Jonny Lee Miller, The Flying Scotsman

Jonny Lee Miller, who stars as Scotland's real-life cycling upstart and 1990s speed cycling champion Graeme Obree in The Flying Scotsman, remains best known to many as Angelina Jolie's ex. But though the 34-year-old English actor remains friends with Jolie, he moved on long ago. Based in L.A., he's completed a pilot where he plays a lawyer who has visions. In this edition he discusses his heritage, a working actor's life, and staying not just on the bike but in the game.

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