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Public records list George Costigan as a screenwriter and film actor. Born on August 29, 1947, George Costigan is from Portsmouth, United Kingdom. That works out to 78 years old in 2026.
My Take
George Costigan is the kind of British character actor I instinctively trust. Forever tied to his turn as Bob in Rita, Sue and Bob Too, he has spent decades quietly elevating projects like Happy Valley from the margins of the frame. The fact that he also writes tells me he understands stories from the inside out. I have always valued actors who never chase the spotlight yet make every scene feel more grounded simply by being in it. His longevity, stretching back to the 1970s, is its own quiet achievement, and to me it embodies the durable craftsmanship of English stage and screen.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- George Costigan
- Name (Japanese)
- ジョージ・コスティガン
- Reading
- じょーじ・こすてぃがん
- Born
- August 29, 1947 (age 78)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Virgo / Boar
- Origin
- Portsmouth, United Kingdom
- Occupation
- actor / screenwriter / film actor
2. Links
- Wikipedia (English)https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George%20Costigan
- Wikidatahttps://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q5538142
3. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-21
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was George Costigan born?
Born August 29, 1947 (age 78).
Where is George Costigan from?
George Costigan is from Portsmouth, United Kingdom.
What does George Costigan do?
George Costigan works as actor, screenwriter, film actor.
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