Barry Sheene
Known for Acting · 8 credits
- Born
- 1950-09-11
- Died
- 2003-03-10
- Place of birth
- London, England
Biography
Barry Sheene (September 11, 1950 – March 10, 2003) was a British motorcycle racing icon and two-time 500cc Grand Prix World Champion. Born in London, Sheene became known for his daring riding style and charismatic personality, capturing the hearts of fans worldwide during the 1970s. He achieved back-to-back championships in 1976 and 1977, riding for Suzuki and cementing his status as a motorsport legend.
Sheene’s career was marked by his resilience; he survived several serious accidents and famously returned to racing with metal plates in his body, earning him a reputation for bravery and toughness. Off the track, he was a larger-than-life character who brought glamour and attention to motorcycle racing with his high-profile lifestyle and media appearances.
After retiring in the early 1980s, Sheene moved to Australia, where he continued to be involved in motorsport as a commentator and advisor. He passed away in 2003 due to cancer, leaving behind a lasting legacy as one of the most celebrated figures in motorcycle racing.
Known For
Movies (8)
James Bond: The First 21 Years
1983
as Self
Space Riders
1984
as Barry
Sheene
2023
as Self
Take It to the Limit
1980
When Playboys Ruled the World
2010
as Himself
Speed is My Need
2019
as Himself (archive footage)
The Barry Sheene Story
2008
as Barry Sheene
Champion Sheene
2003
as Self
About Barry Sheene
Barry Sheene (September 11, 1950 – March 10, 2003) was a British motorcycle racing icon and two-time 500cc Grand Prix World Champion. Born in London, Sheene became known for his daring riding style and charismatic personality, capturing the hearts of fans worldwide during the 1970s. He achieved back-to-back championships in 1976 and 1977, riding for Suzuki and cementing his status as a motorsport legend. Sheene’s career was marked by his resilience; he survived several serious accidents and famously returned to racing with metal plates in his… With 8 credits spanning from 1980 to 2023, Barry Sheene has appeared in 8 films and 0 TV shows.
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Most Popular Barry Sheene Movies
- James Bond: The First 21 Years (1983) — as Self
- Space Riders (1984) — as Barry
- Sheene (2023) — as Self
- Take It to the Limit (1980)
- When Playboys Ruled the World (2010) — as Himself
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