About Me
Danesh Hanbury was born in Katana, Zaire (now the Democratic Republic of Congo). He spent the first 17 years of his life in Africa; most of them were spent growing up in Gabon. His father a Canadian of Irish and French descent, was a chemistry professor at the local University, while his mother of Persian descent was involved in international development projects. These blends of different cultures helped him build a strong sense of identity and purpose. His life in Africa an his parent’s strong moral and spiritual education are what he attributes to the foundation of his personality. He has quoted: “Africa and my Parents made me who I am; without them I don’t know where I would be”.
At the age of six Danesh was mesmerized by a Charlie Chaplin film and more notably by the effect the actor’s performance had on his family and friends. He realized that as an actor Chaplin had the power to affect an audience, make them feel something! It was at this time that he decided he wanted to be an actor. At that moment within him began the need to study and discover how to master this craft. His obsession in the dramatic arts led him to discover and study such greats at James Dean, Marlon Brando, Steve McQueen and his idol Johnny Depp.
He returned to Canada at the age of 17 and finished his high school education at Lisgar collegiate in Ottawa and later beginning his post secondary education at Carleton University. In his second year of Business Commerce he began to feel stifled and realized his wished to return to his initial passion: Acting. He promptly moved to Toronto and began pursuing his career. He began studying extensively with studios such as Sears and Switzer and starring in a number of student films and independent productions. Danesh’s passion and his desire to perform had led him on his life’s path and will continue to be the driving forces that will allow him to accomplish his dreams as an actor.
