grand Jury Award in Midnight Short for “The Alley Way.”
International Cinephile Society Awards:
- 2023: Nominee for the ICS Award for Best Actor in “It Is in Us All.”
CinEuphoria Awards:
- 2018: Nominee for the CinEuphoria Award for Best Supporting Actor – International Competition in “Lady Macbeth.”
National Film Awards, UK:
- 2018: Nominee for the National Film Award for Best Newcomer in “Lady Macbeth.”