About
Damian Lewis is a British actor and musician who has achieved international acclaim for his performances in both television and film. He rose to prominence portraying U.S. Army Major Richard Winters in the HBO miniseries *Band of Brothers*. Lewis has won a Primetime Emmy Award and a Golden Globe Award for his role as U.S. Marine Sergeant Nicholas Brody in the Showtime series *Homeland* and is also known for playing Bobby Axelrod in *Billions*.
Career Timeline
Stage Career Begins
Early roles in theatre productions.
'Band of Brothers' Breakout
Gained international recognition as Winters.
'Homeland' Success
Won Emmy and Golden Globe for Brody role.
'Billions' Leading Role
Starring role as Axe adds to acclaim.
Continued Success in Television
Maintains high profile roles in popular series.
Leading Actor
Remains a sought-after actor in television and film.
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Last updated: February 21, 2026