He's No Rogue One, but Felicity Jones's Husband Charles Guard Is Pretty Cool
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Felicity Jones is expecting her first child with her husband, Charles Guard! The actress has been in the spotlight for several years now, thanks to a string of top-tier roles in movies such as The Theory of Everything, Rogue One, and, this year, The Aeronauts. Guard, on the other hand, has always been something of a quieter presence, even after their marriage in 2018. So what do we actually know about Charles Guard? Although he's a pretty private, low-key guy, we do know a few things about Guard and his career outside of his relationship with Jones — read on for five facts that you might not know about him!
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He Works in the Film Industry
Guard is actually a producer and director with a handful of credits. He's directed three films, including the 2009 horror film The Uninvited as a directorial team with his brother Thomas.
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His Directorial Resume Includes More Than Just Movies
Let's be honest: the film industry can be brutal, and not everyone gets to be an Oscar-winning director or actor. Guard may not have high-profile credits, but he and his brother have carved out careers for themselves directing short films and commercials. According to their talent agency, United Artists, the brothers have directed several well-received commercials, including Audi's popular "Prom" Super Bowl ad from 2013.
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He Didn't Actually Go to School For Film
Guard's agency bio reveals another unexpected bit of information about him. Although many directors get their start in film school, Guard didn't study film at all in college. Instead, his degrees from Cambridge are in art history and English.
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He's Worked With Some Top-Tier Stars
Early in his career, Guard made a trio of short films set in everyday London. The star? That would be Lena Headey, long before her iconic role as Cersei Lannister.
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He Comes From a Family of Filmmakers
Guard was born in England in 1975, and the filmmaking gene apparently runs in the family. Not only is his brother his long-standing directorial partner, but their father, Howard Guard, is also a director!