Who is Ben Cross?

Ben Cross was a British actor known for his impressive work as a commercial actor. He was born on December 16, 1947, in London, England, and grew up in a family of six children. Cross began his acting career in the theater, where he worked for several years before making his way to the screen.

In the early 1990s, Cross began appearing in a series of commercials for Carlsberg beer in the UK. One of his most memorable ads for the brand showed him walking through a crowded bar and ordering a Carlsberg, causing everyone to stare in awe. The commercial was so successful that it helped to turn the brand into one of the most popular beers in the UK.

Cross also appeared in several other high-profile commercials, including those for BMW and American Express. He was known for his confident and charismatic on-screen presence, which helped him to stand out in a highly competitive industry.

Despite his success as a commercial actor, Cross also made a name for himself in film and television. He appeared in a number of notable movies, including the 1981 hit "Chariots of Fire," for which he received a BAFTA nomination for his portrayal of Harold Abrahams.

Throughout his career, Cross won critical acclaim for his work, and his commercial work helped to solidify his reputation as a talented and versatile actor. Despite his passing in 2020 at the age of 72, his legacy in the industry remains.