Jerome Flynn, born on March 16, 1963, is a talented English actor and singer, renowned for his captivating performances across various mediums. He gained widespread recognition for his portrayal of Bronn in the acclaimed HBO fantasy series Game of Thrones, which aired from 2011 to 2019. Flynn's versatility as an actor is evident in his diverse roles, including Paddy Garvey in the ITV series Soldier Soldier, where he showcased his dramatic prowess from 1991 to 1995.
In addition to his work in television, Flynn has made significant contributions to the film industry. He played Bennet Drake in the BBC mystery series Ripper Street from 2012 to 2016 and took on the role of Hector in the thought-provoking Black Mirror episode Shut Up and Dance in 2016. More recently, he has appeared as Banner Creighton in the Paramount+ western series 1923, which is set to continue until 2025, and is set to star as Boris Oliver in the upcoming film L2: Empuraan in 2025.
Beyond his acting career, Flynn is also known for his musical talents. Alongside his Soldier Soldier co-star Robson Green, he formed the duo Robson & Jerome in the latter half of the 1990s. Their rendition of 'Unchained Melody' topped the UK Chart for seven weeks, selling over one million copies and becoming the best-selling single of 1995. The duo achieved further success with two additional number one singles, 'I Believe' and 'What Becomes of the Brokenhearted', and their albums, including their debut and the follow-up Take Two, both reached number one on the UK Albums Chart.