Cillian Murphy has enjoyed widespread recognition for numerous years, yet unlike many other celebrities, he deliberately keeps his personal life shielded from the glitz and glamour of Hollywood. His journey to stardom began with a breakout role in the movie “28 Days Later,” propelling him into the limelight of the entertainment industry. Since then, he has garnered acclaim for his exceptional performances in acclaimed films and shows such as “The Dark Knight,” “Inception,” “Peaky Blinders,” and the highly anticipated 2023 movie, “Oppenheimer.”

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In 2004, Cillian Murphy got married to Yvonne McGuinness, with whom he first crossed paths back in 1996 at one of his rock band’s performances. They have two children, Malachy, aged 17, and Aran, aged 16. The couple is raising their children in Ireland.

Despite Cillian Murphy’s dedication to his craft and his remarkable performances in some of the most captivating films of the 21st century, it appears that his sons remained unimpressed by his work, especially after he missed out on the role of Batman, which ultimately went to Christian Bale.

 In a 2017 interview with Evening Standard, Murphy candidly shared, “They’re suitably underwhelmed by my work. I’m trying to keep them in that state because it’s such a silly industry.” 

Cillian Murphy and his family have purposefully chosen to lead a life removed from the busy streets of Hollywood. Opting to reside in Europe, they first lived in London for an extended period and later settled in Ireland. This decision was primarily fueled by Murphy’s profound love and commitment to his wife and children. In a 2005 interview with People Magazine, he expressed, “I don’t need to live in Los Angeles. I’d be tremendously far away from my family — I’d never see them.”

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In 2007, Cillian Murphy had another conversation with People Magazine, where he opened up about the significant impact fatherhood had on his personal development. He highlighted the importance of nurturing his children in their native homeland and shared in a 2016 interview with The Guardian, “We wanted them to be Irish, I suppose. It’s amazing how quickly their accents have adapted.”