Wales has produced some of the world’s most talented actors and musicians, including Hollywood star Catherine Zeta-Jones, renowned singer Tom Jones, and Cerys Matthews, as well as bands like Stereophonics and Manic Street Preachers, who have all achieved international success despite coming from small Welsh towns.
What might surprise you is that some of the wealthiest Hollywood actors hail from Wales. Anthony Hopkins, known for his role in “Hannibal,” has amassed a fortune of $160 million.
Wealthiest Welsh Actors (Credits: Wales Online)
Christian Bale, famous for his portrayal of Batman, boasts a wealth of $120 million. Additionally, Michael Sheen, known for his role in “Masters of Se*x,” has accumulated a fortune of $16 million. Anthony was born in Margam near Port Talbot, Christian in Haverfordwest (mid-Wales), and Michael in Newport (South Wales).
If you want to impress your friends with some essential Welsh phrases, here are a few to get you started:
“Shwmae” (pronounced shoo-my) – This is a common informal greeting in Welsh, similar to saying “hi” or “hello.”
“Diolch” (pronounced dee-olch) – This means “thank you” in Welsh, a useful phrase to show appreciation.
“Croeso” (pronounced croy-so) – This word means “welcome” and is often used to greet guests or visitors.
“Hwyl” (pronounced hoo-eel) – This versatile word can mean “fun,” “excitement,” or “goodbye” depending on the context.
“Cwtch” (pronounced kutch) – A warm hug or cuddle, this word is often used to describe a comforting embrace.
Using these phrases will not only impress your friends but also show your appreciation for Welsh culture and language.
