8 Surprising Facts You Didn't Know About Daniel Craig

Before becoming an actor, he aspired to be a rugby player.

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Craig started his career in Shakespeare’s plays.

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He worked as a waiter to support himself financially.

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Craig attended school with many famous people.

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He is the first James Bond actor born after the series began.

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Craig is the first James Bond to be under six feet tall.

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He is the oldest actor to portray James Bond.

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Only four people attended his wedding.

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