Trivia

Was considered for the role of James Bond in Casino Royale (2006).

Once suggested by Pierce Brosnan as an excellent candidate for the role of James Bond. The two actors appeared in the James Bond films Tomorrow Never Dies, The World Is Not Enough and, Die Another Day together in which Pierce was starring as James Bond.

Plays the drums and is an acclaimed jazz trumpeter. While filming the role of the trumpet-playing character Note Makoti in The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency (2008), he performed the concert scene himself.

His role in Alien vs. Depredador (2004) was written specifically for him.

Frequently has a role in the films of Paul W.S. Anderson.

Is ranked in People Magazine's 50 Most Beautiful People in the World. [1993]

Governor of Apple Computer's notschool.net program.

A fan of football and has appeared on the popular football show, Soccer am. He is a fan of his home town club, Luton Town FC .

Son of nurse Sylvia Ivy Brudenell Salmon (d. 22 September 1986).

Directed 'Blues Man For 'the Young Writers Festival at London's Royal Court.

Performed on stage in 'Buddy', 'All or Nothing at All' and After Dawn'.

Has a sister, Trudie.

He was a guest call taker for the phone lines of the donations to The Prince's Trust 30th Birthday: Live.

Nominated for Best Newcomer Award British Television Industries.