Freshly won an Oscar for Oppenheimer, Cillian Murphy becomes the new ambassador of the Italian brand, Versace! A first partnership for the actor who will leave an unforgettable mark in the heart of the fashion sphere.
Versace announces having chosen 47-year-old Irish actor Cillian Murphy, as the very first male face of Versace Icons. He thus follows in the footsteps of Anne Hathaway, herself named Versace Icon in 2023.
Murphy, recently crowned of an Oscar for best actor for his leading role in Oppenheimer, captivated the audience in an Atelier Versace tuxedo, adorned with a gold Sauvereign brooch. This campaign marks the first collaboration of Murphy with the brand based in Milan and will see him highlight iconic pieces from the Versace Icons collection.
Cillian Murphy stars in upcoming Versace campaign
Murphy began working with director Christopher Nolan in 2005 in The Dark Knight Trilogy. He also appeared in Inception and Dunkirk. The Irish actor gained even greater notoriety for his role as Tommy Shelby in Peaky Blinders.
For his interpretation of J. Robert Oppenheimer, Murphy also received a BAFTA award and Golden Globe Award last January. A unique talent, greatly highlighted by the Artistic Director of the House, Donatella Versace.
« I am delighted that Cillian is joining the Versace family. He is a truly exceptional actor and he totally deserves his Oscar. He's magnetic and fascinating on camera, and I loved watching him bring Versace to life. » Thus, the Versace Icons campaign featuring Cillian Murphy will be launched worldwide from April 3, 2024.
By Clémence BODEAU
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