Barry Keoghan is a prominent Irish actor known for his intense, versatile performances in independent films and major blockbusters.
He gained international acclaim for roles in The Banshees of Inisherin, Saltburn, Dunkirk, and The Killing of a Sacred Deer, earning a BAFTA Award and nominations for an Academy Award and Golden Globes.
Essential Data
- Full Name: Barry Keoghan
- Stage Name: Barry Keoghan
- Born: October 18, 1992
- Age: 33 years old
- Birthplace: Dublin, Ireland
- Nationality: Irish
- Ethnicity: Irish
- Occupation: Actor
- Height: 173 cm
- Religion: Christianity
- Parents: Debbie Keoghan
- Siblings: Eric Keoghan
- Spouse: Alyson Sandro
- Children: Brando Keoghan
- Relationship: Single
- Net Worth: $5 million USD
Early Life and Education
Barry Keoghan was born on October 18, 1992, in Dublin, Ireland. He was raised primarily by his mother, Debbie Keoghan, who struggled with drug addiction and passed away from a heroin overdose when he was 12. His father was absent from his life. His ethnicity is Irish.
He has one younger brother named Eric Keoghan. He and his brother spent several years in foster care across multiple homes before being raised by their grandmother, aunt, and older sister Gemma. His religion is Christianity.
Barry grew up in Summerhill, Dublin, and discovered his passion for acting through school plays. He studied acting at The Factory (now Bow Street Academy) in Dublin.
Career
Barry Keoghan began his acting journey with small roles in Irish television and films, including Love/Hate and Between the Canals.
He gained wider attention with performances in ’71 and Traders. His international breakthrough came with Christopher Nolan’s Dunkirk and Yorgos Lanthimos’ The Killing of a Sacred Deer.
Barry earned critical praise and awards recognition for The Banshees of Inisherin and delivered a memorable turn in Saltburn.
Additional credits include Eternals, The Batman, and various independent projects. He continues to select challenging roles that showcase emotional depth and unpredictability across genres.
Awards and Nominations
- BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role (The Banshees of Inisherin) – Won
- Academy Award Nomination for Best Supporting Actor
- Golden Globe Award Nominations
- Irish Film & Television Awards recognitions
Social Media
- Instagram: @barrykeoghan
Personal Life
Barry Keoghan, 33, is currently single. He was in a relationship with Alyson Sandro from 2021 to 2023; they share one son, Brando Keoghan, born in August 2022.
He had a high-profile relationship with singer Sabrina Carpenter that began in 2024 and ended in late 2024. No other long-term past relationships are known. He maintains a close bond with his son and family in Ireland. His height is 173 cm.
Net Worth
Barry Keoghan’s net worth is estimated at $5 million USD. He generates income primarily from acting roles in films and television series, brand endorsements, including Burberry, and residuals from major productions.
Filmography
- Dunkirk
- The Killing of a Sacred Deer
- Chernobyl
- The Banshees of Inisherin
- Saltburn
- Eternals
- The Batman
- Masters of the Air
- Hurry Up Tomorrow
- Crime 101
- Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man