Billy Burke Biography: Movies, Age, Children, Wife, Net Worth, Parents, TV Shows, Awards

Billy Burke is an American actor and musician best known for his role as Charlie Swan in the Twilight film series.

Born on November 25, 1966, in Everett, Washington, Burke’s career spans over three decades, during which he has appeared in numerous television series and films.

His performances in movies like “Red Riding Hood” and television shows like “Revolution” and “Zoo” have further established his presence in the entertainment industry.

Beyond acting, Burke has also pursued a music career, releasing several albums and singles.

Profile

• Full name: William Albert Burke
• Nickname: Billy
• Date of birth: November 25, 1966
• Age: 58 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Everett, Washington, United States
• Nationality: American
• Profession: Actor, Musician
• Height: 1.78 meters (5 feet 10 inches)
• Parents: William Burke (father), Blanche E. Burke (mother)
• Siblings: N/A
• Spouse: Pollyanna Rose (m. 2008; d. 2017)
• Children: Bluesy LaRue Burke
• Relationship status: Divorced
• Religion: N/A
• Ethnicity: Caucasian
• Net worth: $6 million

Early Life and Education

Billy Burke, now 58, was born on November 25, 1966, in Everett, Washington. He began singing at nine and joined a band at fifteen.

Burke attended Western Washington University, where he studied drama and performed at various local theaters in Seattle, including the Annex Theater and the A.H.A. Theater.

His early aspirations to become a musician shifted towards acting as he pursued opportunities in the entertainment industry.

Personal Life

Billy Burke married British actress Pollyanna Rose on June 15, 2008. The couple welcomed a daughter, Bluesy LaRue Burke, during their marriage.

However, they divorced in 2017 after nearly a decade together. Before his marriage, Burke was in a relationship with Canadian actress Neve Campbell.

Career

Billy Burke’s acting career began in the early 1990s with roles in television and independent films.

He gained significant attention for his role as Joey Cortino in the 1998 comedy “Mafia!” and as Charlie Swan in the Twilight saga, starting with “Twilight” in 2008. Burke has also starred in T.V. series like “24,” “Gilmore Girls,” “Revolution,” and “Zoo.”

His filmography includes “Along Came a Spider,” “Red Riding Hood,” “Lights Out,” and “Breaking In.”

Burke has continued to be active in film and television, with recent roles in the Batman: The Long Halloween animated films.

Awards

• 2013: Nominated for Best Actor on Television at the Saturn Awards for his role in “Revolution”

Net Worth

Billy Burke’s net worth is estimated to be $6 million.

His wealth primarily comes from his extensive acting career in film and television and his ventures in music.

Social Media

• Instagram: N/A
• Twitter: N/A

Filmography

• Twilight (2008)
• The Twilight Saga: New Moon (2009)
• The Twilight Saga: Eclipse (2010)
• The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1 (2011)
• The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2 (2012)
• Red Riding Hood (2011)
• Along Came a Spider (2001)
• Lights Out (2016)
• Breaking In (2018)
• Batman: The Long Halloween, Part One (2021)
• Batman: The Long Halloween, Part Two (2021)

Discography

• Removed (2010)
• The Underkill (2018)
• Burn (2023)
• History (2024)