Robert Sheehan

Robert Sheehan born 7 January 1988 is an Irish actor Sheehan is known for playing Klaus Hargreeves on Netflixs original series The Umbrella Academy He is the son of Joe and Maria Sheehan His father was a member of the Garda Síochána the police force of the Republic of Ireland As a child Sheehan was interested in performing music He learned how to play the banjo the bodhrán and the spoons He took part in the Fleadh Cheoil an Irish music competition for children and teenagers His interest in acting started when his mother took him to an audition for drama film Song for a Raggy Boy 2003 about an oppressive school for boys during World War II Sheehan won an acting part in the film and socialized with other young actors Following his film debut Sheehan started acting in theatrical performances