Patrick Walshe McBride is a British actor born on 22 October 1986 in the United Kingdom. He developed an interest in performance at an early age and pursued it through formal study. McBride read Oriental Studies at the University of Cambridge, earning a Bachelor of Arts. He then trained at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London, graduating in 2012 with a BA in Acting.
Before television, McBride built his career on stage, performing in classical plays such as Hamlet, Henry V, Peer Gynt, and Twelfth Night. His theatre background has influenced his screen roles, bringing detail and depth to his performances. McBride's early television appearances include Inspector Lewis in 2014, Holby City in 2016, and Between Departures in 2016.
McBride's breakthrough role came in 2018 when he joined the cast of Shakespeare & Hathaway: Private Investigators as Sebastian Brudenell. His portrayal of the scheming, theatrically inclined villain-turned-antihero quickly made him a fan favourite. He remained a central presence across five series on BBC One, leaving a lasting impact on the show.
In 2026, McBride continues his role as Caleb Felton in The Chelsea Detective, with Series 4 set to broadcast. He also features in selected episodes of Shakespeare & Hathaway Series 6, which is scheduled to air in 2026. McBride's reduced presence in Series 6 is due to personal circumstances, not a creative dispute, as he welcomed a new family member.
McBride keeps his personal life strictly private, and his relationship status remains unconfirmed. There is no public information about a partner, wife, or husband. Online fan speculation has touched on his sexuality, partly driven by his character's storylines in Shakespeare & Hathaway, but McBride has not addressed these publicly.
McBride's net worth is not publicly disclosed, and he has not shared any figures regarding his wealth. His income sources include BBC fees from Shakespeare & Hathaway, streaming residuals from Dracula and Giri/Haji, and film fees from Backdraft 2 and Lake of Death.
McBride's career highlights include his performances in Shakespeare & Hathaway: Private Investigators, The Chelsea Detective, and Dracula. With a strong background in theatre and a growing list of screen credits, McBride has established himself as a talented and versatile actor. His future projects are highly anticipated by fans and critics alike.
Key points
- Patrick Walshe McBride was born on 22 October 1986 and is best known for playing Sebastian Brudenell in Shakespeare & Hathaway: Private Investigators.
- McBride trained at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, graduating in 2012 with a BA in Acting.
- McBride keeps his personal life strictly private, and his relationship status remains unconfirmed.
