He received critical acclaim for his performance in Secrets & Lies (1996), for which he was nominated for the BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role.

Hodgson, Barbara (24 February 2020). "Review of Sunday for Sammy - from Jimmy Nail to Brenda Blethyn's dog". ChronicleLive . Retrieved 11 August 2021. Nail has two children and lives in London. [1] He is a Newcastle United fan. [21] He has been a patron of FACT, a North-East based cancer charity, since 2017. Dutch Charts > Mark Knopfler - Why Aye Man" (in Dutch). dutchcharts.nl Hung Medien . Retrieved 2012-02-08. Casting announced for The War of the Worlds". Whatsonstage.com. 21 January 2016 . Retrieved 10 June 2016. Nail had been due to reprise his role in the UK production of 'The Last Ship' at Northern Stage on 12 March 2018. The show's producer Karl Sydow stated: "After protracted negotiations carried out in good faith, we regret to announce the production's offer of employment to Jimmy Nail has been withdrawn. Joe McGann will replace him when the show opens in Newcastle in March." Nail said "I was very much looking forward to appearing in Sting's The Last Ship, particularly here in my home city, sadly that's not to be."Austrian Charts > Jimmy Nail" (in German). austriancharts.at Hung Medien. Archived from the original on 2013-09-15 . Retrieved 2012-02-08. Wilkes, Neil (30 November 2008). "Sluggish start for new Nail comedy". Digital Spy . Retrieved 11 August 2021. Weinert-kendt, Rob (15 October 2014). "Sting and Jimmy Nail on the Musical 'The Last Ship' ". The New York Times . Retrieved 18 January 2017.

Australian Charts > Jimmy Nail". australian-charts.com Hung Medien. Archived from the original on 2013-10-21 . Retrieved 2012-02-08. The success of “Cowboy Dreams” elevated Jimmy Nail’s career to new heights. It garnered widespread recognition for his talents as a singer-songwriter and further solidified his status as a prominent figure in the music industry. The song’s popularity served as a catalyst for future successes and opened doors for Nail in his musical endeavors. 8. Are there any notable cover versions or renditions of “Cowboy Dreams”? This is a discography of works by Jimmy Nail. Since 1985, the British musician has released a total of seven studio albums, multiple singles and other works. This article also covers his works alongside musicians such as Mark Knopfler. Hutchinson, Lisa (10 November 2018). "Auf Wiedersehen, Pet - but what happened to the cast after that?". ChronicleLive . Retrieved 17 November 2020.Chart positions since the year 2000 "Irish Charts > Jimmy Nail". irish-charts.com, Hung Medien . Retrieved 2012-02-08. Hodgson, Barbara (4 November 2019). "Jimmy Nail joins Sunday for Sammy for surprise Auf Wiedersehen, Pet reunion". ChronicleLive . Retrieved 11 August 2021. James Michael Aloysius Bradford (born 16 March 1954), known as Jimmy Nail, is an English singer-songwriter, actor, film producer, and television writer. He played the role of Leonard "Oz" Osborne in the television show Auf Wiedersehen, Pet and the title role in Spender. He also recorded a 1992 number one single, " Ain't No Doubt". His role as Agustín Magaldi, the oily crooner in the 1996 film Evita, gave him international recognition. When the lads' hut is destroyed by a blaze after Barry's motorbike catches fire at the very end of series one, we see the Scouse arsonist looking on approvingly. Jimmy Bradford, or as most of us know him Jimmy Nail, was born in Longbenton, North Tyneside, in 1954.

Cowboy Dreams” has stood the test of time due to its universal themes and relatability. The song’s heartfelt lyrics, coupled with Jimmy Nail’s soulful delivery, create an emotional connection with listeners that transcends generations. Its timeless message of chasing one’s dreams and embracing the adventure of life continues to resonate with people from all walks of life. 11. How has “Cowboy Dreams” impacted listeners? The song explores themes of wanderlust, freedom, and the pursuit of happiness. It speaks to the universal human desire to break free from the confines of society and experience life on one’s terms. The cowboy in the song represents a symbol of independence and resilience, someone who is unafraid to take risks and follow their heart’s desires. Charts.de - Single - Mark Knopfler, Why Aye Man" (in German). Media Control. Archived from the original on January 9, 2015 . Retrieved 2012-02-08.

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While there have been no notable cover versions or renditions that have reached significant mainstream success, “Cowboy Dreams” has been performed by various artists in live settings and on smaller platforms. These interpretations showcase the song’s enduring appeal and the impact it has had on musicians and audiences alike. 9. Does “Cowboy Dreams” have any underlying social commentary? He told the Chronicle at the time of the first show in 1983: "“Each episode is a little play on its own. When we first got the scripts we all had a real buzz. They were certainly the best television scripts I’d ever read.” A guitar-playing folk singer, he was an amateur actor at Newcastle’s People’s Theatre in the 1970s, while studying to be an accountant at the same time. a b Courtney, Kevin (10 December 2011). "Jimmy Nail, singer and actor". The Irish Times . Retrieved 20 January 2017.

Ain't No Doubt" did not chart on the Finnish Singles Chart, but it charted instead on the Finnish Airplay Chart. [10] Swiss Charts > Jimmy Nail - Ain't No Doubt" (in German). hitparade.ch Hung Medien . Retrieved 2012-02-08. Alexander, Jane (16 May 2001). "Review: Nail livens up some old hits". Southern Daily Echo. Portsmouth . Retrieved 11 August 2021.Jimmy Nail | full Official Chart History". The Official Charts Company . Retrieved 1 September 2022.