Paul O'Brien, a South African-born Australian surfer from the Gold Coast, defies convention with his extraordinary life story. Growing up as a foreign kid, he struggled with a stutter and blinking problem, making him stand out in a crowd. However, it was a James Bond film that would change the course of his life forever. O'Brien was captivated by the suave and sophisticated spy, and he became obsessed with emulating his idol. To achieve this, he enrolled in speech and drama lessons, dedicating himself to mastering multiple martial arts, biohacking, cold therapy, and breath work.
This unwavering dedication allowed O'Brien to overcome his humble beginnings and rise to fame as a Logie-winning actor on the popular Australian television series Home and Away. For four years, he played the lovable cop Jack Holden in the hit show, captivating audiences with his charming performance. Following his departure from the show, O'Brien has gone on to star in a wide range of projects, showcasing his impressive acting range.
Some of his notable roles include playing Rod Miller in the critically acclaimed UNDERBELLY, the action-packed film Message Man, and the Australian Christmas flick Christmas Down Under, opposite John Jarrett. In 2019, he starred in the romantic drama A Summer to Remember, shot on location in Fiji alongside Katherine Bell, and most recently, he played the Bond-inspired bad boy Brad in The Spy Who Never Dies.
O'Brien's impressive combat skills and stunt fighting abilities have been utilized in many films, with his most recent release, The Spy, featuring him performing all his own stunts. When he's not in front of the camera, O'Brien can be found indulging in his other passions, including spending time by the ocean, camping, surfing, directing actors, playing the guitar, making his girlfriend laugh, and cooking for his friends.
