* Early Career: He started his acting career in theatre, performing in numerous plays and musicals. This included playing the role of "Percival" in a 1991 production of "The Boy from Oz," which would later be adapted into a Broadway musical.
* Acting and Presenting: He worked as a presenter for the children's television program "The Big Breakfast" in the UK.
* Teaching: He was a physical education teacher at a school in London.
* Odd Jobs: He took on various odd jobs, including being a waiter and doing bar work.
It wasn't until he landed the role of Wolverine in the X-Men film franchise in 2000 that he achieved international fame. He has since become a renowned actor, winning a Tony Award for his performance in the Broadway musical "The Boy from Oz," and earning an Academy Award nomination for his role in "Les Misérables."