Colin Farrell. biography

Irish actor Colin Farrell was born on May 31, 1976 in Castleknock, Dublin, Ireland. While in Ireland, Farrell was a promising goalkeeper for Castleknock Celtic.

After his playing days came to an end, Farrell began acting. His first major role came as the lead in Tigerland. Farrell followed that up with roles in Minority Report, Phone Booth, S.W.A.T. and The Recruit.

Farrell starred in Oliver Stone's Alexander in 2004. His most recent box office success was Miami Vice, which made over $160 million worldwide.

In July 2005, Farrell filed a lawsuit attempting to prevent a sex tape from becoming public. Later that year, he voluntarily checked into a rehabilitation center for addiction to drugs and painkillers.

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