Rowan Atkinson is an English actor, comedian, and writer best known for his portrayal of the character Mr. Bean. He has been playing the role since 1990 and has appeared in several films, television shows, and stage productions. He is also known for his work in the British sketch comedy show Not the Nine O'Clock News. Atkinson's full name is ROWAN Sebastian Atkinson, and he was born in Consett, County Durham, England in 1955.