Noted for his extraordinary life journey, Richard Hitchen's path to stardom was marked by a series of unconventional twists and turns. Born in the vibrant city of Salford in 1974, Hitchen's early years were filled with the rhythm and beauty of ballet, musical theatre, and the thrill of stage performances at his local youth theatre group.
After years of honing his craft, Hitchen's acting career took a sudden detour, as he opted to trade in his acting dreams for a life of manual labor. For over two decades, he worked as a plumber, a profession that would ultimately lay the foundation for his future success.
However, Hitchen's passion for acting never truly faded, and at the age of 41, he made the bold decision to return to the stage and screen His. perseverance paid off in a big way, as he landed the lead role in Ken Loach's critically acclaimed film "Sorry We Missed You", a performance that earned him a BIFA nomination for best actor.
Since then, Hitchen has gone on to star in numerous leading roles on TV and film, cementing his status as a talented and versatile actor. Despite the unconventional twists and turns his career has taken, Hitchen's dedication to his craft has remained unwavering, and he continues to captivate audiences with his performances.
