Who is Ray Winstone?

Ray Winstone is an English actor, producer, writer, musician, and director. People mostly know him for his role as Carlin in the 1979 film ‘Scum’. Additionally, he also played Kevin in ‘Quadrophenia’ and Will Scarlet in the television series ‘Robin of Sherwood’.

Ray Winstone’s Early Life, Childhood, and Education

Winstone was born as Raymond Andrew Winstone in Homerton, London on February 19, 1957. He was born to parents Raymond J. Winstone and Margaret. His mother had a job emptying fruit machines and his father ran a fruit and vegetable business. Since his father took him to the cinema every Wednesday afternoon, he developed a keen interest in acting since his childhood years. He is of English and British nationality. Furthermore, he belongs to the English ethnic background.

Talking about his education, Winstone attended Brimsdown Primary School and later joined Edmonton County School. Additionally, he also attended Corona Theatre School. Eventually, he left with a single CSE (Grade 2) in Drama. Furthermore, he was also enrolled at the Corona Stage Academy in Hammersmith.