Where you might know Richard E. Grant from
- Film
Withnail & I
Withnail
His breakthrough role, and a useful starting point for recognising him.
- Film
Gosford Park
Cast member
One of the films listed on his official website.
- Film
Saltburn
Cast member
He appears among the family at the centre of the film.
- TV
Loki
Classic Loki
Marvel confirms Grant plays the older Loki variant.
On your screen
The Celebrity Traitors 2026 cast guide — listed in the cast. Find out where you know the other cast members from. This is a cast reference, with no elimination or role spoilers.
The questions you’re asking
Was Richard E. Grant in Notting Hill?
No. Hugh Grant plays William Thacker, the bookshop owner opposite Julia Roberts. Richard E. Grant is a different actor. The shared surname is doing quite a lot of mischief here.
Are Richard E. Grant and Hugh Grant related?
No. Richard E. Grant’s official biography explicitly says he is not related to Hugh Grant. A shared professional surname is not a family connection.
Quick facts
- Known for
- Withnail & I, Gosford Park, Saltburn, Loki
- Profession
- Actor and author
- Full name
- Richard Grant Esterhuysen
- Born
- 5 May 1957
- Birthplace
- Mbabane, Swaziland (now Eswatini)
Follow the connection
Richard E. Grant vs Hugh Grant: which Grant do you mean?
A shared professional surname can send viewers towards the wrong actor, especially when remembering Notting Hill.
Thinking of Hugh Grant? Check their recognition credits.
Sources & verification
- Richard E. Grant: official biography
- BFI: Withnail & I
- Marvel: Classic Loki
- Prime Video: Saltburn
- Universal: Notting Hill
Information checked . Selected credits, rather than a complete career history.
Official identity links: www.richard-e-grant.com